Egypt is a sovereign state in northeast Africa that includes the Sinai Peninsula, forming a bridge to Asia. Famous for its ancient civilization and pyramids, Egypt is the most populous country and a significant political and cultural nation in the Middle East. The country is strategically located and borders the Mediterranean and Red seas and controls the Suez Canal, making it one of the most important seaports in the world. The Egypt Citizenship by Investment Program allows investors ease of travel in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Egypt boasts the second-largest market on the continent.
EGYPT
((Citizenship by Investment Program ))
VISA FREE DESTINATIONS:
55
PASSPORT INDEX RANK:
87th
OVERVIEW:
PROCEDURE:
Applicants must be in good health and have a clear police record. All investments must be in US dollars and transferred from abroad. Donations and bank deposits must be made into a special account of the Citizenship by Investment Unit at the Central Bank of Egypt Treasury.
MINIMUM CAPITAL REQUIREMENT:
Minimum contribution of USD 250,000
MAIN APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:
Choose one of the following investment options:
Donation
- A non-refundable contribution of USD 250,000 to the state’s public treasury.
Real estate investment. - An investment of USD 300,000 in real estate from government-owned projects. One or more properties or land may be acquired, and projects may be under construction or already completed. After five years, investors may sell the property
Business investment. - An investment of USD 350,000 in a new or existing local business and USD 100,000 donated to the state’s treasury. The project must be maintained for at least five years
Bank deposit. - A transfer of USD 500,000, refundable in the local currency after three years, without interest.
PROCESSING TIME:
9-12 Months
KEY BENEFITS:
- The only citizenship by investment country with visa-on-arrival access to Nigeria, one of the top 5 wealthiest economies in Africa
- Strategic geographical position between Africa, Europe, and the Middle East
- A member of the African Continental Free Trade Area and the World Trade Organization
- A transport hub with links to markets in Africa, Europe, the Indian subcontinent, and the Middle East
- Eligibility for an E-2 Investor Visa in the USA, allowing citizens to be eligible to apply for a non-immigrant visa
