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Civil Disputes
Civil law in Egypt: contracts, obligations, liability, disputes.
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I need to resolve a contract disagreement
Learn which Egyptian laws govern contract disputes, what remedies are available for breach, and how to handle fraud or non-performance by the other party.
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I'm unclear about property rights and ownership
Understand Egyptian property ownership laws, transfer rules, withdrawal rights from purchases, and how foreign nationals can own real estate in Egypt.
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I need clarity on inheritance and succession laws
Discover how Egyptian inheritance law applies to expats, foreign wills, and marriage across borders, plus what happens to your estate under Egyptian law.
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I'm unclear about property rights and ownership
I need clarity on inheritance and succession laws
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Which Law Applies to Expat Inheritance in Egypt?
Article 17 of Egyptian Civil Code: expat inheritance follows your nationality's law, except Egyptian real estate governed by Egyptian law.
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Does Egyptian Law Govern Your Will & Inheritance?
Egyptian law governs wills and inheritance based on your nationality at death. Egyptian real estate is always subject to Egyptian law, regardless of nationality.
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Am I Liable for Harm While Exercising Legal Rights in Egypt?
In Egypt, lawful exercise of rights creates no liability, but abusing rights—harming others with no benefit or disproportionate harm—triggers compensation under Articles 4–5 of the Civil Code.
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Can I Withdraw From Apartment Purchase in Egypt?
Yes, you can withdraw from an apartment purchase by forfeiting your arboun deposit. The seller can also withdraw but must return double the deposit amount (art. 103).
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International Marriage Laws in Egypt?
Marriage validity in Egypt is assessed under each spouse's national law per Article 12, while the effects of marriage are governed by the husband's nationality law under Article 13.
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Which Law Governs Egypt Contract Disputes?
Contractual disputes in Egypt are governed by the parties' common domicile law, or the law of the place the contract was concluded (typically Egyptian law), unless the parties have agreed otherwise, per Article 19.
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Does Egyptian Law Apply to Foreign Contract Signings?
Your legal capacity follows your nationality law per Article 11 of the Egyptian Civil Code, but Egyptian law applies if the financial transaction is concluded and produces effects in Egypt.
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My spouse and I are both foreigners married in Egypt — which country's law governs our marriage?
Marriage validity is governed by each spouse's national law, while the effects of marriage are governed by the husband's nationality at the time of marriage under Articles 12–14.
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Cancel Contract for Seller Fraud in Egypt?
Yes, you can cancel for fraud if the seller deliberately deceived you or hid key facts. You have 3 years from discovery, capped at 15 years from contract date.
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Can I Charge Interest on a Loan in Egypt?
You can charge interest on a loan, but the maximum rate is 7 percent. Any excess must be returned, and interest cannot exceed the principal amount.
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Car Damage Negligence: Get Compensation in Egypt?
In Egypt, fault causing car damage requires compensation under Article 163. Claims expire 3 years from knowledge or 15 years from the act, whichever comes first.
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Builder Failed to Perform: What Are Your Legal Options?
If your builder fails to perform, you can demand completion or rescission after written notice. Courts may grant grace periods or refuse rescission for minor breaches.