For Portuguese Buyers

Portuguese Buyers’ Guide to Florida Real Estate

Portuguese buyers find Florida appealing for climate, investment, and a large Portuguese-speaking community. Here is how to buy, from a CIPS and Florida attorney.

Arthur Simpson — Attorney, Broker & Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), and a member of the Real Property and International Law Sections of The Florida Bar.

You can own it

Portuguese citizens can buy Florida property with the same ownership rights as Americans — no U.S. visa or residency required.

Fala-se português

We assist Portuguese-speaking buyers and the website can be translated into Portuguese. A CIPS attorney-broker guides each step.

Financing & euro

Cash or foreign-national loans (~20–30% down, no U.S. credit). Plan your euro-to-dollar conversion.

Taxes

An ITIN is usually needed for financing/rentals; FIRPTA applies at sale; a tax treaty may help — confirm with a cross-border CPA. Start here →

Ready to buy in Florida?

As an attorney, broker, and CIPS — and a member of The Florida Bar's Real Property and International Law Sections — we guide Portuguese buyers through every step, remotely and with confidence.

Start Your Florida Purchase →

Frequently asked questions

Can Portuguese citizens buy property in Florida?

Yes — with the same ownership rights as U.S. citizens, and no visa or residency required.

Do you work with Portuguese-speaking buyers?

Yes. We assist Portuguese-speaking buyers and the site can be translated into Portuguese.

What taxes apply to Portuguese buyers?

Property taxes match U.S. owners; rental income is reportable (ITIN needed); FIRPTA applies at sale, with possible treaty relief.

This page is general information for Portuguese buyers and is not legal or tax advice. International purchases involve U.S. and home-country tax and legal questions that should be reviewed with a qualified attorney and a cross-border CPA. Real estate brokerage services are provided by Simpson & Simpson Realty; legal services are provided separately by Cornerstone Wealth & Legacy Law, PLLC.