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In recent years, more and more foreigners have been buying property in Israel. It doesn’t take long to set up the transaction and buyers can expect to spend about a month to conclude the sale.

Foreigners have bought thousands of properties in Israel over the recent years. The main demand comes from North America, UK and France.
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Germany is one of the most popular countries for international students. About 11% of the country’s students are foreign citizens, particularly from China, Russia, Austria and India.
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In Vietnam, property maintenance costs cover the land tax and utility bills. The owners of investment properties also pay a management company fee and a rental income tax.
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Taxes in Vietnam are lower in comparison with those of the US and Western Europe. In this Asian country, property buyers pay VAT and a registration fee, owners pay the land and rental income taxes and sellers pay a sale tax.
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As of December 2016, mortgage loans cannot be issued to foreign residents in Vietnam. The country’s authorities allowed foreign buyers to purchase homes and apartments in Vietnam on 1st July, 2015, and the local lending market is not yet developed.
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After several years of decline due to the 2008−2009 crisis and the high inflation rates of 2010−2012, the market of property in Vietnam is becoming attractive for real estate investors. Internal demand for residential property is being reinforced by rapid urbanization, whilst demand from foreigners is being fostered by the liberalisation of property buying.
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Hungary’s academic institutions are popular with international students thanks to high living standards and affordable living costs as well as diplomas recognised around the world.
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Prior to 1st July, 2015, foreign nationals were only able to buy one leasehold apartment for their own use for 50 years and with no extension options. The rental of residential property in Vietnam, conveyance by inheritance and donation were prohibited. In addition, at least a year of working experience in Vietnam was required.

Taxes in Hungary are relatively low in comparison to other European countries.
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Not every Hungarian bank grants loans to non-EU citizens, and some of those that do impose restrictions with respect to property types. For instance, Sberbank Hungary Ltd. offers mortgage loans to foreigners who wish to buy flats and homes in the country’s newly-built and existing property markets.
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Austria is part of the Schengen area so non-EU citizens must have a visa or residence permit. The main rules on immigration in Austria can be found in the Settlement and Residence Act (Niederlassungs und Aufenthaltsgesetz).

The United Kingdom is the second most popular destination for education after the USA. Tuition fees are high but the alumni of top British universities benefit from international recognition and have great career prospects worldwide.
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Buying property in the UK will not help or simplify residence or citizenship applications. The rights, rules and obligations of foreign citizens in the UK, as well as visa and residence permit requirements can be found on the UK Home Office website.

UK taxes are quite high, especially stamp duty and income tax. Foreign buyers should consult a tax advisor before purchasing real estate to simplify the registration process and minimize the tax burden.