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Residency that starts with your company structure
Investor residency is tied to an existing or planned investment activity in Egypt and is usually processed through the services of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI). The file therefore starts with the company itself, not with the residency application alone.
• When does this route fit?
- Investors or partners in an existing Egyptian company.
- Those planning to set up a company in Egypt and seeking residency on that basis.
- Investors arranging residency for family members linked to their file.
- Investors with existing residency who need to renew it or change its basis.
• What our support covers
How we handle the file
- Reviewing the company and whether it can support a residency application.
- Aligning company formation or amendments with the residency file.
- Preparing and reviewing documents before filing.
- Following up on the application and related approvals.
- Tracking ongoing obligations that affect renewal.
• Documents
Documents usually requested
- A valid passport and an appropriate entry visa.
- Core company documents, such as the commercial register and tax card.
- Proof of investor or partner status.
- Proof of address in Egypt.
Required documents vary by case, by the competent authority and by the time of filing. We confirm the final list after reviewing your case.
• Common pitfalls
What can delay an application?
Setting up a company without first confirming it can support residency.
Neglecting the company’s tax and administrative obligations after formation, which may affect renewal.
Filing documents with inconsistent details.
Starting the renewal too close to the expiry date.
• FAQ
Questions we often hear on this route
Can a foreign investor obtain residency in Egypt?
Yes. GAFI states that non-Egyptian investors are granted residency for the duration of the project, subject to the applicable laws. Detailed requirements depend on each case.
Can residency extend to family members?
It may extend to certain family members under the applicable rules. We review this as part of the file.
Is setting up a company enough to obtain residency?
No. Formation is a first step. Approval and continuity depend on further approvals, requirements and ongoing obligations after formation.
• Related routes
Your file may also involve
• Your next step
Planning investor residency?
Answer a few short questions about your situation. Our team reviews your request and contacts you about the next step.
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