Can foreign nationals take out mortgage loans in Albufeira?

Yes, non-residents can be issued a mortgage loan to buy property in Albufeira. Special terms of mortgage lending for non-residents — the loan term up to 75 years of age for the eldest borrower and a down payment of 40–50%. The mortgage rate is a floating one, of 3% for residential properties and 5% for the commercial ones.

How does the purchasing process take place when buying a house in Albufeira?

Before the purchase, it is necessary to hire a lawyer who would help you get the paperwork done. Having chosen the property, you need to open a local bank account and receive a tax identification number. First, a preliminary sales agreement is signed, a deposit equalling to 10–30% of the property value is placed, and the municipal taxes are paid. The deposit is non-refundable if the buyer decides not to purchase. All agreements ought to be notarised. Between signing the preliminary and main sales agreements, the lawyer completes the property Due Diligence and checks the availability of all the documents for the property. When signing the main agreement, the remaining transaction amount is paid, after which the property can be registered with the land registry office and a title deed can be obtained.

What property taxes are there in Portugal?

Property buyers pay a stamp duty (Imposto do Selo, IS) — 0,8% and a title deed transfer tax (Imposto Municipal sobre Transmissões, IMT) — 6,0 – 6,5%. After the purchase, an annual real estate tax (Imposto Municipal sobre os Imóveis, IMI) ranging from 0.3 to 0.8% across property types and municipalities, has to be paid. These three taxes — are everything that is paid by property owners. When selling real estate, non-resident owners pay the capital gain tax, chargeable from the difference between the purchase price and the sales price at a rate of 28%. The inheritance and gift taxes are not levied from spouses, children, parents and grandchildren, the other categories pay them at a rate of 10% (which is considered low).

How expensive are the utilities in Albufeira?

The utility costs vary across locations. For example, an average bill for an 50–60 m² house totals about € 100-130 per month.

How can a house buyer obtain Portuguese citizenship?

It is possible to apply for permanent residency after five years of residence in the country. After six years of residence it is possible to apply for citizenship. But these procedures are not interrelated. Holding a temporary residence or permanent residence permit does not lead to obtaining citizenship. Only following the rules of stay in the country (over 183 days per year for six years) can give hope for obtaining Portuguese citizenship.

Can foreign nationals lease houses in Portugal?

Yes, of course. The owner's right to administer their property is not limited in any way.

What types of Portuguese property are better to invest in for rental purposes?

The most suitable for rental purposes are the houses located in the resort areas, such as the Algarve, Faro, Lagos, on the entire southern coast and the capital of the country, Lisbon.

Why do I need to own a house in Portugal?

The Portuguese property market is one of the European real estate markets that have been growing most actively over the past few years. Therefore, real estate investments are very profitable in the country.

4 Bedroom Houses for Sale in Albufeira from 1,380,000€

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Luxury villa with a swimming pool, a garden and lounge areas, Galé, Portugal for 3,500,000 €

Luxury villa with a swimming pool, a garden and lounge areas, Galé, Portugal

3,500,000 €

£2,992,000

Land area: 8,860 m²4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Two-storey furnished villa near the sea in Albufeira, Portugal for 1,380,000 €

Two-storey furnished villa near the sea in Albufeira, Portugal

1,380,000 €

£1,180,000

Total area 450 m²5 bedrooms7 bathrooms

90 m long swimming pool!

The Community — investment apartments by Aqua Properties with 9,5% yield per annum in the center of the developing area of Motor City, Dubai

From 131,000 €

Completion in: 2025 Yield: 9.0% Apartments in total: 450

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Historic villa with a swimming pool, a garden and a view of the sea in a prestigious area, Funchal, Portugal

2,500,000 €

Total area 1,200 m²Land area: 1,200 m²4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Exclusive two-storey villa with panoramic ocean views, Madeira, Portugal

1,980,000 €

Total area 420 m²Land area: 600 m²4 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Elite villa with a pool with a 5% yield, Algarve, Portugal

4,500,000 €

Total area 486 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

New villa with a pool and sea views in Lagos, Faro, Portugal

2,300,000 €

Land area: 731 m²5 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Villa – Setubal (city), Setubal, Portugal

1,320,000 €

Total area 260 m²Land area: 1,053 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Villa – Lisbon, Portugal

1,250,000 €

Total area 362 m²Land area: 20,000 m²7 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Villa – Lisbon, Portugal

1,800,000 €

Total area 374 m²Land area: 565 m²6 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Villa – Alcabideche, Lisbon, Portugal

975,000 €

Total area 280 m²Land area: 420 m²4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Two-storey villa with a swimming pool, a garden and a gym, Sever do Vouga, Portugal

750,000 €

Total area 665 m²Land area: 2,100 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Villa – Evora, Alentejo Region, Portugal

1,500,000 €

Total area 695 m²Land area: 1,758 m²6 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Villa – Cascais, Lisbon, Portugal

5,100,000 €

Total area 475 m²Land area: 900 m²6 bedrooms7 bathrooms

Villa – Setubal (city), Setubal, Portugal

590,000 €

Total area 294 m²Land area: 885 m²7 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Agricultural – Setubal (city), Setubal, Portugal

4,200,000 €

Total area 628 m²Land area: 121,940 m²12 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Agricultural – Setubal (city), Setubal, Portugal

990,000 €

Total area 300 m²Land area: 47,000 m²5 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Three-storey villa with a panoramic view and stables, Amarante, Portugal

750,000 €

Total area 318 m²Land area: 5,000 m²7 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Agricultural – Setubal (city), Setubal, Portugal

950,000 €

Total area 204 m²Land area: 27,630 m²5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Villa – Alcabideche, Lisbon, Portugal

2,200,000 €

Total area 333 m²Land area: 473 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Villa – Alcabideche, Lisbon, Portugal

2,150,000 €

Total area 333 m²Land area: 473 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Villa – Alcabideche, Lisbon, Portugal

2,150,000 €

Total area 333 m²Land area: 473 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Villa – Castelo Branco, Portugal

2,800,000 €

Total area 756 m²Land area: 11,000 m²12 bedrooms16 bathrooms

Agricultural – Viana do Castelo, Portugal

980,000 €

Total area 330 m²Land area: 30,687 m²4 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Furnished villa with a swimming pool and a garden in a prestigious and picturesque area, Santo Estevão, Portugal

1,000,000 €

Total area 720 m²Land area: 20,000 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Agricultural – Porto (city), Porto, Portugal

1,000,000 €

Total area 300 m²Land area: 20,000 m²6 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Villa – Portalegre District, Alentejo Region, Portugal

4,967,000 €

Total area 3,500 m²Land area: 2,850,000 m²12 bedrooms10 bathrooms

Agricultural – Portalegre District, Alentejo Region, Portugal

1,000,000 €

Total area 700 m²Land area: 68,000 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

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