Egypt Citizenship by Investment
Access to North Africa’s largest economy — and another route to the US E-2 visa.
Egypt’s programme offers citizenship of the most populous country in the Arab world and the largest economy in North Africa, at a threshold below the European routes and with E-2 eligibility for the United States. It appeals to applicants with commercial interests across the Middle East and Africa, and to those seeking a US business pathway at moderate cost.
The strategic case. Egypt combines a sizeable domestic market, regional commercial reach, and a relatively accessible investment threshold with E-2 eligibility. It is best understood as a commercial and access instrument rather than a mobility passport in the Caribbean sense.
Investment routes (indicative, 2026).
- Non-refundable contribution to the designated state account — from approximately USD 250,000.
- Real estate — a qualifying property purchase at a defined threshold.
- Bank deposit — a fixed-term deposit held for a defined period, then recoverable.
- Business investment — a qualifying enterprise contribution.
Timeline. Several months from a complete filing, depending on route.
Eligible dependants. Spouse and dependent children, subject to current rules.
Mobility. Moderate visa-free access; the principal value lies in commercial access and E-2 eligibility rather than broad mobility.
Tax. Egypt taxes residents on Egyptian-source and, in defined circumstances, worldwide income; the citizenship’s value is commercial, not fiscal.
Moore Law’s role. We verify the current route requirements directly, assess which option fits your objectives, and — where the United States is the goal — plan the E-2 application alongside.