Question 1

Can foreigners buy condominiums in Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Foreign buyers may own eligible condominium units under a strata title, subject to Cambodian law and building-level eligibility. Independent legal advice and document checks remain essential.

Question 2

What is strata title?

Accepted Answer

Strata title is a form of individual ownership of a unit within a larger building. In Cambodia, eligible condominium units under strata title can be owned by foreign buyers, subject to the building's foreign-ownership quota and current law. Always confirm the title status of a specific unit before committing.

Question 3

Can a foreigner buy this property?

Accepted Answer

Eligible condominium units above the ground floor may be foreign-owned under strata title, under the 2010 law.

Question 4

What share of a building can foreigners own?

Accepted Answer

Up to 70 percent of the units in a co-owned building.

Question 5

Is the price in US dollars?

Accepted Answer

Yes, prices and payments in Phnom Penh are normally quoted in USD.

Question 6

Can I buy off-plan property in Cambodia?

Accepted Answer

Off-plan purchases are common in Phnom Penh's newer condominium projects. Payment schedules, completion dates and developer track records vary, so each project should be reviewed carefully, including its title documents, before any deposit is paid.

Question 7

What should a lawyer check before I buy?

Accepted Answer

An independent Cambodian lawyer should confirm the seller's identity and authority to complete the sale, review the title position and registered interests, check eligibility for the intended buyer and ownership form, match the unit number, floor, area and parking rights, and review payment, delay, default and cancellation clauses.

Question 8

What physical checks should I make?

Accepted Answer

For completed property, inspect the exact unit rather than only a show unit. Record defects and review the condition of lifts, corridors, parking and shared facilities. For off-plan property, assess the specification, construction progress, approval position and developer track record.

Question 9

What costs should I budget for?

Accepted Answer

Build a complete cost schedule: purchase price and payment dates, taxes, registration and professional fees, management fees and recurring building charges, and an allowance for furnishing, maintenance and management.

Question 10

When should these checks be done?

Accepted Answer

Complete them before paying a substantial deposit or signing an unconditional agreement.

Question 11

How is BKB Cambodia connected to the Dubai business?

Accepted Answer

BKB Signature Properties Cambodia is a sister operation to the established Dubai advisory, bringing the same client-focused approach to a new country market.

Question 12

Does BKB focus only on BKK1?

Accepted Answer

BKK1 is a primary focus, while the current listings also span BKK3, Chamkarmon, Chroy Changvar, Daun Penh and Tonle Bassac.

Question 13

Do you handle rentals as well as sales?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Alongside sales advisory, BKB matches furnished and unfurnished homes for tenants, and supports property management, handover checks and day-to-day oversight once you own.

Question 14

Do you charge the buyer a fee?

Accepted Answer

Ask us before you commit and we will put it in writing.

Question 15

Can I see it before deciding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we arrange viewings; message us and we will confirm a time.

Question 16

How do I start the buying process?

Accepted Answer

Send us your budget and what you are looking for. We prepare a shortlist you can compare, arrange viewings, and guide you through price checks, legal review and paperwork up to handover.

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