Foreign Nationals

We handle residence permits for foreign nationals in Egypt — first issue and renewal — from choosing the right type of residence to collecting it, avoiding rejected or delayed applications and late-filing fines.

Types of residence

• Work — for people employed in Egypt.
• Tourist — for a temporary stay for tourism.
• Study — for students in Egypt.
• Investment — for investors who set up or run a business in Egypt.
• Family — for those married to an Egyptian or with Egyptian children.

What the service covers

• An initial consultation to identify the residence type, the documents required, the expected timeline and the fees.
• Preparing the documents and making sure they are properly authenticated, such as a housing contract registered at the notary (Shahr El-Akary).
• Following the application at the Passports, Immigration and Nationality Administration on the client's behalf.
• Reminders before renewal dates, and filing on time.
• Helping non-Arabic speakers complete forms and deal with the procedure.

Typical documents

• A valid passport and recent personal photographs.
• The current residence permit, for a renewal.
• A lease or title deed for the residence, registered at the notary.
• A document showing the reason for residence: the employment contract, proof of financial means for work or investment, or the marriage certificate for family residence.
• A medical certificate, for some residence types.

The documents vary with the type of residence; we confirm them for each case at the initial consultation.