International Buyers & Diaspora
Buy in Zanzibar. From anywhere.
Off-plan investment, residency guidance and secure remote purchase for Tanzanians abroad and international buyers — one advisor, verified documents and a clear process from first call to keys.
What we do for you
- Shortlist properties and off-plan projects matching your budget and goal
- Verify ownership, title and developer approvals before you commit
- Arrange video viewings, independent valuation and legal review
- Coordinate your lawyer, the authorities and the developer to completion
What we need from you
- Your budget, preferred areas and the purpose (home, investment, residency)
- A copy of your passport or ID for the legal process
- Your preferred payment method and timeline
- A lawyer you trust — or we introduce independent options
How it works
Buying from abroad, step by step
A clear, documented process designed for buyers who cannot be here in person — you always know what happens next and what we need from you.
- 1
Consultation
A video or WhatsApp call to understand your goal, budget and timeline.
- 2
Shortlist & viewings
Curated options with video tours, documents and honest area guidance.
- 3
Due diligence
Title, ownership and developer checks, plus your lawyer's independent review.
- 4
Agreement & payments
Signed sale agreement; documented payments against the agreed plan.
- 5
Completion & handover
Registration, keys and — if you wish — management while you're away.
Who we help
Four journeys. One standard.
Diaspora returning home
Tanzanians abroad buying a family home, land or an investment back home — with a team on the ground you can call, and paperwork handled while you are away.
Off-plan & new developments
Secure a unit at launch pricing in Zanzibar's off-plan projects, with staged payment plans, developer checks and progress updates until handover.
Residency through property
Qualifying property investment in Zanzibar can support a residence permit application. We explain the current framework and coordinate with the relevant authorities and your lawyer.
Buying without flying in
Video viewings, verified documents, independent valuation and legal review, and completion through your lawyer — many of our clients complete before their first visit.
Residency through property
Invest in Zanzibar. Live in Zanzibar.
Zanzibar's investment framework allows qualifying property buyers to apply for a residence permit — a pathway many diaspora and international buyers use to spend more time on the islands, retire here, or base themselves while managing their investment.
The qualifying thresholds, eligible property types and application steps are set by the Zanzibar authorities and can change. We explain the current framework in plain language, confirm whether a specific property qualifies, and coordinate the application alongside your lawyer and the relevant offices.
This is general guidance, not legal or immigration advice. Permit decisions rest solely with the authorities.
How we protect you
Distance should never mean risk.
Due diligence first
Ownership and title checks, encumbrance searches and confirmation of the seller's right to sell — before you commit funds.
Independent professionals
Your own lawyer, valuer and surveyor advise you independently. We coordinate the process; we never replace their advice.
Structured payments
Payments follow the sale agreement or the developer's staged plan — documented, receipted and traceable, never informal.
One advisor, start to finish
A named HomesAxis advisor manages your search, negotiation, paperwork and handover, and stays reachable on WhatsApp in your time zone.
Common questions
What international buyers ask us.
Can a foreigner buy property in Zanzibar?
Yes — foreign buyers regularly purchase in Zanzibar, most commonly through leasehold arrangements and approved developments. The exact structure depends on the property and your situation, so we confirm it with your lawyer before you commit.
Can buying property help me get residency?
Zanzibar has a framework where qualifying property investment can support a residence permit application. Thresholds and rules are set by the authorities and can change — we explain the current position and coordinate the application with the relevant offices, but the decision always rests with them.
How do I buy if I live abroad?
Most of the process runs remotely: video viewings, digital document review, your lawyer acting under power of attorney where appropriate, and bank transfers against the signed agreement. Many clients only travel for handover — or not at all.
Is off-plan safe?
Off-plan carries developer risk anywhere in the world. We check the developer's track record, land ownership, approvals and the payment structure before we present a project, and your payments follow the staged plan in the agreement — never cash in advance.
What costs should I budget beyond the price?
Expect legal fees, government transfer and registration charges, and (for off-plan) the staged payments in the plan. We give you a written cost breakdown for your specific property before you sign anything — no surprises at completion.
Can you manage the property while I'm away?
Yes. Our property management team can look after rentals, maintenance and reporting, so the property works for you between visits.
Start from wherever you are
Your Zanzibar property journey starts with one call.
Book a video consultation, tell us what you're looking for, or browse current off-plan projects — we'll take it from there, in your time zone.
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