Lawyer in Egypt for Foreigners — Property, Residency & Business in Hurghada

Yes. Foreigners can legally buy apartments and villas in Hurghada and across Egypt. Before you sign or pay, a lawyer should check that the seller really owns the property, that there are no debts, disputes or building violations, and that the developer has the right permits. The contract should be bilingual and protect your payments. After purchase, the sale is confirmed through a validity-of-signature case or registered with the Real Estate Registry (Green Contract), so your ownership is protected against third parties. We review every document before giving a final opinion.

Legal fees depend on the type of matter, how complex it is and how much court or government work it needs. A simple contract review is priced differently from a lawsuit or a full property registration. We first look at your documents and a short summary of the case, then tell you the scope of work and the fee in writing before any work starts. Official government fees, translation and attestation costs are explained separately so you know exactly what you are paying for. There are no hidden charges.

Egyptian law does not force you to use a lawyer, but most foreigners find it very hard to set up a company without one. The process involves choosing the right company type, drafting the articles of association, approvals from the General Authority for Investment (GAFI), the commercial register, the tax card and, where needed, work permits for foreign staff. Documents issued abroad usually need legalization and translation. A lawyer prepares the papers, follows up with each authority and makes sure the company stays compliant after it is registered, which saves time and avoids rejected applications.

Yes. Owning qualifying real estate in Egypt can support an application for a residency permit, and in some cases a longer-term residency. The exact conditions, required property value and permit length are set by the immigration authorities and can change, so we check the current rules for your case before you apply. The application normally needs your passport, the registered or court-confirmed property contract, photos and supporting documents. We prepare the file, submit it at the passports and immigration office, follow it up and keep you updated in writing until the permit is issued.