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Three levels of protection
An unregistered contract binds the parties. Signature validation (صحة توقيع) confirms the signatures before a court. Final registration issues the green contract, which is enforceable against everyone.
When the seller disappears
If a seller refuses or cannot be found, a validity and enforceability lawsuit (صحة ونفاذ) produces a judgment that stands in place of the seller's signature and allows registration to proceed.
Why it matters for foreigners
Property-based residency, resale and mortgage all depend on a registered title. Buyers who stop at the preliminary contract often discover this only when they try to sell.
This article is general guidance and is not a substitute for advice on your specific case. For a consultation, contact Mohamed Ashraf Hosny Law Office in Tahrir Square, Cairo.