Yes — but with important limits
Foreigners can legally own property in Cambodia, but the type of property matters. The clearest and most common route is through strata-title condominium ownership.
This means foreign buyers can own eligible condo units in their own name, provided the building is properly registered for strata-title ownership.
What foreigners can usually own
- Strata-title condominium units
- Eligible units above the ground floor
- Units in properly registered condominium developments
- Property purchased through a clear legal purchase process
What foreigners usually cannot own directly
- Land
- Villas on landed property
- Borey houses
- Most ground-floor property structures
Why condominiums are the main route
Condominium ownership is the most straightforward option for most international buyers because it allows legal foreign ownership without complicated nominee or company structures.
For first-time buyers, this is usually the cleanest and most practical way to enter the Cambodian property market.
Important distinction
“Foreigners can buy property in Cambodia” does not mean foreigners can buy every type of property. The legal structure, title type, floor level, and project registration all matter.
What to check before buying
- Is the project properly structured for foreign ownership?
- Can the unit be registered in a foreign buyer’s name?
- Does the developer have a strong completion track record?
- Are the payment terms, transfer process, and handover conditions clear?
- Is there a plan for rental management after handover?
Final takeaway
Foreigners can buy property in Cambodia, but the safest and most direct route is usually through properly registered strata-title condominiums.
The key is not just whether a foreigner can buy. The key is whether the specific property, project, developer, and title structure are suitable for foreign ownership.