Yachts for Sale in Asia

Thailand has a large and well-established yachting market, with a wide selection of pre-owned boats and experienced marine service providers. Boats can often be competitively priced compared with markets such as Europe or Australia, while maintenance, refit and crew costs can also be attractive.

Yes. Thailand is well positioned for cruising throughout Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. Depending on the boat’s registration and immigration/customs status, you can also cruise internationally. We can help with the practical arrangements for international cruising and relocation.

Thailand has a strong marine-service industry, particularly around Phuket, Pattaya and the eastern seaboard. Most routine maintenance, mechanical work, electrical work, fiberglass repairs and refit projects can be handled locally. For specialist equipment or brand-specific work, parts can also be sourced internationally.

Yes. We can help buyers identify suitable marinas, boatyards and service providers depending on the boat’s size and where they intend to keep it. Thailand has facilities capable of handling everything from smaller boats to large yachts and catamarans.

Yes. We can assist with practical matters after the sale, including finding a berth, arranging maintenance or refit work, connecting you with local service providers and helping coordinate the boat if you are not based in Thailand.

Yes. If you don’t intend to keep the boat in Thailand, we can help arrange either delivery under its own power or professional yacht transport, depending on the vessel and destination.

Yes. Foreigners can purchase boats in Thailand. However, the ownership and registration structure depends on the vessel, its current flag and how you intend to use it. A Thai company or partner is not automatically required simply to purchase a boat.

If a Thai flag or commercial operation in Thailand is required, additional ownership and regulatory requirements may apply. We can help guide you through the process and connect you with the appropriate local professionals.

A boat purchased in Thailand does not necessarily have to be registered under the Thai flag. Depending on the vessel and its current registration, it may be possible to keep its existing flag or re-register it under another country.

The process and costs vary depending on the flag, vessel and ownership structure. We can help coordinate the required documentation and registration process.

Yes. Boats can be sailed or transported from Thailand to another country. The process normally involves Thai Customs and Marine Department clearance, together with the import and registration requirements of the destination country.

Any import duty or VAT will depend on the destination country and the boat’s customs/tax status. We recommend confirming this before purchase, particularly if you plan to export the boat.

Thailand has a good selection of marinas, particularly around Pattaya/Jomtien, Rayong and Phuket.

Berthing costs depend on the boat’s length, beam, type and marina, and availability can change. Larger yachts and catamarans may also have different rates. We can help check current availability and suitable berthing options for your boat.

Yes. We strongly recommend an independent survey and sea trial for any pre-owned boat.

You can appoint your own surveyor, or we can recommend independent surveyors familiar with boats in Thailand. The buyer normally covers the survey, haul-out and related costs.

If the survey identifies significant issues, these can be discussed with the seller and dealt with according to the agreed Sale & Purchase Agreement.

Payment terms are agreed in the Sale & Purchase Agreement and normally involve a deposit followed by the balance once the agreed conditions have been met.

Payment is generally made by bank transfer, with USD commonly used for international transactions. Depending on the transaction, funds may be paid through an agreed client or escrow arrangement.

The survey and other agreed conditions are normally completed before the final payment. If significant issues are identified, the parties can agree on repairs, a price adjustment or other solution in accordance with the contract.

Yes. We can assist with viewings, surveys, sea trials, registration, export and delivery arrangements, and can introduce buyers to appropriate legal, maritime, customs and registration professionals where required.