If you’re a Tata contractor living in the UK, getting a mortgage might feel confusing, especially when you’re:
We work with major UK lenders like Halifax, HSBC, Santander and NatWest, who are open to foreign-paid contractors with strong income and documentation.
One of the most Tata-friendly lenders in the UK.
Accepts INR income.
Contractor-friendly.
Tier 2 visa accepted.
Uses day rate calculations.
Best for those paid into a UK account, or with strong credit.
Accepts multiple currencies (INR, USD, SGD, EUR).
Strong for professionals with stable income.
Tier 2 and Tier 1 visas are considered
Great for contractors with contracts or payslips available
Clean and fast application process.
Umbrella and PAYE-friendly.
Good affordability models for skilled workers.
Client: Ananya, Systems Analyst at TCS
Visa: Tier 2 Skilled Worker
Income: ₹2.4 million/year paid monthly into UK account
Challenge: Paid in INR, 6 months in the UK, no UK credit file
Solution: Mortgage Knight presented contract, day rate, and INR-to-GBP bank credits
Lender: Halifax
Outcome: £300,000 mortgage approved with 10% deposit and competitive fixed rate
This isn’t new for us — it’s what we do.
Don’t let foreign currency or a contract-based role hold you back.
At Mortgage Knight, we help *Tata contractors in the UK* navigate the mortgage market confidently — even when paid in INR.
Speak to our team today for expert, visa-aware, contractor-friendly advice.
A: Yes — several UK lenders (especially Halifax) accept INR if you live in the UK and have a valid contract or proof of income.
A: No — Tier 2 visa holders are accepted by many lenders, especially if you’ve been working consistently and have a UK bank account.
A: Not always. If you have stable income and UK residency, some lenders will accept you after just a few months.
A: They typically apply a “currency haircut” (e.g. 20%) to protect against exchange rate fluctuation. We help calculate what they’ll count and find the best lender for it.
A: Yes — many lenders prefer the day rate model for contractors. We’ll calculate your borrowing power based on your gross contract rate.