Investor Residence (GAFI) for Company Founders/Shareholders (إقامة مستثمر)
Investor Residence (GAFI) for Company Founders/Shareholders is a residence route in Egypt (Entrepreneur). Founder/shareholder of an operating company registered with GAFI (Investment Law 72/2017). 1 yr initially, then renewals up to 5 yrs if project is active. Permits per company scored by capital/sector; ~USD 35k cited. Fees ≈EGP 5,200 + EGP 1,000/yr.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 28'000. Spouse and children can usually be included. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Company tax 22.5%; dividends 10% WHT; personal tax up to 27.5% on Egyptian income.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investment | CHF 28'000 |
| Fees (family) | CHF 310 + CHF 50 / yr |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | ownBusiness |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Company tax 22.5%; dividends 10% WHT; personal tax up to 27.5% on Egyptian income. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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