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Foreign National Loans

Mortgage financing for non-US citizens purchasing property in the United States

South Florida is one of the top markets for international buyers. Foreign national loans allow non-US citizens — whether they hold a visa, are permanent residents abroad, or are purchasing as an investment — to finance property in the US without a Social Security number or domestic credit history.

Who This Is For

Non-US citizens purchasing residential or investment property in the United States

International buyers from Latin America, Europe, and the Caribbean investing in South Florida real estate

Visa holders (H-1B, L-1, E-2, etc.) who do not yet have established US credit history

Foreign investors seeking rental income or a secondary residence in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach

Requirements

CitizenshipNon-US citizen (any nationality)
Credit HistoryForeign credit report or international trade references accepted
Down Payment25-30% minimum
DocumentationValid passport, visa (if applicable), proof of income
Property TypePrimary, secondary, or investment
Income VerificationForeign bank statements, employment letter, or CPA letter
Loan AmountTypically $150,000 - $5,000,000+

How Sofla Helps

Our AI qualification engine handles the heavy lifting so you can focus on closing.

AI qualification handles foreign national eligibility without requiring SSN or US credit score — uses alternative data points

Document checklist includes foreign-specific requirements: passport, visa docs, international bank statements, translated documents

Matches borrowers to lenders who specifically offer foreign national programs and understand international documentation

Red flag detection identifies visa type restrictions, source-of-funds issues, and documentation translation needs early in the process

Get Qualified for Foreign National Loans

A few questions. A real score. The exact document list for your loan type.

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