How easy is it for UK and Irish passport holders to move to Thailand and buy property?

If you are not familiar with Thailand then the first step is come for an extended holiday and try a couple of different locations..

You can live here on what known as a retirement visa provided you meet certain conditions (over 50) and the financial requirements.

You cannot own land in Thailand however you can own a condominium under certain conditions.

I would recommend at least the first 12 months rental just to be certain you are comfortable with the location and the changes in weather throughout the year..

But first step has to be extended holiday to get a personal feel for the climate, the food and local living conditions..

If you are looking at lower costs I would stay well away from the very busy and popular tourist areas in southern Thailand..

They have lovely beaches but they tend to be some of the most expensive places in Thailand to holiday and live..

There are other very popular retirement locations in Thailand that are lower cost with great amenities and infrastructure..

Seriously consider Hua Hin which is very popular with retired Expats and foreigners staying long term..

Its a small beachside city not far south of Bangkok (around 3 hours by bus, train or even taxi) and has several options for areas to live either in the city or in nearby quieter beachside or rural locations.

Lots of accommodation options in all price ranges..

You can visit in your UK passports for 60 days on a tourist excemption entry without any prior visa arrangements..

So book some flights and come and check out Thailand..

I recommend at least a 1 month to 6 week visit first before you decide anything else..

Rent ,electricity and water are extremely cheap hear ,to move over here without an income is impossible, come here first look around ,stay well away from the tourist area's, keep your head down don't upset the boat.

I love Thailand but do lots of research from qualified people. Don't be tempted to listen to bar chat. You can't own property outright but you can secure a great future and lifestyle if you are prepared to adapt and follow Thailand s rules. Good luck

Explore Thailand or at least go to your top choices to stay a while before buying a condo! Phuket would be my absolute last choice. Consider climate year round - it's not all the same. Near beach, shopping, an airport, a hospital? You're under 50 so that has impact on your visa choice.

Don't decide to live in a tourist area. Best to stay away from the coast. The places along the river from Mukdahan to Nong Khai are super relaxed and vibrant. My choice is Nakhon Phanom but sakhon Nakhon is a close second. If you want a beach or holiday hot spot it is easy enough to travel there whenever you want but you will not be trapped. I can be on Phucket in around 4 hours if I want to be and Bangkok in 1 hour.

I live in none touristy area in the south it’s my partners. I love it but would I stay here for life i don’t think so. Better to rent and move around and see what feels at home as things can get boring when that holiday mode fades away. You need structure what you got planned for work as you are as old as me and too young to retire.

Hua Hin might work . Take your time don’t rush. Check out Facebook marketplace condos for rent in the places you might like

You can buy a house but not the plot. However, you can buy a condo. Travel through Thailand and find your place first. The South with beaches and acceptable temps and rain or the North with smoke and extreme hot days (Feb-May). And.... it's not as cheap as you might think. Many Brits here are living a poor life.

Rent don’t buy

Have you been to Thailand

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Come over first and spend some time here

It’s always hot

As UK / Irish passport holders you can enter Thailand for up to 60 days Visa exempt

It’s a great place to live

But far from perfect

Its a problem better and more safe is you rent a nice house becouse you can buy a condo but if you wanna buy a house you can not buy the land where the house standing only lease for 30 years

Sorry, I meant DTV visa not DCT🤭

Separate visa and home purchase. The former depends on your age and ability to meet certain requirements, mostly financial. If over 50 the retirement visa is best. If you can convince them you are a digital nomad earning money but not in Thailand there is a DCT visa. If you are well off there are various premium visas you can buy.

You can’t buy land in Thailand. You can buy a flat. There are ways around this that will require you to use a solicitor to set up a company

You may find it easier to rent. There is no shortage of rental property here.