Practice Areas
Property Registration (صحة توقيع / العقد الأخضر)
Registration is what turns a paper contract into protected ownership. We file signature validation and validity lawsuits and follow the file to the final green contract.
What the service covers
Protecting your contractual position through signature validation (صحة توقيع) where appropriate, while pursuing legally recognised ownership through validity and enforceability proceedings or final registration — the green contract — depending on the case.
- Signature validation (صحة توقيع) filings — confirms the seller signed; it does not by itself transfer ownership
- Validity and enforceability lawsuits (صحة ونفاذ) to establish the contract's legal effect
- Final registration and the green contract (العقد الأخضر) — the strongest recognised evidence of ownership
- Registry follow-up in Cairo notary offices
How we handle it
- 1
Filing the signature validation (صحة توقيع) case
- 2
Validity and enforceability lawsuit where the seller refuses
- 3
Survey, tax and registry clearances
- 4
Issuance of the final registered green contract
Common risks to watch for
- A signature-validity judgment (صحة توقيع) proves the signatures only — it does not transfer ownership by itself.
- An incomplete chain of title (a missing predecessor contract) can block final registration entirely.
- Registration deadlines and required documents change; a file prepared on outdated requirements is returned for completion.
Frequently asked questions
What is the green contract in Egypt?
It is the final registered title issued by the Real Estate Registry. It is the strongest proof of ownership and is required for resale, mortgage and residency by property.
What if the seller refuses to appear for registration?
We file a validity and enforceability lawsuit (صحة ونفاذ); the court judgment replaces the seller's signature.
Can foreigners register property in Cairo?
Yes, within the limits set by Egyptian law on foreign ownership. We confirm eligibility for your specific unit before filing.
Clients with this matter often also need: real estate contract drafting and review in Cairo, property due diligence before buying in Egypt, marriage lawyer for foreigners in Cairo.
Need a trusted lawyer in Cairo?
A confidential consultation with Mohamed Ashraf Hosny — Tahrir Square office, in front of the Cabinet.