United Kingdom
London and regional cities
Market overview
Understanding the market.
The United Kingdom has a mature property market with well-established legal processes and a long history of international ownership.
Opportunities range from London apartments to residential property in regional cities.
Why investors look here
What draws international buyers.
- No general restriction on overseas buyers owning property.
- Well-established conveyancing and land registration systems.
- A wide range of property types across London and regional cities.
- Familiar legal and financial framework for many international investors.
Property types
What you can buy.
- Apartments
- Houses
- New-build developments
- Purpose-built rental property
Before you buy
Ownership, costs and residency.
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- There is no general restriction on overseas buyers owning UK property. Buyers will need to complete identity and anti-money-laundering checks.
- Property is held either freehold or leasehold. Lease length, ground rent and service charges need careful review.
- Stamp Duty Land Tax applies to purchases in England and Northern Ireland, with surcharges for additional properties and for buyers who are not UK resident. Scotland and Wales have their own property transaction taxes.
- Overseas companies buying UK property must register on the Register of Overseas Entities. Buying property does not provide a route to a UK visa or residence.
This is general information, not legal, tax or immigration advice. Rules and costs change; we will always point you to qualified local professionals before you commit.
How Eylfa helps
Your next steps in UK.
01
Understand your goals
We discuss what you want to achieve and whether UK is the right fit.
02
Explain the process
We walk you through the buying process, typical costs and key restrictions.
03
Shortlist and view
We shortlist suitable properties and arrange viewings, in person or virtually.
04
Connect and complete
We introduce licensed local professionals where required and support you through to completion.
Next step
Explore UK with us.
Share your plans and we will be in touch to talk through the options in United Kingdom.