# Egypt Source: https://www.savoryandpartners.com/programs/citizenship-by-investment/egypt · Updated: 2026-10-09 Obtain Egypt Citizenship by Investment. Contact Savory & Partners Experts to learn more about the Egypt Citizenship by Investment program. ## Egypt Citizenship by Investment Requirements The Egyptian Citizenship by Investment program is ideal for HNWIs looking to benefit from Egypt’s strategic location and its developing economy. This program not only improves global mobility but also provides opportunities in one of the Middle East’s growing markets. ## Main Applicant Requirements - 18+ years of age - Good health - No criminal record - Successfully pass due diligence checks - Receive approval by the Government - Proof of legal source of funds - Medical examination is required ## Eligible Dependents - Minor children of the main applicant, subject to the applicable nationality rules. - Spouse: not automatically included; a separate nationality acquisition process applies. ## Egypt Citizenship by Investment Benefits ## Privileged US E-2 Visa Opportunity Egyptian Citizenship by Investment helps HNWIs benefit from the US E-2 Treaty Investor Visa, allowing Egyptians to start businesses in the United States. ## Guaranteed by law The program is based on the law & is guaranteed by the government. ## Clear Process Expected timeframe of approximately 6-12 months to citizenship. ## Visa-Free Travel Visa-free and visa-on-arrival travel to over 50 countries and territories including Hong Kong, Indonesia, Jordan, and the Maldives. ## Business Opportunities You will be able to expand your business opportunities across one of the most dynamic economies in the MENA region. ## Dual Citizenship permitted Egypt permits dual citizenship. Applicants should also confirm the rules of their existing nationality. ## Legal Basis Egypt’s citizenship by investment framework is governed by Law No. 140 of 2019, Prime Ministerial Decree No. 3099 of 2019 and subsequent amendments, including Decrees No. 876 and No. 3562 of 2023. The programme provides qualifying routes through real estate, an investment project, a bank deposit or a non-refundable contribution to the state treasury. ## Costs of Egypt Citizenship by Investment To qualify for citizenship, applicants must choose one of the following investment options: ## 1) Donation A non-refundable contribution of USD 250,000 to the state’s public treasury. | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Donation | USD 250,000 | ## 2) Real estate investment Purchase qualifying real estate worth at least USD 300,000 using funds transferred from abroad. If the property is disposed of within five years of acquisition, a non-refundable USD 250,000 payment to the state treasury is required to retain citizenship. | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Minimum Investment | USD 300,000 | ## 3) Business investment Invest at least USD 350,000 in a new or existing investment project and make a non-refundable USD 100,000 contribution to the state treasury. | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Total Minimum Requirement | USD 450,000 | ## 4) Bank deposit A transfer of USD 500,000, refundable in the local currency after three years, without interest through an official Egyptian government bank. | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Bank deposit | USD 500,000 | ## Government Fees Regardless of the investment option, applicants must pay USD 10,000 as government fees per application. | Item | Amount | | --- | --- | | Government Fees | USD 10,000 | ## Application Process For Egypt Citizenship by Investment The expected timeframe for the application process is 6-12 months. The first stage of the document collection can differ in length depending on the applicant’s ability to gather the documents. Our team guides this process with samples and best practice advice. The reviewal stage is subject to the respective government schedule and can be impacted by factors which we, as authorised agents have no control over. Savory and Partners collaborates with the government throughout the entire process, and we aim to provide the quickest and smoothest experience for the applicant. 1. Savory & Partners will pre-screen your passport copy for government pre-approval. The response is in 24-48 hours. A down payment of the professional fees is required to open your application. 2. After you are fully onboarded with Savory and Partners, our professional team will assist and advise you with the collection of the documents required and send it to Egypt’s Citizenship by Investment Unit on your behalf. You will be required to pay USD 10,000 government fees from a foreign account. 3. The government of Egypt will process your application and perform due diligence checks, which includes checking for criminal records and assessing your source of funds. A complete application typically undergoes preliminary review within approximately 3-6 months. 4. Following approval in principle, the applicant may receive temporary residence for six months to complete the qualifying investment and provide proof of fulfilment. Citizenship is granted only after the programme requirements are completed. 5. You will be required to make the investment and submit documents confirming the investment transfer to the government. 6. Your certificate of naturalisation is issued and signed by the Egyptian Prime Minister. 7. After the citizenship certificate is issued, you can now apply for your Egyptian passport. ## Application Process 6-12 months ## Visa-free countries with Egypt Citizenship Visa-free destinations: The Egyptian passport allows for visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 50+ countries. ### Visa-free access (24 countries & terrtiories) - Barbados - Benin - Cook Islands - Dominica - Gambia - Guinea - Haiti - Hong Kong - Iran - Jordan - Kenya - Kiribati - Macau - Malaysia - Mauritius - Micronesia - Niue - Palestine - Pitcairn Islands - Rwanda - Saint Kitts and Nevis - Saint Vincent and the Grenadines - Samoa - South Sudan ### Visa-on-arrival (30 countries & territories) - Bahrain - Bolivia - Burkina Faso - Burundi - Cambodia - Cape Verde - Comoros - Ghana - Guinea-Bissau - Indonesia - Laos - Lebanon - Madagascar - Maldives - Marshall Islands - Mozambique - Nepal - Nicaragua - Palau - Senegal - Somalia - Somaliland - Sri Lanka - Sudan - Tajikistan - Tanzania - Timor-Leste - Tuvalu - Yemen - Zimbabwe ### eVisa access (53 countries & territories) - Albania - Angola - Antigua and Barbuda - Armenia - Bahamas - Bhutan - Botswana - Cameroon - Chad - Colombia - Côte d'Ivoire - Cuba - Democratic Republic of the Congo - Djibouti - El Salvador - Equatorial Guinea - Ethiopia - Fiji - Gabon - Georgia - Guyana - Iraq - Kazakhstan - Kyrgyzstan - Lesotho - Liberia - Libya - Malawi - Mauritania - Montserrat - Myanmar - Namibia - Nigeria - Pakistan - Papua New Guinea - Philippines - Qatar - São Tomé and Príncipe - Saint Helena - Serbia - Seychelles - Singapore - South Africa - Suriname - Syria - Thailand - Togo - Trinidad and Tobago - Uganda - United Arab Emirates - Uzbekistan - Vanuatu - Vietnam - Zambia ### Visa required (122 countries and territories) - Abkhazia - Afghanistan - Algeria - American Samoa - Andorra - Anguilla - Argentina - Aruba - Australia - Austria - Azerbaijan - Bangladesh - Belarus - Belgium - Belize - Bermuda - Bosnia and Herzegovina - Brazil - British Virgin Islands - Brunei - Bulgaria - Canada - Cayman Islands - Central African Republic - Chile - China - Costa Rica - Croatia - Curaçao - Cyprus - Czech Republic - Denmark - Dominican Republic - Ecuador - Eritrea - Estonia - Eswatini - Falkland Islands - Faroe Islands - Finland - France - French Guiana - French Polynesia - French West Indies - Germany - Gibraltar - Greece - Greenland - Grenada - Guam - Guatemala - Honduras - Hungary - Iceland - India - Ireland - Israel - Italy - Jamaica - Japan - Kosovo - Kuwait - Latvia - Liechtenstein - Lithuania - Luxembourg - Mali - Malta - Mayotte - Mexico - Moldova - Monaco - Mongolia - Montenegro - Morocco - Nauru - Netherlands - New Caledonia - New Zealand - Niger - North Korea - North Macedonia - Northern Mariana Islands - Norway - Oman - Panama - Paraguay - Peru - Poland - Portugal - Puerto Rico - Republic of the Congo - Réunion - Romania - Russia - Saint Lucia - Saint Pierre and Miquelon - San Marino - Saudi Arabia - Sint Maarten - Slovakia - Slovenia - Solomon Islands - South Korea - Spain - Sweden - Switzerland - Taiwan - Tokelau - Tonga - Tunisia - Türkiye - Turkmenistan - Turks and Caicos Islands - Ukraine - United Kingdom - United States - Uruguay - U.S. Virgin Islands - Vatican City - Venezuela - Wallis and Futuna ## Client Success Stories ### Global Mobility For Career Growth **The Challenge** A senior VP in petroleum engineering from Syria faced a growing crisis. His job demands frequent travel to the EU, but as a Syrian passport holder, he and his wife were constantly dealing with delays, visa issues, and travel restrictions. Every trip felt like a hurdle, and these travel setbacks were starting to threaten his career and time with family. **Our Solution** Considering the frustrating visa application process, unpredictability of approvals, unavailable appointments, visa validity and his need for frequent travel, we knew he needed a quick and efficient solution—one that would give him the freedom to travel and secure his family’s future. Here’s how we made it happen: **Second Citizenship for Enhanced Freedom** We helped him and his wife secure second citizenship from the Commonwealth of Dominica. This meant visa-free access to 140 countries, including the Schengen zone. Suddenly, the hassle of visas and delays was gone. **The Result** Our client is now fully mobile, traveling freely across Europe for work and personal ventures. With a second passport in hand, he’s secured a bright future—not just for himself, but for his family too. No more travel restrictions, no more stress—just endless possibilities. _Why Choose Dominica Citizenship?_ The Commonwealth of Dominica offers a straightforward route to enhancing global mobility, especially for professionals facing travel barriers. Here’s what it offers: - Visa-free access to 140 countries - Fast processing with options to include family members - Ideal for professionals needing unrestricted travel for work and personal growth ## Download brochure - Length: 4 pages - Language: English & Arabic - size: 1 mb **Content** - Egypt Country profile - Benefits of the program - Investment requirements - Investment process ## About Egypt - CAPITAL: Cairo - TOTAL AREA: 1,010,408 km² - POPULATION: 107.7 million - LANGUAGE(S): Arabic - CURRENCY: Egyptian Pound (EGP) - EXCHANGE RATE: 1 USD = EGP 48.48 - GDP – PER CAPITA (2022): USD 4,295.41 - GDP – TOTAL (2022): USD 476.7 billion ### About Egypt Egypt, located in the northeastern corner of Africa, holds a significant place in the world both geographically and historically. Its heartland, the fertile Nile River valley and delta, has been a cradle of civilisation for millennia, supporting the rise of one of the most influential societies of the ancient world. The ancient Egyptian civilization is renowned for its monumental achievements in architecture, art, and governance. Iconic landmarks such as the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, and the temples of Luxor and Karnak continue to captivate visitors with their grandeur and historical importance. In addition to its ancient heritage, Egypt today stands as one of Africa’s most industrialised nations. The economy is supported by a diverse range of sectors, with oil and gas exports playing a vital role, particularly through the Suez Canal—a strategic waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, facilitating global trade. Tourism, driven by Egypt’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, remains a cornerstone of the economy, drawing millions of visitors annually to its historical sites, as well as to the Red Sea resorts like Sharm El-Sheikh and Hurghada. Egypt’s economic structure is increasingly dominated by its service sector, which accounts for around half of the nation's GDP. The country has made strides in developing industries such as telecommunications, financial services, and transportation. Moreover, the Egyptian government continues to pursue economic reforms to boost foreign investment, infrastructure development, and technological innovation, all of which are key drivers for the nation’s long-term growth. ### Where is Egypt? Egypt is located in the northeastern corner of Africa, with a small portion of its territory, the Sinai Peninsula, extending into Asia. Egypt's strategic location connects Africa and the Middle East, making it historically and geopolitically significant.