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Foreign Ownership Guide

Navigate the legal landscape of international real estate. Understand the essential requirements, ownership rights, and investment thresholds to secure your property safely across key Asia-Pacific markets.

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Foreign Ownership Guide

01. Indonesia Market

Indo Eligibility

Who Can Buy?

Legal Status | Requirement

Passport & Valid Visa
  • No Nominee
  • Personal Name
Indo Rights

Ownership Rights

Right to Use | Title

Up to 80 Years
  • Landed
  • Apartment
Indo Price

Price Threshold

Min. IDR 2 Bio | Apartment

Specific for Bali Region
  • Landed 5B+
  • Premium Invest

  • 1. Property Selection & Deposit: Choose your property and pay a booking fee to secure the unit.
  • 2. Sign CSPA (PPJB): Sign the Conditional Sales Purchase Agreement outlining terms before completion.
  • 3. Payment Settlement: Complete installments according to the CSPA terms.
  • 4. Sign Final Deed (AJB): Sign before a Notary (PPAT) to transfer the Right to Use (Hak Pakai) to your name.

  • VAT (PPN): 11% (Subject to government incentives/DTP).
  • Acquisition Tax (BPHTB): 5% of the property value minus non-taxable value.
  • Notary/PPAT Fee: Approximately 1% of the transaction value.
  • Luxury Tax (PPnBM): 20% (Only applies to ultra-luxury properties above specific thresholds).

02. Vietnam Market

VN Eligibility

Who Can Buy?

Entry Stamp | Visa

Valid Entry Permitted
  • No Residency
  • Passport Based
VN Rights

Ownership Rights

Leasehold | Title

50 Years (Renewable)
  • Pink Book
  • Extendable
VN Quota

Foreign Quota

Max 30% | Per Condo

Strict Unit Limitation
  • 10% Landed
  • Restricted Zones

  • 1. Deposit Agreement: Place a reservation fee and sign an agreement to lock in the property.
  • 2. Foreign Quota Check: Developer verifies the building is within the 30% foreign limit.
  • 3. Sign SPA: Sign the Sales and Purchase Agreement and follow the payment schedule.
  • 4. Handover & Pink Book: Receive the property and wait for the issuance of the Pink Book (Ownership Certificate).

  • VAT (Value Added Tax): 10% included in the purchase price.
  • Sinking Fund / Maintenance: 2% of the apartment value (paid before handover).
  • Registration Fee: 0.5% for issuing the Pink Book.
  • Personal Income Tax: 2% (Only applicable if you decide to sell the property later).

03. Japan Market

JP Eligibility

Who Can Buy?

Anyone | Global

No Residency Needed
  • No Visa Req.
  • Investment OK
JP Rights

Ownership Rights

Freehold | Title

Full Land Ownership
  • House & Land
  • Inheritable
JP Costs

Price & Costs

No Min Price | Entry

Market Price Open
  • Acquisition Tax
  • Broker Fees

  • 1. Submit LOI: Submit a Letter of Intent (KAIUKE-SHO) to negotiate price and terms.
  • 2. Disclosure Reading: A licensed broker reads the 'Explanation of Important Matters' to detail legal facts.
  • 3. Contract & Deposit: Sign the Contract and pay earnest money (10-20%).
  • 4. Settlement & Transfer: Settle the balance while a Judicial Scrivener registers the title in your name.

  • Brokerage Fee: Standard is 3% of property price + 60,000 JPY + 10% Consumption Tax.
  • Real Estate Acquisition Tax: Approx. 3% to 4% (Billed months after purchase).
  • Registration & License Tax: Up to 2% for land and building title transfers.
  • Judicial Scrivener Fee: Typically ranges from 50,000 to 150,000 JPY depending on transaction complexity.

04. Australia Market

AU Eligibility

Who Can Buy?

FIRB Approval | Mandatory

Gov. Pre-Approval
  • Application Fee
  • Strict Process
AU Rights

Ownership Rights

New Build | Only

Off-Plan / Vacant Land
  • No Second Hand
  • Freehold Title
AU Taxes

Fees & Taxes

Surcharge | Stamp Duty

High Entry Cost
  • +7-8% Extra Tax
  • FIRB Fees

  • 1. Property Search & Finance: Find a new-build property and secure pre-approval if needing a mortgage.
  • 2. FIRB Approval: Apply to the Foreign Investment Review Board and pay the fee.
  • 3. Contract & Deposit: Sign the Contract of Sale (subject to FIRB) and pay the holding deposit (usually 10%).
  • 4. Settlement: Finalize the balance on the settlement date to officially transfer the title.

  • Stamp Duty: Varies by state (typically 4% to 6% of the purchase price).
  • Foreign Buyer Surcharge: An additional 7% to 8% stamp duty surcharge applied to foreigners (state-dependent).
  • FIRB Application Fee: Tiered fee based on property value (starting around $14,100 AUD).
  • Legal/Conveyancing Fees: Usually $1,000 - $2,500 AUD for handling the transaction.