Phuket Property for Vietnamese Buyers 2026: Tax, Legal, Investment Guide

Vietnamese buyers are increasingly active in Phuket’s international property market. This guide covers the specific legal, tax, and practical considerations for buyers from Vietnam purchasing property in Phuket.

Ownership Rules for Foreign Buyers

Vietnamese nationals can purchase condominium units in Thailand on a freehold basis under the Condominium Act:

• Maximum 49% of any building can be foreign-owned (foreign quota)
• Land cannot be owned by foreigners
• Villa ownership uses long-term leasehold structure (30+30+30 years)
• FET certificate required for purchases over $50,000 USD

Tax and Financial Considerations

Check whether Vietnam has a Double Tax Agreement (DTA) with Thailand. Key points:

• Thai rental withholding tax (5–15%) applies to managed rental income
• Capital gains on property sale are handled via Thai withholding tax
• Declare Thai income in Vietnam per local tax rules
• Consult a tax adviser in Vietnam before purchasing

Currency Transfer from Vietnam

Vietnamese buyers transfer via Vietcombank, VPBank, Techcombank international:

• Wire VND/USD or convert to USD via SWIFT to Thai bank
• Thai bank issues FET certificate upon receipt
• Keep all documentation for Land Office transfer and future repatriation

Rental Yields for Vietnamese Buyers

Phuket 2026 realistic returns:

Zone	Gross yield	Net yield
Bang Tao / Laguna	7–9%	5–7%
South Phuket	6–8%	4.5–6%
Kata / Karon	6.5–8.5%	4.5–6.5%

Recommended Areas

• Bang Tao: maximum rental returns, cosmopolitan community
• Rawai / Nai Harn: lower entry price, lifestyle-first buyers
• Kamala / Surin: premium zone, design-led products

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Vietnamese citizens buy freehold property in Phuket? +

Vietnamese nationals can purchase condominium units freehold under Thailand's Condominium Act. The 49% foreign quota per building applies. Land cannot be owned by foreigners — villas are purchased on long-term leasehold.

How do Vietnamese buyers transfer money to Thailand for property? +

Wire VND/USD or USD via Vietcombank, VPBank, Techcombank international to a Thai bank account. The Thai bank converts to THB and issues an FET certificate — required for Land Office property transfer.

What rental yield can Vietnamese buyers expect? +

Gross yields of 6–9% for well-located Phuket condominiums, with net yields of 4.5–7% after management fees (20–30%). Bang Tao delivers the strongest returns; south Phuket offers more stable occupancy.

Do Vietnamese buyers pay tax in Thailand? +

Thai withholding tax (5–15%) applies to rental income. You may also need to declare Thai income in Vietnam. Check your country's DTA with Thailand and consult a local tax adviser before purchasing.

What is MORE Group's service for Vietnamese buyers? +

MORE Group provides buyer-side advisory services at 0% cost to buyers. We advise on property selection, developer due diligence, legal review coordination, and rental management selection across all major Phuket zones.