Land Department

The Koh Samui Building Permit Fraud Scandal: Legal Implications and Remedial Pathways for Affected Property Owners

Introduction In March 2026, authorities in Surat Thani province uncovered a sophisticated criminal operation involving the forgery of construction permits issued by Koh Samui Municipality, sending shockwaves through Thailand’s luxury real estate market and raising profound legal questions for property … Read More

Legal Mechanisms to Expedite Land Administration Actions in Thailand

The Department of Lands (DOL), operating under the Ministry of the Interior, constitutes the foundational institution for real property rights in the Kingdom of Thailand. Its mandate, encompassing the issuance of title deeds, the registration of encumbrances such as sales, … Read More