Non-Resident · 6 min read

Non-Resident Mortgages: A Practical Guide

By: Keystones Mortgage Consultancy · Last Reviewed: 2026-10-21

Article Summary & Key Themes

Documentation requirements, eligibility criteria, and process milestones for international real estate buyers.

Overseas buyers can finance ready residential property in UAE freehold areas. While non-resident mortgages involve lower LTV limits (typically 50% to 60%), qualified international investors can secure competitive funding.

Key Requirements for Overseas Borrowers

Lenders evaluate your home-country tax returns, corporate financials, personal bank statements, and national credit bureau records. Physical attendance in the UAE is generally required for loan contract execution or handled via a legalized Power of Attorney.

Rate Risk Notice: Fixed rates usually last 1–5 years. After that your rate typically follows EIBOR plus the lender's margin, so payments can go up or down.

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