A friend wishes to purchase a house in his child's name--- He can not seem to get a clear answer on this --Ai states "If you're asking because a foreign parent wants to put Thai land in the name of their Thai child, that's a more complicated situation—particularly if the foreign parent is providing the money."--- Any advice from someone who has been down this road would be appreciated .

The summary is accurate under the Thai Civil and Commercial Code (Section 1574) and Department of Lands regulations:

1. Child Under 20 (Minor)

   • Dual Control: Joint management applies if the parents are legally married; if unmarried, legal custody rests with the Thai mother unless established otherwise.

   • Court Authorization: Section 1574 strictly requires Juvenile and Family Court approval for sales, mortgages, long-term leases (over 3 years), or encumbrances (usufructs/superficies).

   • Genuineness Check: The Land Office verifies that the transaction is a genuine gift to the child rather than an attempt to bypass foreign land-ownership prohibitions using a minor nominee.

2. Child 20 or Older (Adult)

   • Holds full legal capacity to purchase and hold property directly without parental or judicial oversight.

*** Always consult a legal professional for guidance and process.

If trying to keep the mother of child, hands off, then not going to work, as she'll be the kid's guardian, and ultimately, have control.

If even asking such a question ... rent or buy condo in your name, place in trust, then child can inherit condo when hits 20 yrs old, after you pass.

Edited 1 hour ago1 hr by KhunLA

1 hour ago, KhunLA said:

If trying to keep the mother of child, hands off, then not going to work, as she'll be the kid's guardian, and ultimately, have control.

If a minor it would have to be in joint names of child and mother so as long as you trust the mother its doable.

2 minutes ago, YorkshireTyke said:

If a minor it would have to be in joint names of child and mother so as long as you trust the mother its doable.

I don't think it has to be in joint name, although the mother controls until child reaches age of consent. The mother can not sell, lease or rent out without a court order