Egypt Egypt CBI — Direct Contribution — Citizenship Program
🏆 OVERVIEW
Country
🇪🇬 Egypt
Program
Egypt CBI — Direct Contribution
Type
Citizenship by Investment
Status
Active
Processing Time
180-365 days
Dual Citizenship
Allowed
Visa-Free Countries
50 destinations
Passport Rank
#78 (Henley Index)
Egyptian citizenship through a non-refundable $250,000 contribution to the state treasury. Fastest route. All investment funds must be transferred from abroad in USD.
💰 INVESTMENT OPTIONS
| Type | Tier | Min Amount | USD Equiv. | Hold | Returnable | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donation | Direct treasury contribution | USD 250,000 | $250,000 | — | No | Non-refundable contribution to the public treasury. Payable in installments over... |
| Real estate | Real estate purchase | USD 300,000 | $300,000 | 5yr | Yes | Housing, commercial, or land (state-owned only). 5-year holding period. |
| Business | Business investment + donation | USD 450,000 | $450,000 | — | Yes | Official Egyptian program site lists the investment project route at $450,000. S... |
| Bank deposit | Bank deposit | USD 500,000 | $500,000 | 3yr | Yes | Interest-free deposit in Central Bank. Refundable in EGP after 3 years. |
💵 FEES & COSTS
Government Fee
$10,000
📋 ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS
Min Age
18+
Police Clearance
Required
Medical Exam
Required
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY
Dependents
Allowed
Spouse
Included
Max Child Age
21
🛂 PASSPORT & MOBILITY
Passport Rank
#78 (Henley Index)
Visa-Free Access
50 countries
Passport Validity
7 years
EU Citizenship
No
Schengen Access
No
📍 PHYSICAL PRESENCE
Must Visit Country
Yes
📝 HOW TO APPLY
Method
In person
Apply from Abroad
Must apply in-country
Application Type
Open
Official Website
www.gafi.gov.eg
Legal Basis
Prime Ministerial Decree No. 873 of 2023, amending Egyptian Nationality Law
📌 NOTES & CAVEATS
Government fee: $10,000 (mandatory, paid before application). Contribution can be paid in installments over 1 year. Spouse receives passport after 2 years. Children under 21 included. Must apply in person in Cairo at GAFI.