Lease Contract Notarization & Executory Formula

Timing: Same day (usually 2 to 4 hours) Fees: - Attendance: required for landlord & tenant together Last Updated: May 2026

Required Documents

Lease Value Planner & Notarization Readiness

Enter monthly rent, duration, and attendance status to understand the total contract value and likely notarization route, while government fees remain - until a fresh official verification is completed.


Step-by-Step Guide

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Drafting & Reviewing the Rental Contract

Draft the lease agreement in a clear legal format ensuring the rights of both parties (Law 4 of 1996). Explicitly write a clause about returning the property. Prepare at least 3 original signed copies.

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Going to the Designated Notary Branch

You must visit the specific Notary Office branch that geographically covers the rented property. Model or mall branches can notarize only if they fall inside the same governorate. Arrive early to secure a ticket.

Madam Afaf Tip: Never settle for just 'date verification' (إثبات تاريخ) and think it's enough! Notarizing the lease with the 'executory formula' protects you completely, giving you the immediate right to evict the tenant if they refuse to leave at lease end, without long court procedures.
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Reviewing the Contract & Paying Notary Fees

Present the contracts and National IDs to the head notary officer. They will review the terms and signatures, then set the total charge according to the route, contract value, stamp duties, and the administrative fees applied at review time. Pay at the treasury and obtain the official payment receipt.

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Signing the Official Notary Book & Stamping

Return to the notary with your payment receipt. Both landlord and tenant will be requested to sign and thumbprint in the official registry book. The notary will then stamp the three contract copies with the state eagle seal.

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Adding the Executory Formula & Retrieving Copies

The official executory clause is written directly on the landlord's copy. The landlord collects this executive copy, the tenant collects their standard notarized copy, and the third copy is preserved in the Notary Office archives.


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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between date proof & executory formula notarization?
Date proof is a simpler route that only verifies the contract date, while executory-formula notarization gives the contract stronger enforcement power. Charges for both routes vary by service type, stamp duties, and the administrative fees applied at the time, so we show them here as - until a fresh official verification is completed.
How are notary fees calculated for rental contracts?
Notary fees are calculated based on Charges vary according to contract value, route, stamp duties, and the administrative fees applied by the office at review time.
Does it require landlord and tenant to attend together for the executory formula?
Yes, both landlord and tenant must attend in person or through an official valid Power of Attorney (POA) to insert the executory formula. A simple date proof, however, can be done by either party alone.
Must the landlord's title deed be officially registered?
It is highly recommended to present a title deed. However, in most notary branches, the notarization proceeds once the landlord formally declares their ownership under their full legal responsibility before the notary officer.
What are the conditions for contract notarization if one party is a foreigner?
If one of the parties is a foreigner, you must visit the Main Foreigners Personal Affairs Notary Office at the Ministry of Justice or specific model branches, with a valid passport and an active residence visa.