Egypt Guide: Property

Buying property isn't easy anywhere, but it gets even more complicated if you have to deal with an unknown property market and legal restrictions of a foreign country. Read our property guide to get a good start – and to avoid mistakes you might later regret.

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  Introduction

  The property market in Egypt

  Not too long ago, it was illegal for foreigners to own property in Egypt. This is no longer the case, though buying property is no easy feat.

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  Choosing a property

  Finding your dream property in Egypt

  Start your property search in Egypt by identifying your price range. An entry-level property in a decent but out-of-the-way area will probably cost a minimum LE200,000 (about USD36,000).

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  Buying property

  Egyptian property contracts

  Most property contracts in Egypt are very similar to rental contracts. Make sure you have copies drawn up in English and Arabic.

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  Property registration

  Finalizing your purchase

  Once your financing is in place and a contract has been drawn up, you will want to make sure you have an Egyptian lawyer at the ready to handle the final negotiations and land registration.

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