Can foreign nationals take out mortgage loans in Faro?

Yes, non-residents can be issued a mortgage loan to buy property in Faro. 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 Faro?

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 Faro?

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.

126 Houses for Sale in Faro, Buy Villa from 175,000€

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Elite villa with a pool and ocean views, 500 meters from the beach, Praia da Luz, Faro, Portugal for 2,350,000 €

Elite villa with a pool and ocean views, 500 meters from the beach, Praia da Luz, Faro, Portugal

2,350,000 €

£1,975,000

Total area 350 m²Land area: 1,013 m²

Villa with a swimming pool and a playground, Castro Marin, Portugal for 375,000 €

Villa with a swimming pool and a playground, Castro Marin, Portugal

375,000 €

£315,000

Total area 100 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Investment apartments in The Community at 9% per annum in the heart of the Motor City area, Dubai

From 125,000 €

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Elite villa with a pool with a 5% yield, Algarve, Portugal for 4,500,000 €

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

4,500,000 €

£3,781,000

Total area 486 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Contemporary
3 Bed. Villa Turnkey for 1,275,000 €

Contemporary 3 Bed. Villa Turnkey

1,275,000 €

£1,071,000

Total area 380 m²Land area: 1,114 m²4 bathrooms

3 Bed Villa for Sale, views of Algarve countryside for 675,000 €

3 Bed Villa for Sale, views of Algarve countryside

675,000 €

£567,000

Total area 128 m²Land area: 2,400 m²2 bathrooms

Charming One-Story Farmhouse & Pool for 595,000 €

Charming One-Story Farmhouse & Pool

595,000 €

£500,000

Total area 179 m²Land area: 11,281 m²2 bathrooms

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Stunning 4-Bedroom Villa with Sea Views in Boliqueime, Algarve for 1,295,000 €

Stunning 4-Bedroom Villa with Sea Views in Boliqueime, Algarve

1,295,000 €

£1,088,000

Total area 335 m²Land area: 1,550 m²4 bathrooms

Lock-Up-And-Go 2 + 1 Bed. Villa for 550,000 €

Lock-Up-And-Go 2 + 1 Bed. Villa

550,000 €

£462,000

Total area 116 m²Land area: 730 m²3 bathrooms

Beautiful Two Bed Cottage + Land for 329,000 €

Beautiful Two Bed Cottage + Land

329,000 €

£276,000

Total area 124 m²Land area: 630 m²2 bathrooms

5-Bedroom Villa with Development Potential in Almancil Centre for 1,400,000 €

5-Bedroom Villa with Development Potential in Almancil Centre

1,400,000 €

£1,176,000

Total area 298 m²Land area: 2,777 m²5 bathrooms

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2 Bed. Renovated Country Cottage for 288,000 €

2 Bed. Renovated Country Cottage

288,000 €

£242,000

Total area 71 m²Land area: 1,282 m²2 bathrooms

4 Bed. Renovated Farmhouse for 670,000 €

4 Bed. Renovated Farmhouse

670,000 €

£563,000

Total area 161 m²Land area: 1,351 m²4 bathrooms

Renovated Two Bed. Villa
+ Pool for 495,000 €

Renovated Two Bed. Villa + Pool

495,000 €

£416,000

Total area 127 m²Land area: 1,520 m²2 bathrooms

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Charming Algarvian Farmhouse for 375,000 €

Charming Algarvian Farmhouse

375,000 €

£315,000

Total area 160 m²Land area: 760 m²2 bathrooms

5 Bed. Renovated Villa

730,000 €

£613,000

Total area 220 m²Land area: 242 m²3 bathrooms

Building: 3+1 Bed Villa, 2 Commercial Spaces — Loulé/ EN125 for 1,260,000 €

Building: 3+1 Bed Villa, 2 Commercial Spaces — Loulé/ EN125

1,260,000 €

£1,059,000

Total area 310 m²Land area: 2,200 m²6 bathrooms

Versatile 3 Bedroom Villa with sea views near Boliqueime for 495,000 €

Versatile 3 Bedroom Villa with sea views near Boliqueime

495,000 €

£416,000

Total area 274 m²Land area: 256 m²3 bathrooms

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Charming 3-Bedroom
Villa in tranquil area-Great Potential for 449,000 €

Charming 3-Bedroom Villa in tranquil area-Great Potential

449,000 €

£377,000

Total area 173 m²Land area: 1,122 m²2 bathrooms

Charming duplex apartment with 2 bedrooms, private patio and private entrance for 294,000 €

Charming duplex apartment with 2 bedrooms, private patio and private entrance

294,000 €

£247,000

Total area 124 m²Land area: 75 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

2 months ago

2-bedrooms villa 115 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal for 550,000 €

2-bedrooms villa 115 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal

550,000 €

£462,000

Total area 115 m²Land area: 181 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

2-bedrooms villa 128 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal for 600,000 €

2-bedrooms villa 128 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal

600,000 €

£504,000

Total area 128 m²Land area: 194 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

3-bedrooms villa 138 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal for 800,000 €

3-bedrooms villa 138 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal

800,000 €

£672,000

Total area 138 m²Land area: 257 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Old House and Land + Extension Project for 175,000 €

Old House and Land + Extension Project

175,000 €

£147,000

Total area 75 m²Land area: 1,137 m²

2-bedrooms villa 108 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal for 595,000 €

2-bedrooms villa 108 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal

595,000 €

£500,000

Total area 108 m²Land area: 123 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

2-bedrooms villa 108 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal for 575,000 €

2-bedrooms villa 108 m² in Vila do Bispo, Portugal

575,000 €

£483,000

Total area 108 m²Land area: 123 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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