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Property Investment Residency (3-Year)

Investment Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

3 weeks – 3 months

Estimated Cost

USD $100,000

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

3 years

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote work OK

Overview

Residency permit granted to foreign nationals who purchase real estate in Egypt with a minimum investment of $100,000 USD.

This residency permit is designed for foreign investors who purchase real estate in Egypt valued at $100,000 USD or more. It provides a 3-year renewable status for the investor and their immediate family. The program is managed through local administrative offices and requires the property to hold a 'Green Contract'.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	3 years
Extension increments	3 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Minimum investment of $100,000 USD in real estate

Property must be registered in the government land registrar (Green Contract)

Funds must be transferred from abroad

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Proof of property ownership (Green Contract)

Proof of funds transfer from abroad

Valid passport

Security clearance documentation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows long-term residency in Egypt
Includes immediate family members
Renewable as long as investment is maintained

Worth Knowing

Does not lead to permanent residency or citizenship
Does not grant automatic work authorization
Processing time can be lengthy due to property registration
Property not registered in the government land registrar
Failure to pass security clearance

Application Process

Purchase and register property

Submit application to GAFI or Ministry of Interior

Undergo security clearance

Receive residency permit

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