London Property
The Complete Guide for Kazakhstani Investors
Investing in London from Kazakhstan is accessible with the right representation. Brick & Fortune provides full service to clients from Almaty, Astana and across Kazakhstan.
Discuss Your Brief →Why London?
London is one of the world's most established and liquid property markets, with a long record of capital appreciation in sterling. Values have also fallen in several cycles, and past performance is not a guide to future returns.
Advantages for Kazakhstani Investors
- Introductions to regulated immigration advisers — buying property does not confer UK immigration rights
- Access to top UK universities for children
- KZT → GBP conversion support
- Mortgage options for non-residents
- Kazakhstan–UK bilateral tax treaty considerations
- Support at every stage
Stamp Duty (SDLT) for Kazakhstani Buyers
Non-UK resident buyers pay standard SDLT plus a 2% surcharge. On a £1.5M property, total SDLT for a non-resident buying their only home is £123,750, of which £30,000 is the 2% surcharge. Proper deal structuring can reduce these costs.
Stamp Duty Calculator →Buying Process
Initial conversation
We establish your budget, goals and timeline.
Property search
Off-market and open market search matching your criteria.
Legal process
Solicitor coordination, title searches, contract review.
Financing
Mortgages for non-residents, arranged through a licensed mortgage broker.
Completion & management
Post-completion rental management, renovation, income tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Kazakhstani citizens buy property in London?
Yes. Non-UK residents face no restrictions buying property in London. A 2% non-resident surcharge applies.
What is the minimum investment?
London Zone 1 practical minimum starts from £500,000. For income-focused strategies a budget in the £800k–£2M range is commonly considered.
Can I invest in KZT?
Property is purchased in GBP. Official financial channels are used for KZT to GBP conversion. Source of Funds documentation is required.
Can non-residents get a mortgage?
Yes. Some UK lenders offer mortgages to non-residents. Deposit, rate and other terms depend on the borrower and the lender; a licensed mortgage broker finds the right offer.
Get expert consultation
Our team serves in Russian, Turkish, Azerbaijani and English. We are with you every step from Almaty to London.
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