Thailand is proposing a 99-year leasehold scheme that could transform property investment for foreign buyers. This guide explains the current 30-year rule, the Supreme Court’s recent decision, and how the proposed law could reshape ownership confidence across Phuket, Bangkok, and beyond.

Phuket’s villa market attracts international buyers, but most purchases are on leasehold. Here’s how the structure works, and how investors can plan for the long term.

Foreigners can legally buy property in Malaysia in 2026, subject to state-level minimum prices, ownership rules, and taxes. This guide explains what actually matters, from foreign buyer thresholds and purchase structures to how residency programmes such as MM2H relate to property ownership.