Mortgages for
Non UK Residents

Creating a home away from home in the UK? There are some things you need to know. We look at the various mortgages for non UK residents and how these support your property plans.

Why non UK residents invest in UK real estate

The UK market offers a stable political and economic backdrop. Supported by a mature and world-famous legal system, investors see the UK as a safe jurisdiction to invest their wealth.

But the property you choose needs to serve the function you wish.

How can Advias help with your mortgage?

Transferring large funds into the UK?

When transferring funds into the UK, there are a few factors to consider;

When transferring funds into the UK, there are a few factors to consider;

Keep an audit trail of where the funds came from, lenders and solicitors will need to have a record of the source of funds.

Keep an audit trail of where the funds came from, lenders and solicitors will need to have a record of the source of funds.

Transferring funds via banks can be expensive as they charge high fees and take a larger margin on the currently conversion.

Transferring funds via banks can be expensive as they charge high fees and take a larger margin on the currently conversion.

Using a broker can ensure lower fees are charged and the best possible price is achieved. Locking rates is also possible.

Using a broker can ensure lower fees are charged and the best possible price is achieved. Locking rates is also possible.

Keep an audit trail of where the funds came from, lenders and solicitors will need to have a record of the source of funds.

Transferring funds via banks can be expensive as they charge high fees and take a larger margin on the currently conversion.

Using a broker can ensure lower fees are charged and the best possible price is achieved. Locking rates is also possible.

Advias do not provide currency exchange services. That’s why we would like to introduce you to xe.com

Advias do not provide currency exchange services. That’s why we would like to introduce you to xe.com

Our Foreign Nationals Mortgage Expert

Let's Talk

Are you an expat or non-UK national legal or financial professional looking for a mortgage? Do you find that banks don’t understand your situation?

Navigating the mortgage lending process can be challenging, especially if you have complex income structures or require larger loans. However, there are lenders who specialise in meeting these unique needs for Expats and Foreign Nationals.

My passion is to assist clients in your situation; by understand your unique requirements and find a solution that meets your property goals while saving you time, frustration and money.

If you’re interested in working with me, the first step is a free initial consultation where we can review the market and discuss possible solutions. From there, we can work together to arrange the mortgage that best fits your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Foreign Nationals will find it harder to purchase property in the UK compared with residents as they may be unfamiliar with local markets, find it hard to visit potential properties, increased cost of stamp duty as a non-resident and raising finance may also be a challenge.

When transferring funds into the UK, there are a few factors to consider;

Audit Trail
Keep an audit trail of where the funds came from, lenders and solicitors will need to have a record of the source of funds.


Currency Exchange
Transferring funds via banks can be expensive as they charge high fees and take a larger margin on the currently conversion. Using a broker can ensure lower fees are charged and the best possible price is achieved. Locking in rates for up to 3 years is also possible.

Yes, non-residents pay an additional 2% of the property value, this is applicable whether the property is purchased in the buyers own name or via a limited company. Use our stamp duty calculator.

When purchasing a property in the UK there are several associated costs which you should be aware of, these are;

  • Solicitor's fees
  • Valuation fees
  • Mortgage arrangement fees
  • Mortgage broker costs
  • Stamp Duty including the non-resident surcharge
  • Homesearch agent costs
Foreign Nationals will find it harder to purchase property in the UK compared with residents as they may be unfamiliar with local markets, find it hard to visit potential properties, increased cost of stamp duty as a non-resident and raising finance may also be a challenge.

When transferring funds into the UK, there are a few factors to consider;

Audit Trail
Keep an audit trail of where the funds came from, lenders and solicitors will need to have a record of the source of funds.


Currency Exchange
Transferring funds via banks can be expensive as they charge high fees and take a larger margin on the currently conversion. Using a broker can ensure lower fees are charged and the best possible price is achieved. Locking in rates for up to 3 years is also possible.

Yes, non-residents pay an additional 2% of the property value, this is applicable whether the property is purchased in the buyers own name or via a limited company. Use our stamp duty calculator.

When purchasing a property in the UK there are several associated costs which you should be aware of, these are;

  • Solicitor's fees
  • Valuation fees
  • Mortgage arrangement fees
  • Mortgage broker costs
  • Stamp Duty including the non-resident surcharge
  • Homesearch agent costs

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