Purchase Cost Breakdown
A precise breakdown of every cost for the exact property you are considering.
Property Purchase Cost in Egypt for Foreigners
The full picture of what buying property in Egypt costs — price, registration, taxes, due diligence and after-purchase costs — planned clearly before you commit. English & Arabic.
Our Services
Property Purchase Services for Foreigners
From the first cost estimate to registered ownership
Legal Due Diligence
Verification of the seller, the title and the property records before you pay anything.
Title & Registration
Registration of the sale and your ownership before the competent real estate authorities.
Power of Attorney Abroad
Drafting and authentication of the power so we can buy and register on your behalf.
Payment & Transfer
Safe coordination of payment, taxes and the transfer of the property into your name.
After-Purchase Guidance
Advice on maintenance, service fees and ongoing property obligations after the purchase.
Property Purchase Cost Guide for Foreigners (2026)
Buying property in Egypt is attractive and, for foreigners, fully possible in the designated areas. But the total cost is never just the price on the contract. Understanding every fee and tax before you commit is what protects your budget — and your ownership. We plan the entire purchase with complete clarity.
The Complete Cost Picture
- Purchase price — the contract price, including any developer or broker arrangements
- Registration and notarial fees — calculated as a percentage of the property value
- Taxes — duties that apply to the sale subject to the area, the parties and the use of the property
- Legal due diligence — verification of the seller, the title and the records
- Power of attorney, legalization and translation — when buying from abroad
- Ongoing costs — maintenance, and association or service fees of the development
Where Foreigners Can Buy
Egypt permits foreign ownership in areas approved by the competent authorities. These have included developments in Greater Cairo (such as New Cairo and Sheikh Zayed), the North Coast, the Red Sea, and new cities, subject to the current conditions on value and use. Before looking at any property, we confirm that your purchase fits the applicable rules and obtain the approvals needed.
Registration Fees and Taxes
Registration with the competent real estate authority is essential — it is what makes your ownership official and protects you against competing claims. Registration and related government fees are generally calculated as a percentage of the property value. The exact percentage and any additional duties depend on your particular transaction, so we calculate them precisely for your property rather than relying on guesses.
Buying From Abroad
Most foreigners buy without travelling by giving a notarized power of attorney, legalized in their country with a certified Arabic translation. We verify the title, draft the contract, register the sale and receive the property on your behalf. See our power of attorney from abroad guide, and for the documents involved our real estate guide.
How We Protect Your Budget
We give you a complete cost breakdown for the specific property before you commit, verify everything before payment, and handle registration so your ownership is secure. No hidden fees, no avoidable delays.
How We Work
From Cost Breakdown to Registered Ownership
A clear, protected process at every stage
Property & Cost Review
We review the property, confirm the area rules and give a complete cost breakdown.
Due Diligence & Authority
We verify the title and records, and prepare your power of attorney if you are abroad.
Sale & Payment
We prepare all documents, register the contract and coordinate payment and taxes safely.
Registration & Delivery
We complete the registration in your name and hand over the property with full documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Property Purchase Cost — Common Questions
Yes. Foreigners can buy property in Egypt in designated areas, provided the necessary approvals and registrations are obtained. The permitted areas are determined by the competent authorities and are generally subject to conditions on value and use.
The total cost includes the purchase price plus registration and notarial fees, taxes, legal due diligence, and often a power of attorney and translation. Registration and government fees are calculated as a percentage of the property value, so we prepare a full breakdown for your specific property.
Beyond the price you pay registration and notarial fees, applicable taxes, legal due diligence for title verification, and if you buy from abroad, a power of attorney, legalization and certified translation. Ongoing costs include maintenance and any association or service fees.
Foreigners may own property in areas approved by the competent authorities, which have included developments in Greater Cairo, the North Coast, the Red Sea and new cities, under the conditions set out in the current rules. We confirm the specific position for the property you are considering.
In most cases no. With a properly prepared power of attorney, notarized and authenticated abroad, we can complete the due diligence, purchase and registration for you. Contact us first and we will confirm the exact steps for your situation.
The duration depends on the property itself, the seller and the completeness of the documents. Delays usually come from incomplete title or notarization. We prepare the file correctly so the process moves without avoidable stops.
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Legal Resources for Foreigners in Egypt
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The information on this page is general guidance only and does not constitute formal legal advice. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific circumstances; we do not guarantee any particular result.