What is strata title?
Strata title is the legal ownership structure that allows individual units within a co-owned building, such as a condominium, to be separately owned.
In Cambodia, this is especially important for foreign buyers because foreigners are generally allowed to own strata-title condominium units, but not land.
Why it matters for foreign buyers
Cambodia allows foreign ownership of eligible condominium units above the ground floor, provided the building is properly registered and structured for strata ownership.
This means a foreign buyer can legally own a condo unit in their own name, with ownership registered through the relevant Cambodian authorities.
What foreigners usually cannot own
- Land
- Villas on landed property
- Borey houses
- Ground-floor units in many condominium structures
What to check before buying
- Confirm the project is structured for strata-title ownership
- Review the developer’s track record
- Check whether the unit can be registered in a foreign buyer’s name
- Understand transfer fees, management fees, and handover process
- Review the Sales and Purchase Agreement carefully before signing
Important note
Strata title makes foreign condo ownership possible, but not every project is equal. Location, developer credibility, legal documentation, and post-handover management all matter.
Final takeaway
For most international buyers, strata-title condominiums are the clearest and most practical route to legally owning property in Cambodia.
The key is not simply finding a condo for sale. The key is choosing the right project, from the right developer, in the right location, with the right ownership structure.