FAQ
Why Hua Hin or surrounding?
Hua Hin is viewed by many who live here to be a ‘paradise’ place for lifestyle. With friendly locals, great local restaurants & bars. A relaxed nightlife, modern infrastructure with everything available to the expat living in the Royal Resort of Hua Hin.
Shall I Rent or shall I buy?
Well that’s your decision! If you have been to Hua Hin before, and keep coming back then you might consider the move! Or maybe you might consider investing in a ‘retirement’ property, which you can rent out while you continue your career until you are ready.
Can a foreigner own a property in Thailand?
No you cannot, but if you run a company where you are a director, then you can buy a property in the company name. Or If you are married to a Thai, then you can buy in His-her name, and make a ‘lease’ agreement with the land department.
Opening a business in Thailand
Depending on what your business intentions are, it is quite straightforward to set up a company in Thailand. Being a foreigner you will need to apply for a work permit if you intent to work in your new business. If, for example you open a bar with a restaurant, and don’t intend to work yourself, then you won’t need a work permit, and only need to register the company ( with a Thai partner ) on a 49-51% basis, and oversea it.
Dealing with the Land department
Thailand land laws are quite strict, and any land deal you take on should include a valid ‘chanote’ ( Title deed ) Thai Baan Properties with take care of your land department registration details and land taxes upon purchase of your land
Visa’s for Your stay?
You do need a visa to stay in Thailand, but if you are retiring here, then you can get a 1 year retirement permit, which is renewable annually. There are ‘1 stop’ services too. If you are opening a business, then you can apply for a work permit, and qualify for a yearly “B’ class visa. Opening a business in Thailand