I-Passport Index
Africa

Egypt

Baseline rank
#22 / 116
Baseline score
68.8
Factor scores

How Egypt performs

Tax

85.7
Very strong

Lighter than most. Taxes here are below average: Egypt is 36th of 123. Most people keep a good share of their income and business profit. Personal income tax 0 - 27%, corporate tax 22 - 40.55%, VAT 14%.

Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)

Safety

56.3
Moderate

Some concerns. Egypt is less peaceful than most countries in the index (90th of 117). Look closely at the area you would live in.

Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index

Cost of Living

97.1
Very strong

Very affordable. Egypt is one of the cheapest places to live in the index, 3rd of 118. Your money goes a long way here.

Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index

Education

36.1
Weak

Below average. Education here is weaker than in most countries we cover (82nd of 120). Families may want to look at international schools.

Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index

Every figure is published by the institution named against it. We do not adjust, model or estimate the underlying values. See the formulas.

Tax and citizenship

The detail behind the scores

Taxation

Corporate income tax 22 - 40.55% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned and the nature of the business
Personal income tax 0 - 27% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned
Standard VAT 14%

Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.

Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway

Residence for naturalization
10 years
Language requirement
Yes
Proficiency in Arabic language
Investment Immigration Pathway
Egypt Citizenship by Investment
Official language
Arabic
Dual citizenship
Allows dual citizenship
Pathways

1 immigration pathway

Egypt citizenship by investment
Minimum investment: USD 250,000Processing time: 6-12 months
Program details

Program terms change. Always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before acting. This page is informational and is not legal or tax advice.

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