Egypt offers CBI through real estate or treasury deposits, providing an affordable entry point into African citizenship with strategic positioning near Europe and the Middle East.
Affordable entry: Starting at $250,000 for property investment
Refundable option: Treasury deposit route returned after 5 years
Strategic location: Gateway between Africa, Middle East, and Europe
No residency required: Full citizenship without living there
Family inclusion: Spouse and children included
Passport: 53+ visa-free countries
This program is ideal for individuals seeking African citizenship with capital preservation options. It’s particularly suited for:
Real estate investors seeking property in Egypt’s growing market.
Capital preservers who prefer the refundable treasury deposit option.
Business owners needing a base for Africa and Middle East operations.
Budget-conscious applicants seeking affordable CBI options.
The Egypt Citizenship by Investment program follows a structured application process:
Engage with an authorized agent to understand program requirements and select your investment option.
Choose between real estate investment, treasury deposit, or business investment.
Submit the complete application package through authorized channels.
The government conducts due diligence and background checks.
Upon preliminary approval, execute your chosen investment.
Once investment is verified, citizenship is granted and passport issued.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have no criminal record.
Must make qualifying investment.
Must pass due diligence checks.
Completed application forms.
Certified copies of birth certificates and passports.
Proof of address and source of funds.
Police clearance certificates.
Medical certificates.
Passport-sized photographs.
Real Estate: Minimum $250,000 USD in government-approved property.
Treasury Deposit: $250,000 USD refundable after 5 years.
Company Establishment: $350,000 USD business creating jobs.
Donation: $250,000 USD non-refundable to government.
Administrative fees: Varies by investment type.
Legal fees: Approximately $5,000-10,000 USD.
Comprehensive Consultation: Detailed assessment of your eligibility and program suitability.
Investment Guidance: Assistance selecting the best investment option for your situation.
Document Preparation: Expert assistance in gathering and certifying all necessary documents.
Application Management: Submission through authorized channels.
Due Diligence Facilitation: Guidance through background check process.
Post-Approval Support: Ensuring smooth citizenship and passport processing.
| Stage | Duration |
|---|---|
| Document preparation | 2-4 weeks |
| Application and due diligence | 3-6 months |
| Investment execution | 2-4 weeks |
| Citizenship and passport | 4-8 weeks |
| Total | 6-12 months |
Refundable option: Treasury deposit returned after 5 years with no interest.
No US E-2: Egypt does NOT have an E-2 treaty with the United States.
Limited visa-free access: 53 countries, primarily Africa and some Middle East.
Dual citizenship: Permitted.
