UK Tax on Your Overseas Property, handled by experts
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- Double Taxation Treaties
- Tax advice from the experts
- Captial gains taxes
We'll take care of the accounting, so you can focus on what matters.
Yes. If you are a UK resident, you are taxable in the UK on rental income from property located anywhere in the world, regardless of whether you bring that money into the UK. Your overseas rental profit is reported separately from any UK property income on your Self Assessment tax return, under the "foreign income" pages.
Unlikely not in full. The UK has double taxation treaties with many countries, which generally allow you to offset the tax paid abroad against your UK tax liability on the same income. Where no treaty exists, UK unilateral relief is usually available. We calculate the appropriate credit to ensure you are not paying more than your fair share.
From April 2025, the remittance basis was abolished and replaced by the FIG regime. Individuals who come to the UK after at least 10 consecutive years of non-UK residence can claim UK tax relief on foreign income and gains — including overseas property income — for their first 4 years of UK residence. This is a significant and time-limited opportunity. We advise on whether you qualify.
For UK income tax purposes, income from jointly-owned property is generally split equally between you unless you make a formal declaration of a different beneficial share. If your overseas jurisdiction treats ownership differently, there may be a discrepancy. We review the ownership structure and advise on the most tax-efficient approach for your circumstances.
