Buy a Condo in Fort Lauderdale From Abroad: 6 Simple Steps

More of our buyers live outside the United States than ever, and many want to buy a condo in Fort Lauderdale from abroad without spending weeks in Florida. The good news: preconstruction purchases are well suited to remote buyers, and our team has built its process around it. Here is how international buyers purchase at St. Regis Residences Bahia Mar, and how our Fly and Buy program and concierge team make the visit easy when you are ready to see it in person.

Can Foreigners Buy Property in Florida?

Yes. There is no citizenship or residency requirement to own real estate in Florida, and international buyers have been a core part of the South Florida luxury market for decades. What changes for foreign buyers is the paperwork: identity verification, source-of-funds documentation for the escrow agent, tax planning in two countries and, if you finance, a foreign national loan program.

How to Buy a Condo in Fort Lauderdale From Abroad, Step by Step

1. Private video presentation. Our team walks you through the site plan, the St Regis Bahia Mar floor plans, views and current availability in your language.
2. Shortlist residences. We send pricing for the specific lines that fit your budget, use and view preferences.
3. Contract and documents. Agreements and condominium documents are delivered electronically and signed with e-signature. Use the cancellation period Florida law provides to have a Florida attorney review everything.
4. Deposits by wire. Deposits go to the escrow agent on the construction schedule: 15% at contract, 15% at groundbreaking and 10% at top-off. Details are on our St Regis Bahia Mar deposits page.
5. Visit when it matters. Many buyers come once before signing and again at the final walkthrough.
6. Close remotely or in person. The balance is paid at delivery, by wire or through a lender, and closings can usually be handled with remote notarization or a power of attorney.

Fly and Buy: See St Regis Bahia Mar in Person

A residence at this level is hard to judge from a PDF. Our Fly and Buy program helps qualified buyers plan a focused trip to Fort Lauderdale: a private presentation of the project, the sales gallery and the site, plus tours of comparable branded residences on the coast so you can see the market for yourself. Ask our team about eligibility and what the program covers for your visit.

Concierge Service From the First Call

Our specialty concierge team handles the details around your trip and your purchase, including luxury car rentals, places to stay and other requests, so your time in Florida is spent on decisions, not logistics. After closing, the same team can help with furnishing, moving and settling in.

Service in Your Language

Our team speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian and Ukrainian, and works with partner brokerages in Brazil, Argentina, Italy, Germany, Dubai and London. Buyers can review documents and ask questions in the language they are most comfortable with, with English originals always available for legal review.

Tax and Legal Points for International Buyers

• Plan ownership structure (personal name, U.S. entity or foreign entity) with a tax advisor before you sign.
• Understand U.S. property taxes and how rental income is taxed if you join the Resort Collection rental program.
• U.S. withholding rules such as FIRPTA can apply when a foreign owner later sells, so plan the exit as well as the purchase.
• Keep clear records of the source of funds for each deposit wire.

This is general information, not tax or legal advice. Our team can introduce you to attorneys and tax advisors who work with international buyers every day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to travel to Florida to buy?

No. The full purchase can be completed remotely, though most buyers choose to visit at least once.

Can I rent the residence while I am away?

The Resort Collection offers flexible rental and leasing options. Terms can vary by tower and residence type, so confirm the current program with our team. Compare options in our guide to branded residences in Fort Lauderdale, or see W Hotel Residences Pompano Beach for another hotel-managed option.

Checklist to Buy a Condo in Fort Lauderdale From Abroad

• A valid passport and proof of address for identity verification.
• Source-of-funds documents for every deposit wire.
• A Florida attorney to review the contract.
• A tax advisor in your home country and in the U.S.
• A plan to fund or finance the balance at closing.

How long does it take to buy a condo in Fort Lauderdale from abroad?

Signing a pre construction contract a few min with docusign. However, the process can take a few weeks once you choose a residence, and closing happens when the building is delivered. Most buyers who buy a condo in Fort Lauderdale from abroad visit once before signing.

Can I get a mortgage to buy a condo in Fort Lauderdale from abroad?

Yes, through foreign national loan programs at closing, which usually require larger down payments. Our team can introduce lenders who regularly help clients buy a condo in Fort Lauderdale from abroad.

Talk to Our Team

Planning to buy a condo in Fort Lauderdale from abroad? Call our team at +1 305 571-6319 or tap the WhatsApp bubble on this page. We will send live availability, floor plans and the full deposit schedule.

Prices, sizes and terms are approximate, subject to change and based on published developer information at the time of writing. Oral representations cannot be relied upon as correctly stating the representations of the developer. For correct representations, make reference to the documents required by Section 718.503, Florida Statutes, to be furnished by a developer to a buyer or lessee.