Frequently Asked Questions
- Can foreigns own property in Sharm el Sheikh?
Yes. Moreover, the only document you need is your passport.
- Do I need visa?
It is not necessary to have a visa to buy a property in Egypt, however, you must have to live here.
- If I need an advocate?
We will provide you with a lawyer who does the following:
- Power of Attorney
- Residence visa
- Drafting of Buy or Sale contract
- Return Transportation to El Tur City for all Government and Court Case procedures
- Legal consultation feeds
- How long will take the registration?
The registration takes between 6 – 12 months.
- I have heard about 99 years ownership for foreigners. How does a 99 year lease work?
According to the Prime minister declaration Number 548 dated 5 April 2005 there is no property ownership for forigners in South Sinai. It is a 99 years lease hold and enforced.
- Can I re-sell my property before, during and after completion of the build?
You can re-sell your property if you have paid 100% of the payment structure, you should then ask for the Full payment document which states the total amount that you have paid.
- How do we travel to Sharm el Sheikh?
There are many airlines serving Egypt from the UK. New services and fares are constantly being added to their routes, so you should refer to the following airlines for more details:
- British AirwaysEgyptair
- Excel Airways
- First Choice
- Flythomascook.com
- GB Airways
- Sudan Airways
- ThomsonFly
