Rental Agreement Template Thailand

RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT (THAILAND)

Document Control

• Effective Date: [DD/MM/YYYY]
• Version: 1.0 (Standardized TH-CIVIL)
• Jurisdiction: Kingdom of Thailand
• Scope: Residential Property Lease

LEGAL NOTICE & DISCLAIMER

This document is a template provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute formal legal advice. Lease agreements in Thailand are governed by the Thai Civil and Commercial Code (Book III, Title 8). Users are advised to have this document reviewed by a qualified Thai legal practitioner to ensure compliance with specific local regulations, the Land and House Tax Act, and potential registration requirements at the local District Office (Khet/Amphoe) if the term exceeds three years.

1. PARTIES

LESSOR: [Full Legal Name], ID/Passport No. [Number], residing at [Full Address] ("Lessor"). LESSEE: [Full Legal Name], ID/Passport No. [Number], residing at [Full Address] ("Lessee").

2. PROPERTY

The property is located at: [Unit Number, Floor, Building Name, Street, District, Province, Postal Code] ("Premises").

3. TERM

The lease shall be for a period of [Number] months/years, commencing on [Start Date] and terminating on [End Date].

4. FINANCIAL TERMS

• Monthly Rental: [Amount in THB] (Thai Baht), payable in advance by the [Day] of each month via bank transfer to Account Name: [Name], Bank: [Bank], Account No: [Number].
• Security Deposit: [Amount in THB] (equivalent to [Number] months' rent), refundable upon expiry subject to inspection.
• Utilities: Lessee is responsible for electricity, water, internet, and common area maintenance fees (if applicable).

5. OPERATIVE CLAUSES

1. Usage: The Premises shall be used exclusively for residential purposes. Subletting or assignment is strictly prohibited without the Lessor’s prior written consent.
2. Maintenance: Lessee shall maintain the Premises in good order. Lessor is responsible for structural repairs; Lessee is responsible for minor repairs and daily upkeep.
3. Default: Failure to pay rent within [Number] days of the due date constitutes a material breach, allowing the Lessor to terminate the agreement and forfeit the security deposit.
4. Inspection: Lessor reserves the right to inspect the Premises with [48] hours' prior notice to the Lessee.
5. Termination: Early termination by the Lessee requires [30] days' prior written notice and forfeiture of the security deposit unless otherwise agreed in writing.
6. Governing Law: This agreement is governed by the laws of the Kingdom of Thailand. Any disputes shall be adjudicated by the competent courts of Thailand.

6. SIGNATURES & ACKNOWLEDGMENT

In witness whereof, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date.

LESSOR: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [Name] Date: [Date]

LESSEE: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [Name] Date: [Date]

WITNESS: Signature: __________________________ Printed Name: [Name] Date: [Date]

7. STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Documentation: Attach a clear copy of the Lessor’s Title Deed (Chanote), the Lessee’s Passport/Work Permit, and a signed copy of the property inventory (if furnished).
2. Stamping: Under the Thai Revenue Code, ensure the agreement is affixed with the appropriate Duty Stamp (0.1% of the total rent for the term). Failure to do so may render the document inadmissible as evidence in a Thai court.
3. Registration: If the lease term exceeds three (3) years, it is legally required to be registered at the local Land Office. Failure to register restricts enforceability to the first three years only.
4. Taxes: Clarify the responsibility for the Land and Building Tax. Typically, this is borne by the property owner, but terms can be negotiated within the lease.