The "old rent law" was legislated in the 1950s and amended over time. It regulates residential rents by setting fixed, often below-market, rental prices. It granted tenants long-term protection, including the right to renew leases indefinitely and transfer them to heirs. As a result, many properties remained under rented and at low rates, limiting landlords’ ability to increase rents or reclaim their properties for redevelopment. However, a major amendment passed in July 2025 began phasing out these protections. In addition to the transitional period, the new law permitted early evictions in certain cases and provided alternative housing options.
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Transitional periods under amended rent law in Egypt 2025, by type of lease
Under the amended rent law in Egypt in July 2025, also known as the "old rent law," transitional periods were introduced to phase out existing rental agreements. Residential leases were granted a -year transitional period, while non-residential leases had a shorter transitional period of **** years. These timelines mark the duration before old rent agreements are terminated and rental contracts transition to the new regulations.
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