Set up a Limited Liability Company in Egypt

Would you like to open a limited liability company in Egypt in 2026, and need to know the requirements? You may read this page and discover the key formalities and useful information. Our company formation agents in Egypt are at your disposal, providing guidance throughout all procedures.

Who can start an LLC in Egypt? Are there any nationality restrictions?

Any foreign entrepreneur can set up a limited liability company in Egypt, regardless of his/her nationality.

Is LLC a popular business structure in Egypt?

Yes, the majority of foreign and local investors choose to form a limited liability company to start their operations in Egypt. This is a popular business option due to a wide range of benefits.

Is an LLC 100% foreign owned?

Absolutely! There is no need for a local partner to register a limited liability company in Egypt.

What is the minimum share capital for an LLC in Egypt? There is no statutory minimum; a nominal amount of EGP 1,000 is commonly used.

Where do I register an LLC in Egypt?

At the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI).

How many shareholders can open an LLC in Egypt?

At least 2, and no more than 50.

Can local entities register an LLC in Egypt?

Yes.

What are the conditions to open an LLC in Egypt in 2026?

• reserve the name for your LLC by obtaining the “non-confusion certificate”,
• secure a registered business office in Egypt,
• provide to the local trade register the Articles of Association,
• file the Articles & Memorandum of Association,
• appoint an auditor and an authorized legal consultant,
• offer complete information about the shareholders (name, address, nationality);
• notarize the owner’s signatures;
• name the board of managers;
• apply for tax purposes, etc.

NOTE! Documents must be notarized before submission to GAFI.

In what sectors can I open an LLC in Egypt?

In most sectors (services, manufacturing, trading, etc.), when operating in the banking and insurance sectors, one might need a different type of business structure in Egypt.

Who oversees the LLCs in Egypt?

GAFI.

Can a limited liability company in Egypt have a foreign manager?

Absolutely!

What do you need to know when opening an LLC in Egypt in 2026?

• 100% ownership is allowed in most sectors of interest.
• an LLC can also be established by a single individual. It will have “One-Person Company” status or “single-shareholder LLC” status, with a minimum share capital of EGP 50,000.
• EGP 2 million (EGP 5 million for JSCs) is the minimum paid-up capital for entry in the Importers Register for LLCsoperating in the trading sector in Egypt.
• limited liability companies with capital below EGP 250,000 are typically exempt from the mandatory 10% employee profit-sharing rule.

What is the time frame to open an LLC in Egypt?

A few days, depending on the documentation.

What are the benefits of LLCs in Egypt?

• great option for international investors,
• flexibility,
• fast incorporation,
• optimal for startups in Egypt,
• they have their own legal entity,
• can enter into contracts, etc.

What is the taxation of LLCs in Egypt in 2026?

• 22.5% CIT – Company Income Tax,
• 14% VAT – Value-Added Tax,
• 1%-20% WTH – Withholding Tax, etc.

NOTE! Company owners in Egypt can benefit from a deduction of 30%-50% of investment costs from taxable profits under the Investment Law's special incentives, depending on location and activity.

Please feel free to contact our team of experts in company formation in Egypt for information and support when registering an LLC.