Citizenship by Investment / Egypt / Route
Egypt · Investment route
A secure path to Egyptian citizenship via a government bank deposit.
Last updated: 2025-03-01
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The Bank Deposit Route allows investors to secure Egyptian citizenship by depositing USD 500,000 into an approved government bank for three years. This path is simple, secure, and suitable for investors seeking a low-maintenance route while including their spouse and children under 21.
What you getالمزايا
Secure Egypt citizenship through a government-approved bank deposit, with **guaranteed return of principal in local currency after 3 years, interest-free**.
Fast processing for Egypt Citizenship by Investment: typically 6–9 months.
Include spouse and children under 21 in a single application under Egypt CBI rules.
No residency requirement; obtain **lifetime Egyptian citizenship**.
Strategic pathway to Egypt for business, lifestyle, and investment opportunities, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 51 countries.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Bank deposit (principal applicant)
At approval/closing · Minimum deposit required for a single applicant. Additional contributions may apply for family inclusion.
Due diligence — principal applicant
At submission · Mandatory background and KYC checks for the main applicant.
Due diligence — spouse
At submission · Mandatory background and KYC checks for spouse.
Due diligence — dependent child (0–11)
At submission · No due diligence fee for children under 12.
Due diligence — dependent child (12–17)
At submission · Required for children aged 12–17.
Due diligence — dependent (18–30)
At submission · Required for adult children or dependents aged 18–30.
Due diligence — parent (55+)
At submission · Required for parents included in the application.
Government & due-diligence fees
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Be at least 18 years old with a clean criminal record.
Pass multi-layer due diligence screenings and provide legal source-of-funds documentation.
Be in good health, as confirmed by a medical examination.
Deposit the specified minimum amount into an approved Egyptian government bank under the Bank Deposit Route.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Incomplete, falsified, or non-apostilled documentation submitted with the application.
Failure to pass due diligence, background checks, or source-of-funds verification as required by Egypt CBI rules.
Deposits made through non-approved banking channels or non-governmental banks will disqualify the application.
The processكيف نعمل
Eligibility Check
XIPHIAS assesses candidate credentials to ensure eligibility.
Document Preparation
Compile and certify all required documentation.
Submit Application
Submit application and pay non-refundable fees to the Egyptian CBI Unit.
Due Diligence
Comprehensive background checks and remote interviews for all adult applicants.
Deposit Investment
Deposit USD 500,000 in an approved government bank; confirm transfer.
Citizenship Issuance
Upon approval, receive official Egyptian citizenship and passport.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity & Civil
- ✦Valid passport copies (≥ 12 months remaining)
- ✦Birth and marriage certificates (apostilled)
- ✦Proof of residential address (utility bills or bank statements)
Financial & Source of Funds
- ✦Bank statements covering the last 6–12 months
- ✦Proof of deposit transfer to an approved Egyptian government bank
- ✦Source-of-funds documents (salary slips, dividends, or sale proceeds)
Compliance
- ✦Police clearance certificates for all adult applicants
- ✦Medical examination form and basic laboratory results
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Risk notes
No interest accrues on the deposit; principal is returned after 3 years in local currency, per Egyptian CBI regulations.
Processing timelines may extend due to enhanced due diligence or verification requirements.
Compliance
Enhanced KYC (Know Your Customer) and source-of-funds checks are mandatory for all adult applicants.
A remote interview may be conducted for adult applicants to verify identity and eligibility.
Start the Egypt route.
A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.