Although foreigners are not allowed to own land in Phuket, they can lease property for both residential and commercial purposes. There are several different options for renting, including long-term leases and short-term leases. Long-term leases are usually for a year or more and usually require a security deposit and rent upfront. Short-term leases, on the other hand, are usually for a month or less and usually do not require a security deposit. Commercial leases are also available, but must be approved by the Ministry of Commerce. In general, there are many opportunities for foreigners to rent a house in Phuket.