Guide to Buying Property in Cambodia
- Andrew Millar
- Jun 30, 2020
- 1 min read
Updated: Dec 1, 2025
Knight Frank Cambodia
Report Description
30th June 2020 (PDF, 3 pages)
This Knight Frank Cambodia guide provides prospective investors with a clear, structured and practical overview of Cambodia’s property ownership framework, including foreign ownership rules, land title classifications, tenures and key legal considerations.
Summary
Foreign nationals may own units in co-owned buildings from the first floor and above, up to 70% of total units.
Hard titles remain the strongest Cambodian land title and incur a 4% transfer tax when transactions occur.
Soft titles are widely used, locally recognised and still dominate transactions despite higher litigation risk.
Leasehold terms extend to 50 years and may be renewed once for a further 50 years.
Capital gains earned by non-residents are taxed at a 20% flat rate.
Typical loan-to-value ratios range from 50% to 70%, with interest rates between 8% and 10% per annum.
Real estate agent fees in Cambodia follow a current market rate of 3% + VAT.
About Knight Frank Cambodia
Knight Frank Cambodia is part of the global Knight Frank network, a leading international property consultancy headquartered in London.
The Cambodia office provides advisory services, market research and transactional support across residential and commercial sectors.
Established locally in 2008, the firm delivers professional guidance to investors, developers and corporate clients across the Kingdom.
Website: knightfrank.com