Egypt offers a route to citizenship through qualifying economic contributions, and Lebanese nationals can apply on the same basis as other foreign applicants. This page sets out the current position and points you to the official source.
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.
Lebanese nationals are not subject to a specific bar under the Egyptian programme and may apply alongside applicants of other nationalities. The programme was established under Law No. 190 of 2019 and is open to applicants who are at least 18 years old, hold a clean criminal record and can document the lawful source of their funds.
Egypt permits dual citizenship, so a successful Lebanese applicant would not be required to renounce Lebanese nationality under Egyptian rules. Confirm how a second citizenship interacts with your obligations in Lebanon with the relevant Lebanese authority before you act.
Several qualifying routes have been published for the programme. These include a non refundable donation to the public treasury, a real estate purchase, a business investment paired with a donation, and a refundable bank deposit placed with the Central Bank of Egypt. A state fee applies on top of the chosen route.
Amounts and conditions are set by the authority and have changed since the programme began, so treat any figure you see elsewhere as indicative only and confirm the current amount and holding period with the official authority.
Published guidance describes a process measured in months rather than weeks, covering due diligence, approval and passport issuance. Confirm the current processing time with the official authority, since volumes and procedures change.
The main cost is the qualifying contribution itself, which differs by route. Government and state fees, due diligence charges and independent professional fees sit on top. We do not name or recommend firms. Use Get Matched to compare vetted advisors, and ask for a written scope and fee before you engage anyone.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying contribution | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Varies by route chosen |
| State fee | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Applies in addition to the route |
| Due diligence and government fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Set by the authority |
| Professional fees | Varies by case | Set independently, get a written scope |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Citizenship by Investment Unit, General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. Lebanese nationals are not subject to a specific exclusion and may apply on the same basis as other foreign nationals. Confirm eligibility for your circumstances with the official authority.
Egypt permits dual citizenship under its rules. Check separately how holding a second citizenship affects your status in Lebanon.
Published guidance describes the deposit route as refundable after a holding period, while the donation route is not. Confirm the current routes and conditions with the official authority.
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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