Ending Real Estate Contracts Over Delays In Egypt

Ending real estate contracts over delays in Egypt is legally possible under certain conditions, but success depends on how the contract was drafted and how the delay is proven. The Egyptian real estate sector has witnessed extraordinary growth over the past decade, with ambitious mega-projects reshaping the urban landscape. From the New Administrative Capital to North Coast compounds, developers have marketed aggressively to both domestic and foreign investors. Much of this growth is driven by off-plan sales — where purchasers pay in instalments for units that are yet to be constructed. While this model has opened the market to a wider base of buyers, it has also created significant legal risks. Chief among them is the issue of late delivery, which continues to plague large and small developments alike.