Work Residence Permit (إقامة عمل)
Work Residence Permit is a residence route in Egypt (Employment). Work permit from Ministry of Labour sponsored by Egyptian employer or registered foreign branch; foreign staff generally capped at 10% (1:9 ratio); security clearance, HIV test. Renewed yearly; changing jobs restarts process. Gov fees ~EGP 4,000/person.
Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Employment income taxed progressively up to 27.5%.
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 | Employment |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 200 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | 10 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Employment income taxed progressively up to 27.5%. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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