Register of Overseas Entities: understanding UK property rules for overseas owners

In this episode of Business Talks, our new hosts, Tom Alun-Jones and Zoe Thomas sit down with tax director Victoria Baguley-Wood to unpack the Register of Overseas Entities (ROE), which is a key legal requirement for overseas entities owning UK property.

Victoria breaks down what the legislation covers, the risks of non-compliance, and the privacy challenges property owners face. Tom and Zoe also share how Saffery helps clients navigate the process with a full-service ROE solution, from verification through to annual filings.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What the ROE is and who it applies to
• How to avoid fines of up to £50,000 per property
• What trust structures mean for your reporting
• Why Saffery is among the few firms offering complete ROE support

Whether you’re buying, selling, or holding UK property through an overseas entity, this episode is essential listening.