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A passport from one of Africa’s leading economies with fast processing
- Minimum investment: USD 250,000
- Processing time: from 6 months
- Visa-free travel to 60+ countries worldwide
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Program overview
Egypt’s citizenship by investment program was launched in 2020 under Parliamentary Law No. 190, adopted the previous year. To attract foreign investment and support the national economy, the government established a dedicated Citizenship by Investment Unit.
Applicants are not required to speak Arabic, pass a test on Egyptian history or reside in the country permanently. The program is open to investors of all nationalities. Several investment options are available, subject to successful due diligence.
- Participation options: government contribution, real estate purchase, business investment or bank deposit
- Tax regime: companies operating in free economic zones are exempt from corporate income tax
- Family inclusion: citizenship is available to spouses and children under the age of 21
- Minimum stay requirement: none
Benefits of Egyptian citizenship
Strategic geographic location
Situated at the crossroads of Africa, Europe and the Middle East, Egypt offers investors and entrepreneurs attractive opportunities for business and travel.
Access to African markets
Egyptian passport holders can travel to a number of African countries using electronic visas issued directly at border crossing points.
Eligibility for a US visa
Egypt and the United States have an E-2 treaty, allowing Egyptian citizens to apply for a five-year US investor visa.
Option to recover the investment
Funds invested in real estate or a business may be recovered five years after citizenship is granted.
Citizenship by descent
Investors can pass Egyptian citizenship on to their direct descendants without additional requirements.
No residence requirement
Applicants are not required to reside in Egypt either before or after obtaining citizenship.
Tax benefits for businesses
Egypt has nine free economic zones where qualifying companies are exempt from corporate income tax.
Flexible citizenship policy
Egypt allows multiple citizenship, enabling investors to retain their existing passport.
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- A step-by-step action plan for investors
- Detailed requirements and cost breakdown
- A tailored strategy for obtaining a second passport
- Up-to-date program conditions
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What Egypt citizenship offers
Opportunity to do business in the United States
Egyptian citizens are eligible for the E-2 investor visa, which is valid for five years.
Asset protection and growth
Investors can purchase property in Egypt, where demand and market potential continue to grow alongside the country’s tourism sector.
A secure relocation option
Egyptian citizenship gives you and your family the flexibility to relocate quickly if a crisis or life-threatening situation arises in your home country.
Visa-free travel with Egypt passport
An Egyptian passport provides visa-free or simplified entry to more than 60 countries worldwide, including Hong Kong, Malaysia, Macao and Seychelles.
Africa and the Middle East
An Egyptian passport offers valuable travel opportunities across Africa. Holders can obtain electronic visas for Nigeria and several other African countries. They can also travel without a visa to Arab countries such as Jordan, Morocco and Tunisia.
Asia-Pacific region
Egyptian citizens can travel to Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia and Macao without obtaining a visa in advance. Electronic visas are available for Singapore, the Philippines and several neighbouring countries, making the Egyptian passport particularly convenient for travel across Southeast Asia.
United States
Under the treaty signed between Egypt and the United States in 1992, Egyptian citizens are eligible to apply for an E-2 investor visa. This visa allows them to live and operate a business in the United States for five years, with the option to renew their stay.
Overall, an Egyptian passport provides greater freedom to travel across Africa and Asia, conduct international business and relocate to the United States with eligible family members.
- Global mobility score: 62
- Visa-free destinations: 19
- Visa-on-arrival destinations: 38
- E-visa destinations: 5
- Global ranking: 76th
Egyptian passport: visa-free travel to 60+ countries
Scale your business across African and Middle Eastern markets
- Investment from USD 250,000
- Investment recovery after 5 years
- Eligibility for second citizenship
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Investment options
Non-refundable contribution to the state budget
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One of the most popular and straightforward routes to Egyptian citizenship. The applicant contributes directly to Egypt’s economy through a government payment.
- Minimum investment: USD 250,000
- Payment in instalments over one year is available
- Fastest route to citizenship
- The contribution is non-refundable
Real estate investment
Calculate the cost
This option allows investors to preserve capital through tangible assets. Applicants may purchase one or more properties with a total value of at least USD 300,000.
- Minimum investment: USD 300,000
- Eligible properties: residential property, commercial premises and land
- Minimum holding period: 5 years
- The property may be sold after the holding period
- Both completed and off-plan properties are eligible
Business investment
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This option is designed for entrepreneurs planning to establish or expand their business in Egypt. Applicants may set up a new company or invest in an existing Egyptian business.
- Minimum business investment: USD 350,000
- Mandatory government contribution: USD 100,000
- Total investment: USD 450,000
- Minimum operating period: 5 years
- In the event of bankruptcy, an additional contribution of USD 250,000 is required
Bank deposit
Calculate the cost
A suitable option for investors seeking to minimise financial risk. The applicant places an interest-free deposit with the Central Bank of Egypt.
- Deposit amount: USD 500,000
- Deposit term: 3 years
- Interest rate: 0%
- The deposit is repaid in Egyptian pounds at the applicable exchange rate
- The exchange rate used for repayment cannot exceed the rate in effect when the deposit was made
- Low-risk investment option
Who can apply for the program
Main applicant (investor)
- Minimum age: 18
- Proof of legally obtained income
- No criminal record
- No infectious diseases
Spouse
- Must be legally married to the main applicant
- Eligible to receive a passport two years after the main applicant
Children under 21
- Must be unmarried
- Receive their passports together with the main applicant
Citizenship application process
Citizenship application process
Initial assessment and application preparation
The Mirsatori team conducts a detailed review of your circumstances, checks your eligibility against the program requirements and identifies any potential issues. At this stage, we develop a citizenship strategy, select the most suitable investment option and begin preparing the documents, including Arabic translation and legalisation.
Learn morePayment of the fee and application submission
Once the application package is complete, you pay a USD 10,000 government administration fee. The payment must be transferred from outside Egypt to the Egyptian Cabinet of Ministers’ account with the Central Bank of Egypt. The citizenship application is submitted to the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) office in Cairo, either in person or through an authorised representative.
Learn moreDue diligence and residence permit
The Egyptian authorities conduct comprehensive due diligence on the main applicant and all family members included in the application. Mirsatori lawyers work to minimise the risk of refusal. Once the checks are complete, the Prime Minister grants preliminary approval. You then receive a six-month residence permit to complete the required investment. At this stage, you travel to Egypt to select a property or complete the business investment.
Learn moreCompletion of the investment
You have six months from the date of preliminary approval to fulfil the investment requirements. The Mirsatori team supervises the documentation and transactions to ensure full compliance. You also undergo a medical examination at an authorised public medical facility in Egypt and provide biometric data for your passport.
Learn moreFinal approval and citizenship
Once all investment and program requirements have been fulfilled, the Citizenship Committee issues its final approval. You receive a naturalisation certificate and an Egyptian passport. Your minor children obtain citizenship with you, while your spouse becomes eligible two years later.
Learn moreSupport after obtaining citizenship
European residence permit
Mirsatori selects a suitable program and prepares the required documentation for obtaining a residence status.
Business setup
Mirsatori legal team registers companies in jurisdictions with an optimized tax environment.
Banking services
Mirsatori team selects a suitable bank, prepares the required documents, and supports the account opening process.
Family reunification
Mirsatori legal specialists assist with obtaining citizenship status for investor’ s spouse, children, and parents.
Document assistance
Mirsatori provides support with obtaining certificates, official documents, bank statements, and other required paperwork.
Real estate services
Mirsatori team selects suitable properties, conducts due diligence on their history, coordinates negotiations with sellers, and provides legal support throughout the transaction.
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Comparison with other programs
Egypt
Turkey
São Tomé and Príncipe
Sierra Leone
Visa-free destinations
62
124
69
68
Processing time
from 6 months
from 6 months
from 2 months
from 3 months
Tax on worldwide income
0%
0%
0%
0-30 %
Capital gains tax
10%
0%
0%
30 %
Inheritance tax
0%
from 10%
0%
0 %
Minimum investment
from USD 250,000
from USD 400,000
from USD 90,000
from USD 140,000
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Other citizenship by investment options
Country
Investment
Processing time
Key benefits
Turkey
Investment
from USD 400,000
Processing time
from 6 months
Key benefits
Details
- No language proficiency requirement
- Option to sell the property after 3 years
- Citizenship for family members
São Tomé and Príncipe
Investment
from USD 90,000
Processing time
from 2 months
Key benefits
Details
- Remote citizenship application without personal presence
- Option to include family members in the application
- Possibility to change full name after citizenship is granted
Sierra Leone
Investment
from USD 140,000
Processing time
from 3 months
Key benefits
Details
- Option to include a business partner in the application
- Potential reduction of tax expenses
- Possibility to change full name at the citizenship application stage
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to obtain Egyptian citizenship?
A high-net-worth foreign investor can obtain Egyptian citizenship in approximately 10 months.
What is the minimum investment and what additional fees apply?
The minimum investment is USD 250,000 under the non-refundable contribution option. In addition, a government fee of USD 10,000 applies to each application.
Is it necessary to visit Egypt or can the entire process be completed remotely?
Two visits to Egypt are required: one to submit the application in Cairo and another to complete the medical examination and provide biometric data. No citizenship oath is required. The remaining stages can be completed remotely through authorised representatives.
Can family members be included in the application?
The applicant may include a spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21. Children obtain citizenship together with the main applicant, while the spouse becomes eligible two years later. Muslim male applicants may include up to four legally recognised wives. Parents cannot be included in the application.
What tax and banking benefits does an Egyptian passport provide?
Egyptian citizens may find it easier to open accounts with local branches of international banks and establish companies in Egypt’s nine free economic zones, where qualifying businesses may benefit from corporate tax exemptions. Citizenship alone does not make an investor an Egyptian tax resident. Tax residency generally arises after spending more than 183 days in the country within a year.
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