A second passport with investments starting from $250,000 through a government contribution, real estate purchase, or business investment.
Egypt offers foreign investors an opportunity to obtain citizenship through its government investment program.
The program may appeal to entrepreneurs, property investors, and families seeking a second citizenship and the opportunity to establish a long-term presence in another country.
Benefits of Egyptian Citizenship
Multiple investment options. Applicants can choose between a government contribution, real estate investment, business investment, or bank deposit.
The right to live and conduct business in Egypt. Once citizenship is granted, investors acquire the rights available to Egyptian nationals under local law.
Family eligibility. The program allows certain close family members to obtain status. Different conditions apply to spouses and children.
Business opportunities. Egypt offers investment and special economic zones with specific regulatory and tax arrangements for qualifying businesses.
Investment Options
The program provides four main investment routes.
1. Non-Refundable Government Contribution — From $250,000
The applicant makes a non-refundable contribution to the Egyptian government.
2. Real Estate Investment — From $300,000
The investor purchases qualifying real estate. Specific conditions apply to the ownership and disposal of the property following citizenship acquisition.
3. Business Investment — From $450,000
This option requires at least $350,000 to be invested in a qualifying business project, together with a $100,000 non-refundable government contribution.
4. Bank Deposit — From $500,000
The investor places funds in an Egyptian bank for three years.
At the end of the holding period, the deposit is returned in Egyptian pounds without interest, subject to the applicable program conditions.
An additional government application fee of $10,000 and other documentation expenses apply.
Who Can Apply?
The principal applicant must be at least 18 years old, pass the required background checks, and complete the selected investment.
The program provides options for including spouses and children. However, citizenship eligibility and the timing of obtaining status differ depending on the family member's category.
These requirements should be reviewed before submitting an application.
How Long Does the Process Take?
The official processing guideline is approximately 6 to 12 months.
The main stages include:
Preliminary eligibility assessment.
Document preparation and legalization.
Application submission and payment of government fees.
Review by the relevant Egyptian authorities.
Completion of the investment requirement.
Final decision on citizenship.
Egyptian Citizenship with InvestEast
The most suitable investment option depends on your objectives, whether you are seeking a second passport, acquiring property, expanding business activities, or investing capital.
Contact InvestEast to discuss the available investment routes, compare program requirements, and learn about the citizenship application process for yourself and your family.