FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes! Foreigners can fully own property in El Salvador in their own name. Once the sale is complete, the buyer’s name appears directly on the legal property title — just like a local. There’s no need for a Salvadoran partner or corporation. Foreigners enjoy the same property rights as citizens.
Yes! Bitcoin is legal tender and many real estate companies, including us, will help facilitate the sale and purchase of properties with Bitcoin. Transactions can also be completed in USD through bank transfers.
Top investment areas include Surf City (La Libertad) for coastal living, San Salvador for city amenities, and Ruta de las Flores for tropical highlands. El Zonte, El Tunco, and Mizata are the most well known beach towns. Each region offers unique opportunities, from beachfront homes to mountain retreats.
No. You can buy property as a tourist or foreigner without residency. However, applying for residency may be a good idea if you plan to spend time here, as it can then turn into a legitimate plan B in the future. There are also numerous tax benefits as a Salvadoran tax resident.
This is something that we focus on, to make the process streamless for buyers. Be careful with who you are buying from and make sure that they are trusted. Your real estate agent will verify the title through the National Registry Center (CNR). They'll ensure the property has no debts, liens, or ownership disputes.
El Salvador offers strong investment opportunities through rising tourism and the adoption of Bitcoin. New coastal infrastructure projects are attracting investors worldwide. Many buyers see long-term value in eco-friendly developments, vacation rentals, and regenerative communities around the country. There are also zero annual property taxes.
Buying real estate in El Salvador is very easy and foreign investment is warmly welcomed. The process is clean, simple, and safe. The development process is also quite fluid from permitting to infrastructure to final construction. The Salvadoran government is working to reduce regulations and make the process even easier for conscious developers.
El Salvador has quickly become one of the safest countries in the world. There is virtually no crime. There is also virtually no fraud or corruption as it is strictly and swiftly punished.
No, buying property doesn't grant you any extra privileges other than being a property owner. Residency and citizenship are separate processes.
El Salvador has a very low cost and high-quality access to medicine and healthcare with private practice options for foreigners. New infrastructure is developing in the country rapidly, including hospitals.
El Salvador has 3 K-12 renowned private schools with a spectrum of international offerings, a British, an American school, and a Catholic school. All are are bilingual and are where most ex pat kids go to school.
Yes, with updated veterinary records you can move to El Salvador and bring your pets.
Very low, for about $1500 a month one can live very comfortably. Cost can obviously vary depending on lifestyle.
The US dollar is the official currency and bitcoin was made legal tender in 2021, then later removed in 2025. However, it is still widely used in some areas, and bank and private infrastructure is being built out.
Spanish is the language spoken in El Salvador. Also, more locals are learning English, as a wave of English speaking people from across the world are visiting.
Our favorite is El Encanto Golf & Country Club! A gated residential community offering integrated event spaces. Located 30 minutes to the beach and 20 minutes from San Salvador. It features luxury amenities including social event spaces, restaurants, golf course, tennis courts, and recreational facilities.
Surf City offers several attractive real estate options for expats, especially those interested in a surf-oriented and relaxed lifestyle. Here are some of our favorites to consider:
El Zonte (Bitcoin Beach) - Famous for its world class surf and early adoption for Bitcoin, El Zonte has a very strong expat community.
El Tunco - A popular beach town in the heart of Surf City, known for its vast amount of places to eat and stay.
San Blas - A gated community on the east end of Surf City, known for its amazing beaches.
Play El Cocal - Near us! An up and coming expat community, with lots of commercial development happening super close, this could be a great spot to move to.
We can help you find any type of property that you are looking for. We specialize in boutique lodging properties in La Libertad and surrounding areas. Some of our most popular are in the town of Tamanique! Only 30 minutes from El Tunco, with amazing panoramic views of the ocean and mountains, while also having cooler temperatures than the beaches.
In El Salvador, community-focused real estate developments often take the form of gated communities that include amenities like clubhouses, playgrounds, gyms, and outdoor spaces, fostering a sense of community among residents.
We are starting with our first development Shutia where it is going to be community focused. We are doing 21 homesites on 23 acres, with a cafe, lots of greenspace, and an agrihood.