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Foreign Arbitral Awards in Egypt play a vital role in international commerce. When a dispute is resolved by arbitration abroad, the award must still be recognized by Egyptian courts to have legal effect. Without recognition and enforcement, even a valid arbitral award remains a private decision with no binding power under Egyptian law.
Egypt has built credibility as an arbitration-friendly jurisdiction. Through the New York Convention of 1958 and Arbitration Law No. 27 of 1994, the legal system provides a clear framework for converting foreign arbitral awards into enforceable judgments. This gives global investors confidence that their rights can be protected within Egypt.
Egypt’s legal framework for foreign arbitral awards is anchored in two pillars. The first is its ratification of the New York Convention of 1958, which obliges Egyptian courts to recognize and enforce awards issued abroad. The second is Arbitration Law No. 27 of 1994, which aligns local procedures with international standards.
Together, these instruments create a reliable system for recognition and enforcement. For investors and companies, this means that awards obtained outside Egypt can be validated and executed through the local courts with minimal procedural obstacles.
To enforce a foreign arbitral award in Egypt, the award creditor must file a petition before the competent Court of Appeal. The application usually includes the arbitral award, the arbitration agreement, and certified Arabic translations.
The court examines whether the award complies with the requirements of the New York Convention and Arbitration Law No. 27 of 1994. If the conditions are met, the court issues an exequatur order, making the award legally binding and enforceable.
This procedure ensures that international arbitration outcomes are not just symbolic but directly enforceable under Egyptian law, giving foreign investors security and clarity.
Although Egypt generally supports the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards, courts may refuse enforcement in limited cases. These grounds reflect both the New York Convention and local law.
These safeguards ensure fairness while still honoring Egypt’s international obligations to recognize and enforce arbitral awards.
Success in enforcing a foreign arbitral award in Egypt often turns on preparation and timing. Keep filings concise, translations certified, and communication documented.
Egypt’s framework—rooted in the New York Convention and Arbitration Law No. 27 of 1994—offers a clear path to turn foreign arbitral awards into enforceable judgments. With focused preparation and local coordination, investors can achieve timely, effective outcomes.
For tailored guidance, document review, and filing strategy, consult specialist counsel familiar with Egyptian court practice.
Author: Saad Moussa
Director — ANGLO–NILE INTERNATIONAL LEGAL SERVICES LTD
UK Company Registration No.: 16569632
SRA Registered Foreign Lawyer (Individual): 7265297
Egyptian Bar Association No.: 547042
Arab Lawyers Union No.: 29865
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