EU

Can I buy property there?

Pick your nationality and destination. Get instant answers on buying rights, mortgage availability, visa routes, and the money-transfer reality.

Can you legally buy?

Yes — no nationality restriction

Portugal place no nationality restriction on residential property purchase by foreigners.

Can you get a mortgage?

Yes — typical LTV 50-60%

Non-EU buyers typically need 40-50% deposit. Specialist lenders only; rates 1.5-3pp above resident terms. Income proof in convertible currency required.

Rental income tax (non-resident)

25% on net

This is the effective rate the destination country will apply to your rental income as a Türkiye non-resident. The full dossier models net cash flow including this.

Residency / visa pathway

No direct route from purchase

No direct property→residency route in this destination. Verify general visa categories (skilled worker, family, retirement) separately.

Currency & outbound transfer

documentation

TCMB notification required for outbound transfers; documentation tightens above €50k.

KYC / AML profile

Enhanced due diligence

Banks will apply enhanced due diligence. Allow extra 2-4 weeks for account opening and source-of-funds verification.

Apply this to a specific property

For a real address with your nationality factored in — run the full dossier.

The Outpost dossier’s “For You Specifically” section applies all of the above to a real property — including realistic net cash flow after origin-specific tax and FX.

Analyse a property

This tool gives a structural eligibility view based on EU status, treaty membership, and known capital-control regimes. Final answers depend on personal circumstances. Outpost does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners buy property in Europe?

In most of our markets, yes — but buying rights, mortgage access, visa relevance and money-transfer rules differ by your citizenship and the destination. Pick both and the tool gives an instant, honest read.