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Tanzania
In mainland Tanzania, foreigners cannot own land directly; they must obtain a Derivative Right through the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC), usually f... Read Moreor a 99-year term tied to an investment purpose. Zanzibar operates under a separate system where non-citizens can secure 99-year leaseholds (often structured in 33-year renewable blocks). In 2026, the Condominium Act allows foreigners to own units in "Strategic Investment Projects," which can include villas on private islands. Read Less
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Since 1999, Private Islands Inc. has represented the largest selection of islands for sale in the world. Beyond our public marketplace, we maintain The Black Book Vault—a confidential pipeline of off-market private holdings, upcoming listings, and unlisted island assets reserved strictly for vetted buyers and Explorers Club members.
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Follow Chris Krolow, CEO of Private Islands Inc., and his specialized team as they navigate high-stakes offshore real estate across the globe. From ambitious first-time island buyers with multi-million-dollar budgets to seasoned tycoons acquiring ultra-exclusive private retreats, witness the uncompromised logistics and real-world transactions required to make island ownership a reality.
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