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Can You Buy Property in the UK From Overseas? Yes, Here's How | CBG
- Friday, 02 October 2026 16:00There's no law stopping you. That's the first thing worth saying plainly, because a surprising number of people assume otherwise. Any non-UK citizen, whether resident in the UK or not, can buy...
Anti-Money Laundering Checks Explained: Why Overseas Buyers Face Extra Documentation
- Friday, 24 July 2026 18:08A note on the information below: this is general information to help you understand and prepare for a standard legal process, not legal or regulatory advice. AML requirements can vary depending on...
Currency Exchange When Buying UK Property: Protecting Your Budget From Exchange Rate Swings
- Saturday, 18 July 2026 18:06The Cost You Might Not Be Budgeting For At All Most international buyers budget carefully for the purchase price, the stamp duty surcharge, legal fees, and a mortgage deposit. Far fewer budget...
How to Buy Property in NW London Without Visiting in Person
- Wednesday, 15 July 2026 12:17Yes, It's Genuinely Possible — Here's How It Actually Works A meaningful number of international buyers complete a NW London purchase from start to finish without ever setting foot in the property,...
Exchange vs. Completion: The UK Property Timeline Explained
- Monday, 13 July 2026 11:57The Two Moments That Actually Matter If you've bought property in another country, there's a good chance the moment you agreed the deal and the moment you took ownership happened close together —...
Non-Resident Stamp Duty Explained: The 2% Surcharge, Who Pays It, and How Much
- Saturday, 11 July 2026 16:55A note on the figures below: all rates and worked examples reflect Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) bands in force in England since 1 April 2025, current as of mid-2026, verified against HMRC guidance....
UK Mortgages for Non-UK Residents: What International Buyers Actually Need
- Saturday, 11 July 2026 16:01A note on the figures below: mortgage lending criteria change regularly and vary by lender, and every application is assessed on individual circumstances. The figures here reflect publicly available...
Does Buying Property in the UK Get You a Visa or Residency?
- Friday, 10 July 2026 21:48Short answer: no. Buying a home in NW London — or anywhere else in the UK — does not grant you the right to live here, work here, or remain here. There is no visa, residency permit, or immigration...