Overseas buyers
Buy a home in London without being in London
Buying from abroad adds distance, time zones and extra tax and identity steps. We act as your buyer-side advisor on the ground: viewing, checking, negotiating and coordinating the solicitor so you can decide with confidence from wherever you are.
- Video and in-person viewings for you
- Non-resident costs set out up front
- Buyer-side only, no dual agency
Overseas buyers
Start my London search
Two quick steps. It takes about a minute.
Sole-mandate, single-side
No dual-agency on any transaction. Conflicts disclosed in writing.
Discretion by default
Off-market sourcing, alias representation, NDA-ready.
Audit-ready paper trail
Mandate, briefs, memos and closing dossier — written, signed, archived.
Outcomes
Buying remotely, with someone on your side
Eyes on the ground
We view first and send honest notes, photos and video, so you only fly in for the homes that matter.
The full cost
Purchase price plus stamp duty including any surcharges, legal fees and survey, set out before you offer.
Paperwork made simple
Identity and source-of-funds requirements explained early, so they do not hold up exchange.
Areas explained
Neighbourhoods compared on schools, transport, prices and character, using registry data.
Start your London search from abroad
How it works
4 steps, one adviser
- 1
Brief
A call in your time zone to set budget, areas, purpose and timing.
- 2
Search and remote viewings
Open, pre-market and off-market homes viewed for you and shortlisted.
- 3
Offer and checks
Comparable evidence, survey and legal checks, then negotiation on your behalf.
- 4
Exchange and completion
We coordinate your solicitor, any lender, and the key handover.
Market evidence
The London market, from the registry
£560,000
Median sale price
Aug 2025 to Aug 2026
36,006
Registered sales in 12 months
HM Land Registry Price Paid Data
-3.4%
Median price change
vs the previous 12 months
Registry data for London as a whole. See sold prices by area.
Why Belgrave
How we compare
| Aspect | Belgrave Estates | Typical high-street approach |
|---|---|---|
| Who you deal with | One named senior advisor from first call to completion | Handed between valuer, negotiator and progression team |
| Conflicts of interest | Single-side representation; conflicts disclosed in writing | Often acts for both sides of the same deal |
| Fees | Fee model disclosed in writing before you sign anything | Headline rate, extras discovered later |
| Discretion | Off-market and NDA-ready campaigns available | Portal-first by default |
| Paper trail | Mandate, briefs and closing dossier written and archived | Calls and emails, little written record |
How our fees work
Fee structure agreed in writing before the mandate starts. Our conduct and fees.
After you enquire
What happens next
- 01
A senior adviser reads it
Your request goes to a senior adviser on the right desk, not a call centre or an automated sequence.
- 02
A personal reply within one working day
By phone, WhatsApp or email, whichever you prefer. Tell us a good time and we will keep to it.
- 03
A clear plan, no obligation
You get our view and the next steps in plain terms. Whether to go ahead is entirely your decision.
Can foreigners buy property in London?
Yes. There is no general restriction on overseas nationals buying residential property in England. You will need to meet identity and anti-money-laundering checks.
Do overseas buyers pay more stamp duty?
Non-UK residents can pay a surcharge on top of the standard rates, and a further surcharge can apply to additional properties. Our stamp duty calculator shows the figure on any price; your solicitor confirms your status.
Can I buy without visiting London?
Yes. Clients can buy after video viewings and our written reports, though we recommend seeing your final choice in person if you can.
Can I get a UK mortgage as a non-resident?
Some lenders lend to non-residents, usually on stricter terms. We can introduce you to regulated mortgage brokers; they give the advice.
What documents will I need?
Proof of identity and address, and evidence of the source of the funds you are using. We tell you what is likely to be asked for at the start.
Should I buy in my own name or through a company?
That is a tax and legal question that depends on your circumstances. Take advice from your own accountant and solicitor; we coordinate with them.
How do you charge?
A search retainer plus a success fee on completion. The fee structure is shared in writing before you engage us.
Still deciding? Ask a senior adviser directly.
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Ready when you are
Start your London search from abroad
Tell us what you are looking for. A senior advisor will set out the costs, the process and a first shortlist.
- No obligation, ever
- A personal reply within one working day
- One named senior partner throughout
Private and discreet. Your details are never sold, shared or added to a marketing list.