Investec launches bespoke buy-to-let proposition for expats

Investec Bank plc, a leading international financial services provider, today announces the launch of a bespoke buy-to-let proposition specifically tailored for UK expatriates living in Dubai or Switzerland. This new offering has been designed to help high-net-worth expats build their UK property and Channel Islands portfolios while living abroad.

Investec believes that there remains significant growth potential in both Dubai and Switzerland. Dubai is currently home to over 70,000 dollar millionaires, while Switzerland has over 420,000¹. This figure is expected to grow as more UK workers seek to relocate. However, expats remain underserved by most mid-market financial services providers.

Key features of the new buy-to-let proposition include:

• Dedicated Private Bankers to help brokers deliver maximum value to their clients
• Bespoke lending solutions tailored to client’s needs
• Ability to lend against properties in the UK and the Channel Islands
• Minimum loan sizes of £1m and above.

Peter Izard, Head of Intermediary Business Development at Investec Bank, commented: “We are pleased to launch our bespoke buy-to-let proposition for expatriates. Our approach is tailored to address the unique challenges faced by expats who are looking to purchase their first buy-to-let property or are seeking to expand their UK and Channel Islands property portfolio while out of the country. We offer a personalised private banking service, that aims to provide an out of the ordinary experience for our clients.”

This new offering will be accessible through Investec’s network of mortgage brokers and direct from Investec in the Channel Islands and London, ensuring that expats receive the expert guidance and support they need to make informed investment decisions.

Investec's comprehensive range of mortgage products is designed to meet the diverse needs of high-net-worth clients. The bank’s flexible terms include both fixed and variable rates, as well as various repayment options to suit individual financial situations.

This proposition is aimed primarily at high-net-worth UK nationals living overseas, although non-UK nationals living in Dubai and Switzerland who have a substantial UK footprint may also be considered.

¹ Residence and Citizenship by Investment | Henley & Partners