🇪🇬 Egypt Relocation Data 2026
Key statistics for expats and relocators
Data updated · Region: Africa · Free with attribution (CC BY 4.0)
Overall Score
27/100
Global Rank
#84/95
Est. Monthly Cost
$700
Dimension Breakdown
Confidence: 84%. Scores weighted using default quality-of-life profile. Source: WhereNext Global Relocation Index, compiled from institutional datasets (World Bank, WHO, GPI, OECD, EF EPI).
Cost of Living Breakdown
| Category | Affordability Index | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Groceries | 68/100 | Moderate |
| Rent | 93/100 | Affordable |
| Property Purchase | 93/100 | Affordable |
| Utilities | 93/100 | Affordable |
| Transport | 75/100 | Affordable |
| Overall (composite) | 19 | higher = more expensive |
Sub-indexes: higher = more affordable. Overall index: higher = more expensive. Estimated solo monthly cost: $700 USD (calibrated so US index 82 = ~$3,000/mo).
Top Cities in Egypt
| City | Est. Monthly Cost | Cost Index | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | $700 | 19 | 53 |
| Giza | $700 | 19 | 53 |
| Sharm El Sheikh | $700 | 19 | 53 |
| Cairo | $800 | 22 | 45 |
Tax Overview
| Tax Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Top Income Tax Rate | 27.5% |
| VAT / GST | 14% |
| Corporate Tax | 22.5% |
| Effective Rate at $60K | 26.1% |
Cairo non-UHI employment reference: Law 7/2024 selects one of six salary schedules after the EGP 20,000 exemption and Law 148 employee contributions. Universal Health Insurance is not modelled.
Effective Tax by Income Tier (Salary)
| Gross Income (USD) | Effective Rate | Monthly Take-Home |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | 27% | $3,053 |
| $100,000 | 27% | $6,074 |
| $200,000 | 27% | $12,115 |
Estimated for a single-filer resident on salary income. Includes income tax + social contributions. Actual liability varies by residency status, treaties, and deductions. Sources: OECD Tax Database, Deloitte Tax Guides.
Visa Access by Passport
| Passport | Access Level | Max Stay (days) | Work Allowed | Nomad Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | e-Visa | 30 | No | No |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | e-Visa | 30 | No | No |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | e-Visa | 30 | No | No |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | e-Visa | 30 | No | No |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | e-Visa | 30 | No | No |
Visa data for tourist/short-stay access. Work permits and long-term residency require separate applications. Source: WhereNext visa requirements database (73 passports mapped).
Key Facts
| Capital | Cairo |
| Population | 104 Million |
| Currency | Egyptian Pound (EGP) |
| Languages | Arabic |
| Region | North Africa |
| Timezone | EET (UTC+2) |
| English Proficiency | Low |
How to Cite
WhereNext. "Egypt Relocation Data 2026." WhereNext Open Data, 2026-04-12. https://getwherenext.com/data/country/eg. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.