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Egypt Citizenship by Investment, What Changed and Where It Stands in 2026

Egypt continues to run citizenship by investment under Law No. 190 of 2019. Here is the current position.

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Official authorityGeneral Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) and the Citizenship by Investment Unit, Arab Republic of Egypt
ProgrammeEgypt Citizenship by Investment
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 22 June 2026.

What changed

Egypt continues to run citizenship by investment under Law No. 190 of 2019. The framework keeps four routes and a fixed state fee. Recent practice has confirmed that dual citizenship is permitted for applicants who qualify through investment.

Current rules

Four routes are available. A contribution of USD 250,000 to the public treasury, which is not refundable. A real estate purchase of USD 300,000 in approved projects. A business investment of USD 350,000 together with a USD 100,000 contribution to the treasury. Or a bank deposit of USD 500,000, returned in local currency after three years without interest.

A state fee of USD 10,000 applies to every route and is not refundable. The main applicant, the spouse and children under 21 can be included. Applicants must be at least 18, show a clean record and prove the lawful source of funds.

What to watch

Amounts, approved projects and processing times can change. Confirm the current routes, the figures and the document list with the official authority before you commit funds.

RouteIndicative amountNotes
Treasury contributionUSD 250,000Not refundable
Real estateUSD 300,000Approved projects, may sell after five years
Business investmentUSD 350,000 plus USD 100,000 contributionHold for at least five years
Bank depositUSD 500,000Returned in local currency after three years, no interest
State feeUSD 10,000Applies to every route, not refundable

Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) and the Citizenship by Investment Unit, Arab Republic of Egypt publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.

Common questions

What is the lowest cost route?

The treasury contribution route starts at USD 250,000 plus the USD 10,000 state fee. Figures can change, so confirm with the official authority.

Does Egypt allow dual citizenship through this route?

Yes. Egyptian law permits dual citizenship for applicants who qualify through investment.

How long does it take?

Processing commonly takes about six to twelve months, but timelines vary.

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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