
Investment Guide 2026
Foreign Ownership
of Boracay Property
Can Foreigners Buy Property in Boracay?
Yes — Philippine law provides three clear ownership structures for foreign nationals. The key restriction is that foreigners cannot directly own land; however, building/villa ownership, condominium title ownership, and indirect land ownership through a Philippine corporation are all legally established and widely used.
BORACAYNAVI has guided buyers from Japan, Korea, Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States, and across Europe through each of these structures. The right option depends on your property type, investment scale, and long-term goals.
3 Legal Ownership Structures
Condominium Direct Ownership
Foreign nationals can own a condominium unit outright with a Condominium Certificate of Title (CCT) in their name. This is the safest, simplest, and most liquid ownership structure available to foreigners.
Advantages
Limitations
Best For
First-time buyers, Airbnb investors, remote ownership
Long-Term Land Lease
Foreigners can lease land for an initial 25-year term, renewable for a further 25 years. The foreign buyer owns the building or villa constructed on the leased land outright — only the land is leased.
Advantages
Limitations
Best For
Villa buyers, boutique resort developers, lifestyle buyers
Philippine Corporation
A Philippine corporation with at least 60% Filipino ownership can hold a full Transfer Certificate of Title (TCT) for land. Foreign investors may hold up to 40% equity in the corporation.
Advantages
Limitations
Best For
Large investments, development projects, sophisticated investors
Quick Decision Guide
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