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Dealing with the Egyptian Tax Authority: A Guide for New Businesses
Learn how to register with the Egyptian Tax Authority, obtain a tax card, and submit translated documents when launching your company in Egypt as a foreigner or expat.
How to Deal with the Egyptian Tax Authority When Starting a Business
Starting a business in Egypt means interacting with the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA)—an essential step to operate legally and issue invoices.
This guide explains what expats, foreigners, and remote investors need to know to comply with tax regulations and how certified translations can make the process smoother.
What Is the Egyptian Tax Authority?
The ETA is the government body responsible for:
Tax registration.
Issuing tax cards.
Monitoring VAT and income taxes.
Enforcing tax law compliance.
Whether you’re opening an LLC, sole proprietorship, or branch, you must register with ETA within 30 days of incorporation.
Required Steps for Tax Registration
Here’s how to get your company legally tax-compliant:
1. Obtain a Commercial Registration Certificate
Issued by GAFI or the Commercial Registry after setting up your business.
2. Secure a Lease or Ownership Contract for Business Premises
The tax office requires proof of location.
3. Visit the Local Tax Office
Submit a registration application in person or through your legal representative.
4. Provide Required Documents, such as:
Commercial Registration.
National ID/Passport of the owner(s).
Power of Attorney (if applying via agent).
Rental contract.
Bank account certificate.
Company stamp.
All foreign-language documents must be certified and translated into Arabic.
5. Receive Your Tax Card
It includes your Tax Registration Number, which is mandatory for invoices, contracts, and legal operations.
What About VAT Registration?
If your annual revenue exceeds the threshold (EGP 500,000+), you must also register for Value-Added Tax (VAT).
We assist in translating the necessary financial documents and VAT applications into Arabic.
Tips for Dealing with the Tax Authority as a Foreigner
Always translate foreign documents (bank letters, company registration) into Arabic.
Assign a trusted legal or financial representative in Egypt.
Keep records of all business transactions and contracts.
Use professional help for tax planning and monthly filings.
How COT Translation Services Helps
At COT, we:
Translate and certify all required tax-related documents.
Format your documents in Arabic for submission to ETA.
Work with legal and accounting professionals to match current requirements.
Serve business owners from Italy, Canada, the Gulf, France, the UK, and more.
FAQs
Can I register for taxes from abroad?
Yes, through a legal representative with a notarized and translated Power of Attorney.
Does the Tax Authority accept English documents?
No. All documents must be submitted in Arabic, with certified translation.
How long does the process take?
Tax registration typically takes 1–2 weeks if documents are ready and complete.
Need Help with Tax-Related Translations in Egypt?
Let us help you translate, certify, and organize your business paperwork for tax compliance.
Call Us or Send the document via WhatsApp
Visit: www.cottranslation.com
Branches: Maadi – Downtown – Mohandessin
COT – Certified Translations to Help You Do Business Right in Egypt.
