العربية• Factory Setup in Egypt
Land is the first step for a factory, and its obligations start on allocation
The Industrial Development Authority (IDA) allocates industrial land, and available plots and prices are listed on IDA’s digital industrial platform (madein.eg). Allocation comes with obligations, including a seriousness period, an implementation timetable and a financial guarantee. We handle the allocation application with you, review its terms, and monitor the obligations through to operations.
• What we review before we start
- The industrial activity and the land area it needs.
- The right zone: an IDA zone or one run by an industrial developer.
- The terms of the offering and the payment method.
- The implementation timetable required.
• What our support covers
How we work with you
- Applying for land allocation through IDA’s digital platform and following up.
- Reviewing allocation terms and contracts.
- Following up on the building permit and the implementation timetable.
- Assignment, subdivision and merger requests and related matters.
• Points to consider
After allocation
- The seriousness period for land is three years, after which a monthly penalty accrues.
- The financial guarantee is released in three stages: 25% on obtaining the building permit within 6 months, 50% on completing the foundations within 12 months, and 25% after the operating licence or permanent registration.
- Among the additional incentives that may be granted by Cabinet decree is a refund of half the land price if production starts within two years of handover.
The information on this page is based on the website of the Industrial Development Authority (IDA), and should be checked against the official texts and decrees in force before any decision is made.
• How we work
How we work on your land application
1. Defining your needs
We determine the activity, the area and the right zone, and review the plots on offer.
2. Applying for allocation
We prepare the application and its documents and follow it up with IDA through to the allocation decision.
3. Handover and construction
We follow up on the handover record, the building permit and compliance with the timetable.
4. Through to operations
We monitor the land obligations through to the operating licence and industrial registration.
• FAQs
Common questions about industrial land
Who allocates industrial land?
The Industrial Development Authority allocates industrial land, and available plots are listed on IDA’s digital industrial platform (madein.eg).
What is the seriousness period?
According to IDA, the seriousness period for land is three years, after which a monthly penalty accrues. Industrial units have six months to demonstrate seriousness.
Can industrial land be assigned?
Yes, subject to the conditions and documents set by IDA, including the handover record, the commercial register of both parties and the operating licence, permanent registration or the grace period granted.
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• Your next step
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