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Russia – Finding Property to Buy

Foreign nationals can legally purchase property in Russia in most circumstances, though the process diverges considerably from what buyers may be accustomed to in other countries. There is no centralised Multiple Listing Service, no statutory requirement for agent licensing, and

Saudi Arabia – Finding Property to Buy

For much of its modern history, Saudi Arabia placed strict limits on foreign property ownership — but a landmark law approved in July 2025 and taking effect in January 2026 opens designated areas across the Kingdom to international buyers. Purchasing

Romania – Finding Property to Buy

Purchasing property in Romania as a foreign national is both achievable and well-supported by a broad network of estate agents, online listing platforms, and legal professionals. The agency sector operates with relatively little formal regulation in terms of licensing requirements

Qatar – Finding Property to Buy

Foreign nationals can purchase property in Qatar, though the process is subject to meaningful restrictions: non-Qataris are limited to buying in officially designated freehold or long-term leasehold zones. The typical search involves licensed local estate agents, specialist online listing platforms,

Poland – Finding Property to Buy

Purchasing property in Poland as an internationally relocating buyer is entirely achievable, yet the process differs considerably from markets where agents operate under strict licensing frameworks and dedicated industry bodies provide legal protection for buyers. In Poland, estate agents are

Portugal – Finding Property to Buy

Purchasing property in Portugal is most commonly accomplished through licensed estate agents and dedicated online property portals. In contrast to some other markets, agents in Portugal almost universally act on behalf of the seller, commission is borne by the vendor,

Peru – Finding Property to Buy

International buyers can acquire property in Peru through real estate agencies, dedicated listing portals, direct developer sales, and personal referral networks. Peru’s property market is remarkably accessible to overseas purchasers, with comparatively few formal restrictions on foreign ownership. That said,

Philippines – Finding Property to Buy

Foreign nationals can indeed purchase property in the Philippines, but the process involves legal constraints not found in most other real estate markets: outright land ownership is prohibited for foreigners, condominium units may be purchased subject to a building-wide 40%

Panama – Finding Property to Buy

For foreign nationals, purchasing real estate in Panama is a comparatively accessible endeavour, with non-citizens enjoying property rights nearly equivalent to those of Panamanian nationals on most titled land. The principal avenues for locating a property are through licensed real

Oman – Finding Property to Buy

Purchasing property in Oman as an overseas buyer follows a clear but particular set of rules. While foreign ownership is legally permitted, it is confined to government-designated areas — principally Integrated Tourism Complexes (ITCs). The primary avenues for finding a