Buy property in Egypt from abroad
Live Rovirah inventory in US dollars, and the steps from power of attorney to handover.
What your budget buys in Egypt today
Live counts from units published on Rovirah, at about 52 EGP per USD (2026-10).
| Budget (USD, approx.) | Budget (EGP) | Units |
|---|---|---|
| under $38,500 | under 2,000,000 | 27 |
| $38,500 – $77,000 | 2,000,000 – 4,000,000 | 213 |
| $77,000 – $135,000 | 4,000,000 – 7,000,000 | 646 |
| $135,000 – $231,000 | 7,000,000 – 12,000,000 | 835 |
| $231,000+ | 12,000,000+ | 1,356 |
Areas buyers look at most
- Fifth Settlement331 projects · 697 unitsfrom about $43,500
- New Capital210 projects · 542 unitsfrom about $31,000
- Sixth of October167 projects · 357 unitsfrom about $37,500
- Sheikh Zayed88 projects · 213 unitsfrom about $45,500
- Hadayek October41 projects · 192 unitsfrom about $28,500
- Green Revolution26 projects · 135 unitsfrom about $29,000
The steps
- Set the budget in your currency and keep about 10% aside for maintenance and fees.
- Ask one representative for the licence, model contract and payment schedule in writing, plus a recent site video.
- Reserve only with a written, refundable receipt.
- Issue a power of attorney at the Egyptian embassy or consulate for contracting, handover and registration.
- Pay the developer company's account only, and keep every receipt.
- Send a representative to inspect the unit and sign the handover report with photos and video, then register the contract.
Guides by country (Arabic)
Frequently asked
Many buyers do, through an official power of attorney to a trusted relative or a lawyer, issued at an Egyptian embassy or consulate. Procedures vary by developer; ask the project's representative and have an Egyptian lawyer review the contract.
By bank transfer to the developer company's account in its official name only, keeping every receipt. Ask in writing whether foreign currency is accepted and which exchange rate applies at each payment.
Prices are in Egyptian pounds as the developer publishes them. Dollar figures on this page use an approximate rate of 52 EGP per USD (2026-10); check your bank's rate.
Foreign nationals can own residential property in Egypt within the limits set by law. Rules and conditions change, so confirm your case with an Egyptian lawyer before reserving.
No. It is general information. Have an Egyptian lawyer review every contract before you sign or transfer money.