€20 million
Penthouse in London
Foreigners can buy, lease and sell real estate without restrictions in the UK.
Statistics confirm the liquidity of investments: every quarter, residential real estate prices grow by an average of 1.3%. Five years ago, an apartment of 100 m² cost an average of €342,000, and today it is sold for €431,000.
€4,310
Average price per 1 m²
1,3%
Average price growth per quarter
0,05—13,05%
Associated costs, of the property value
€20 million
Penthouse in London
€5 million
Apartment in London
€500,000
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Obtaining a UK residence permit or citizenship is not connected with purchasing real estate.
A residence permit obliges the holder to live in the country for at least 183 days a year and not leave the UK for more than 90 days. British residents can’t visit other countries visa-free.
After six years of living in the UK, an investor can apply for citizenship.

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Find out how much it costs to buy and rent real estate in each country, what the market dynamics are and what taxes you need to pay when buying and selling.

Material prepared by Igor Buglo, Head of the Maltese office, MBA
Property buyers pay stamp duty and government fees. Associated costs range between 0.55% and 13.05% of the purchase agreement value.
When buying an apartment worth €4 mln, the investor will spend €4.552 mln, including additional costs.
0.05—13.05%
Of the contract value are related costs for the purchase of housing in the UK
Owners pay a municipal property tax. The municipality sets the tax amount depending on the cadastral property value. In London, for example, the rate depends on the district.
€5,300
Approximate annual costs for maintenance of an apartment
Property owners pay an income tax of 20% on their rental income.
Utilities. Water, electricity, and gas are paid for by meters. Housing is often heated with gas fireplaces or boilers. Some apartments have a wood-burning fireplace.
If an apartment owner has a long-term leasehold right, they pay additional rent to the land owner. The contract determines the fee amount. The approximate range is between €20 and €700 per year.
The building maintenance fee, which includes the elevator, cleaning, repairs, and concierge, depends on the building.
Internet, TV, and telephone connection costs €30 to €53 per month, depending on the tariff and locality.
A seller of real estate in the UK pays a capital gains tax of 18% to 28% on the difference between the sale and purchase prices. The tax rate depends on the amount of capital gain.
The following are exempt from paying the tax:
non-residents — those who live in the UK for less than 183 days a year;
residents who have sold their primary residence.
If the owner sells the property through an agency, they pay a commission of 2% to 4% of the sale price.