Thailand Property Tax Calculator
Closing costs on a Thai property purchase typically total 3–6% of the price, split between buyer and seller by negotiation. The components are fixed by law: a 2% transfer fee on the appraised value (customarily split 50/50), specific business tax of 3.3% if the seller has owned the property for less than five years, stamp duty of 0.5% (only when SBT doesn't apply), and a withholding tax — 1% for corporate sellers or a progressive calculation for individuals.
This calculator applies those rules to your numbers so you can see the full cost breakdown — and who customarily pays what — before you sign a reservation agreement. For new developments, also budget for the sinking fund (a one-time ฿500–800 per m² is common) and utility meter deposits.
How Much Tax Will You Pay in Pattaya?
Enter your property details below for an instant, personalised breakdown of all taxes and fees — buying, owning, and renting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are property transfer taxes in Thailand?
Total government charges at transfer usually come to 3–6% of the price: 2% transfer fee, either 3.3% specific business tax (seller owned under 5 years) or 0.5% stamp duty, plus withholding tax (1% for companies, progressive for individuals). Buyer and seller split these by negotiation — a 50/50 split of the transfer fee is customary in Pattaya.
Who pays the transfer fee — buyer or seller?
It's negotiable and should be written into the sale and purchase agreement. Market practice in Pattaya is to split the 2% transfer fee equally, with the seller covering specific business tax or stamp duty and their own withholding tax. On new developments, developers commonly pass half the transfer fee to the buyer.
Are there annual property taxes in Thailand?
Thailand's Land and Building Tax applies annually, but owner-occupied residences under ฿50 million are exempt. Residential property that is rented out is taxed at rates up to 0.3% of the appraised value — modest compared to property taxes in most Western countries.
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