Can Foreigners Own Property In Egypt?

Can foreigners own property in Egypt? Yes, but subject to statutory limits and regulatory approval mechanisms.Egypt's rising profile as a hub for regional investment and urban expansion has attracted growing interest from foreign individuals and entities seeking to acquire real estate across the country. From high-end residential developments in New Cairo to tourism-driven coastal properties in the Red Sea and Mediterranean regions, the demand for Egyptian real estate by non-nationals is now met with a cautiously liberalized legal response. The question "can foreigners own property in Egypt?" is not merely commercial—it is legal, strategic, and policy-driven. This article begins a four-part legal analysis of the applicable legislative instruments, regulatory mechanisms, and policy rationale behind Egypt's approach to foreign property ownership as of 2025.