Buying Guides
How to Buy Property in the UK as an Overseas Investor
Buying property in the United Kingdom as an overseas investor is straightforward in legal terms — there are no restrictions on foreign ownership — but the process, costs, and tax obligations differ from those familiar to domestic buyers and from purchasing norms in many other countries.
Read guide →Buying Guides · ThailandHow to Buy Property in Thailand as a Foreign Investor
Foreign investors can legally own condominium units in freehold and access land-linked property through properly registered leasehold, superficies or usufruct structures. Nominee arrangements are illegal and carry serious risk.
Read guide →Buying Guides · SpainHow to Buy Property in Spain as a Foreign Buyer — Step-by-Step Guide
Buying property in Spain as a non-resident is entirely legal and well-established, but the process involves a specific sequence of legal steps that differs from the UK, the US and many other markets. This guide explains each stage clearly.
Read guide →Buying Guides · GreeceHow to Buy Property in Greece: A Step-by-Step Guide for International Investors
Buying property in Greece involves mandatory legal and administrative steps that differ significantly from most English-speaking markets. This guide sets out the full process for international and expat investors, from obtaining a Greek tax number through to completion.
Read guide →Buying Guides · EgyptHow to Buy Property in Egypt as a Foreigner
Foreign nationals can buy property in Egypt, but the process differs significantly from Western markets. This guide walks through legal ownership rules, contract types, due diligence, and the off-plan payment plans that dominate new supply.
Read guide →Buying Guides · United Arab EmiratesHow to Buy Property in Dubai: A Step-by-Step Guide for International Investors
Dubai allows foreign nationals to purchase freehold property in designated zones, with a regulated process overseen by the Dubai Land Department. This guide explains every stage from search to title deed.
Read guide →Buying Guides · CyprusHow to Buy Property in Cyprus: A Step-by-Step Guide for International Buyers
Buying property in Cyprus is a well-defined process, but foreign nationals face specific legal requirements around permissions, title deeds, and contract registration. This guide walks through each stage so you know what to expect.
Read guide →Buying Guides · Bali, IndonesiaHow to Buy Property in Bali as a Foreigner: Legal Structures Explained
Foreigners cannot hold freehold title over land in Indonesia. Understanding the legal structures available — leasehold, Hak Pakai, and PT PMA — is the essential first step before buying property in Bali.
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