Countries with no property tax: where to buy real estate tax-free
October 2, 2025|5:57 |Episode 108E 108
This episode explores countries with no property tax or very low annual rates, comparing percentage-based systems with fixed-fee models and showcasing examples like Croatia, Greece, Malta, and the UAE. We also explain how understanding property tax by country helps investors plan strategically for residency and citizenship opportunities.
In this episode, we break down the four main types of property taxes and zoom in on annual ownership tax. We look at which countries have no property tax, highlight places with the lowest property tax, and explain fixed-fee models in countries like Croatia and Greece.
The conversation also covers what countries have property tax upfront through stamp duty, the benefits of Dubai’s tax-friendly system, and how buying property in a country without property tax can align with residency and citizenship goals.
Material prepared by Lyle Julien, Investment programs expert
