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Egypt Citizenship by Investment for Turkish Nationals

This page explains how Egypt citizenship by investment is presented for Turkish nationals, the qualifying routes, and where to confirm the current rules.

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Reference
Official authorityGeneral Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI)
ProgrammeEgypt Citizenship by Investment
For nationalityTurkish
Information current as ofJune 2026
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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.

Reviewed by the Passports for Kings editorial team. Last reviewed 24 May 2026.

Eligibility for Turkish nationals

Egypt grants citizenship for investment under Law number 190 of 2019, administered through the unit at the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones. The route is open in principle to foreign applicants, and there is no published exclusion specific to Turkish nationals.

Applicants are expected to be in good health, to hold a clear criminal record, and to transfer funds from abroad in foreign currency. Confirm that your case meets the current standard with the official authority before you commit.

Routes

Public guidance describes several pathways. These include a direct contribution to the state treasury that is not refundable, a real estate purchase, a business investment paired with a contribution, and a refundable bank deposit held for a set period.

The figures attached to each route change over time, so use them only as a guide and verify the current amounts with the authority. Do not rely on a route or a figure until the official source confirms it applies to you.

Timeline

Public guidance points to a processing window of roughly six to twelve months, though timing varies with the route and the completeness of the file. Treat any timeline as indicative and confirm it with the official authority.

Costs

The qualifying investment or contribution is the main figure, with government and processing costs on top. Several routes are reported in public guidance. Use the table as an indicative guide only and confirm every figure with the official source before you act.

ItemIndicative amountNotes
Treasury contributionUSD 250,000Reported as not refundable
Real estate purchaseUSD 300,000Reported minimum, confirm current rule
Refundable bank depositUSD 500,000Reported held for three years, returned without interest

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.

Common questions

Can Turkish nationals apply for Egypt citizenship by investment?

There is no published exclusion for Turkish nationals, and the route is open in principle under Law number 190 of 2019. Each file is still assessed individually. Confirm with the official authority.

Do I need to live in Egypt?

Public guidance indicates the route does not require residence in Egypt, but you should confirm any current condition with the official authority before relying on it.

Are the investment funds returned?

Some routes are described as a contribution that is not refundable, while a bank deposit route is described as refundable after a set period without interest. Confirm the current terms 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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