Egypt Guide: Business

Our business guide provides you with information about company creation, self-employment, the prospects in the marketplace and some tips on how to avoid problems.

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  Introduction

  The business climate in Egypt

  The Egyptian economy has come a long way since socialism of the mid-20th century. Since the early 1980s, it has become increasingly easier for foreigners to invest in Egypt. As Egypt’s small to medium enterprise (SME) sector slowly develops, there will be even more opportunities for foreign business ventures.

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  Business culture

  Egyptian business etiquette

  Egyptian business culture places great emphasis on personal relationships. You will find building rapport and personal trust to be crucial elements of any Egyptian business venture.

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  Starting a business

  How to start your business in Egypt

  Generally, foreigners form their businesses under either Law of Commerce 17 (1999) or Companies Law No. 151 (1981).

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  Running your business

  Egyptian labour law

  Congratulations! You’ve established your business. Make sure to familiarize yourself with Egyptian labour law before you get yourself into trouble.

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  Taxes

  Egyptian business taxes

  Egyptian law imposes corporate taxes on all joint stock companies, limited liability companies, partnerships limited by shares, foreign companies and branches of foreign companies headquartered abroad.

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