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Property & Farmland in Gambia
Who can buy, how ownership works, and the taxes and duties for buying property in Gambia.
Ownership & Tax - Who Can Buy in Gambia
| Buyer | Permitted | Tenure | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambian citizen | Yes | Freehold | Urban property freely available; rural land subject to State Lands Act |
| Foreign national | Conditional | Freehold | Permitted in urban areas; leasehold available for land; State Lands Act governs all transfers |
| Foreign company | Conditional | Freehold | Permitted for business property; company must be registered in Gambia |
| Any buyer (agricultural land) | Conditional | Leasehold | Agricultural land governed separately; state grants leases rather than freehold |
Ownership and tax rules are summarised for guidance and change over time. Verify with a professional before investing.
Frequently asked questions about Gambia
NRIs and OCIs can freely buy residential and commercial property in India (not agricultural land), with purchase funds routed through NRE/NRO banking channels.
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