Egypt offers citizenship through several qualifying investments. American nationals can apply on the same basis as other foreign investors.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Americans are eligible. The programme is open to foreign nationals who make one of the approved investments and pass checks. Egypt permits dual citizenship and the United States also allows it, so US applicants generally do not have to renounce. Spouses and qualifying children can usually be included.
Approved options include a donation to the public treasury, a real estate purchase, a business investment with an added donation, and a refundable bank deposit. Funds must be transferred from abroad in US dollars into the designated state account. Confirm the live list and any minimum holding period with GAFI.
Processing is commonly described as several months and at least one visit to Egypt is usually required. Confirm current timelines with the authority.
The figures below are indicative entry points reported in program materials. Confirm the current amounts and the state fee with GAFI.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Treasury donation (non refundable) | From USD 250,000 | Lowest reported entry option. Confirm the current figure with GAFI |
| Real estate purchase | From USD 300,000 | Held for a set period before resale. Confirm the current rules with GAFI |
| Refundable bank deposit | From USD 500,000 | Returned after a set period without interest. Confirm with GAFI |
| State fee | From USD 10,000 | Applies across routes. Confirm the current figure with GAFI |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. The programme is open to foreign investors including US nationals who meet one of the qualifying routes and pass due diligence.
Egypt permits dual citizenship and the United States generally allows it as well, so renunciation is not normally required. Confirm your own position with a licensed professional.
The treasury donation has the lowest reported entry figure, while the bank deposit is larger but refundable after a set period. Confirm current amounts with GAFI.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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