Property Registration for Foreigners in Hurghada
Can Foreigners Register Property in Hurghada? (Complete Legal Guide)
Yes — foreigners can legally buy and register property in Hurghada with full title deed ownership. Egypt’s 1996 Property Law (and subsequent amendments) explicitly grants foreigners the right to purchase and own real estate in Egypt, subject to certain land-size restrictions.
Foreign Property Ownership Rules in Egypt
- Apartments and units: No restrictions — foreigners can own unlimited apartments and units
- Land plots: Limited to 4,000 m² total land area across all Egyptian properties owned by one foreign national
- Property in major cities: Freely purchasable. Properties in the Sinai Peninsula have additional restrictions for nationals of certain countries
- Business properties: May require Egyptian business registration in some cases
The Property Registration Process for Foreigners Step by Step
Step 1: Reserve the property Sign a reservation agreement and pay a deposit (usually 10%). The property is taken off the market.
Step 2: Sign the preliminary sale contract This contract establishes the agreed price, payment schedule, and delivery terms. Signed in Arabic (with English translation available through MAMO Property).
Step 3: Complete payments Pay installments according to the agreed schedule via international bank transfer.
Step 4: Apply for Green Contract registration After final payment, you or your authorized representative (via Power of Attorney) applies for formal ownership registration at the Real Estate Publicity Office.
Step 5: Receive your title deed The completed Green Contract is issued, registering your name as the legal owner. This can take 6–18 months after the application.
Power of Attorney for Foreign Buyers
If you cannot be present in Egypt for any stage of the process, a notarized Power of Attorney (Tawkil) allows MAMO Property or your appointed lawyer to act on your behalf. This enables the entire purchase and registration process to be completed without a single trip to Egypt.
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Co-founder of MAMO Property, real estate specialist in Hurghada with 16+ years experience in Egyptian property market.
