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Tax & VAT
Taxes in Egypt: filing, rates, obligations.
10DAYS
VAT return filing deadline after month-end
22.5%
Standard VAT rate on taxable supplies
22%
Top personal income tax bracket rate
3YEARS
Tax record retention period for audit
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I need to understand VAT filing and penalties
Learn about VAT return deadlines in Egypt, consequences of late filing, and how to stay compliant with tax authorities to avoid penalties and fines.
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I'm confused about income tax on my salary
Understand how Egyptian employers withhold income tax from salaries, what rates apply, and how the withholding system works for employees.
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I'm an expat and want to know my tax status
Discover tax exemptions and special deductions available to foreign nationals working in Egypt, and how your residency affects your tax obligations.
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Does Egypt Withhold Income Tax From Salary?
Egyptian employers are legally required to withhold and remit income tax from employee salaries under Article 14, though the obligation shifts to the employee if the employer is a non-resident.
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What happens if I don't file my VAT return on time in Egypt?
Missing a VAT filing deadline in Egypt allows the ETA to assess tax independently under Article 14, with a three-year window for amendments under Article 15.
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What tax exemptions do expats get in Egypt?
Resident expats in Egypt can claim a 4,000 EGP personal exemption and social insurance deductions under Article 13, plus pensions are fully exempt under Article 12.
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Do I Pay Egyptian Income Tax on Freelance Work?
Freelance and business income earned in Egypt is taxable under Articles 6 and 19, and expats with a permanent establishment or Egyptian-source service income must register and pay Egyptian income tax.