Company formation fees in Egypt are government fees calculated on issued and paid-up capital. They differ by company type. For an LLC with EGP 50,000 in fully paid capital, the estimated government fees under Law No. 159 of 1981 are EGP 2,058. The VIP track adds EGP 11,000.
Figures are estimates and change when the official schedules change. This page is general information, not legal advice for your case.
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Indicative estimate of government fees under the schedules we use. Not a quotation or legal advice. Excludes lawyers’ fees, certified translation and foreign legalisation. Tax card and insurance number carry no fee.
What the fees cover
The figures below are government fees only. They do not include legal fees, certified translation, foreign-document legalisation, or the capital itself.
Fee schedule under Law No. 159 of 1981: one-person, LLC and joint stock companies
The schedule below applies to companies not governed by the Investment Law. Companies governed by the Investment Law (No. 72 of 2017) can be calculated with the calculator above.
| Item | Authority | How it is calculated | Min (EGP) | Max (EGP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incorporation fee (includes martyr’s stamp) | General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) | 0.1% of issued capital + EGP 5 | 105 | 1,005 |
| Certified copy of contract and articles (optional) | GAFI | EGP 610 per copy | – | – |
| Bar Association certification of the contract signature | Egyptian Bar Association | 1% of issued capital + EGP 50 | 300 | 25,050 |
| Contract notarisation | Real Estate Registration and Notarisation Authority | 0.25% of issued capital + EGP 10 | 10 | 1,000 |
| Chamber of Commerce subscription and certificate | General Federation of Chambers of Commerce | 0.2% of paid-up capital + EGP 205 | 229 | 2,205 |
| Commercial register entry | Internal Trade Development Authority | EGP 115 (EGP 5 statutory + EGP 110 revenue) | – | – |
| Trade name non-confusion certificate | Internal Trade Development Authority | EGP 112.7 | – | – |
| Commercial Professions Syndicate | Commercial Professions Syndicate | EGP 125 if capital is below EGP 500,000; EGP 250 if it is EGP 500,000 or more | – | – |
| Tax card and social insurance number | Tax Authority / Social Insurance Authority | No fee | – | – |
Extra items for joint stock companies
| Item | Authority | How it is calculated | Min (EGP) | Max (EGP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approval of share issuance | Financial Regulatory Authority | 0.05% of issued capital + EGP 5 | 130 | 10,005 |
| IFC coding | Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry | 0.1% of issued capital | 250 | 50,000 |
| Central registry | Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry | 0.05% of issued capital | 125 | 10,000 |
| Capital companies service fee | GAFI | 0.1% of issued capital + EGP 5 | 1,005 | 10,005 |
| Capital market certificate | GAFI | EGP 105 | – | – |
The minimum issued capital of a joint stock company is EGP 250,000, with at least 10% paid on formation.
Items that depend on the activity
- Industrial activity: an initial membership and certificate fee of EGP 2,508 at the Federation of Egyptian Industries.
- Real estate marketing, brokerage, or advertising: a broker register certificate of EGP 2,835 from the General Organisation for Export and Import Control.
The VIP track
The VIP track is a paid service added to the standard fees. It costs EGP 11,000, fixed for all company types, and takes from one to three working days. It suits an investor who needs speed and accepts the extra cost. An investor who is not in a hurry reaches the same legal result through the standard track without this amount.
FAQ
How much does it cost to form an LLC in Egypt?
The estimated government fees are EGP 2,058 for an LLC with EGP 50,000 in fully paid capital, and EGP 5,102 for EGP 250,000, under Law No. 159 of 1981. A joint stock company with EGP 250,000 issued and EGP 25,000 paid costs about EGP 6,267. Fees rise with capital.
How much is the VIP track and how long does it take?
EGP 11,000, added to the standard fees and fixed for all company types. The procedure takes from one to three working days.
Do these figures include legal fees?
No. They are government fees only.
Do the fees change?
Yes, when the official schedules change. Contact us to confirm the current figure for your case.
Can the fees be estimated before starting?
Yes. Use the calculator above for an instant estimate. We confirm the final figure by company type, capital and activity during the consultation.
To form the company with a lawyer from start to registration, see our company formation lawyer service in Egypt.
This article is general information, not legal advice.
