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How to Register a Business in Egypt from Outside the Country
Living abroad and want to start a business in Egypt? Learn how to register a commercial entity from outside Egypt, what documents are required, and how translation helps.
How to Register a Commercial Business in Egypt from Abroad
If you’re an expat, investor, or Egyptian living abroad, registering a business in Egypt is a promising step toward entering the local market. But it can feel complex when you’re not physically in the country.
This guide simplifies the process and shows how certified translation plays a vital role.
Types of Companies You Can Register
In Egypt, the most common business types are:
- Sole Proprietorship.
- Limited Liability Company.
- Joint Stock Company.
- Branch of a Foreign Company.
Each has different capital, partner, and documentation requirements.
Documents Required to Register a Business Remotely
| Document | Description | Translation Required? |
| Passport copy | For each shareholder or partner | Yes (to Arabic) |
| Power of Attorney | Authorizes someone to act in Egypt on your behalf | Yes (to Arabic) |
| Lease Contract or HQ Address | Needed for tax and registration | If issued abroad |
| Bank Statement | Proof of capital (for some entities) | Yes |
| Parent Company Docs | If registering a branch | Yes (entire bundle) |
| Commercial Name Proposal | At least 3 name options | No |
If any of these documents are in a foreign language, they must be translated to Arabic and certified before submission.
Step-by-Step Guide for Business Registration from Abroad
- Assign a local legal representative or lawyer in Egypt.
- Prepare the required documents (get them translated + certified).
- Submit documents to the General Authority for Investment (GAFI).
- Get commercial registration and tax card.
- Open a bank account in Egypt under the company’s name.
- Register for VAT if applicable.
How COT Translation Services Supports You
At COT, we help foreign investors and expats:
Translate and certify all business documents.
Provide formatting suitable for GAFI, courts, embassies, and tax authorities.
Ensure language compliance for power of attorney and shareholder documents.
Offer fast delivery and consultation from anywhere in the world.
Experience with clients from Canada, Italy, UAE, Germany, France, and Latin America.
FAQs
Can I register a company in Egypt without visiting?
Yes, if you authorize someone via a Power of Attorney. We’ll help translate and format it correctly.
Will my documents be accepted by GAFI?
If they are certified and translated into Arabic, yes. We follow official standards.
How long does the process take?
It varies based on your business type. With proper documents, registration can take 1–3 weeks.
Ready to Set Up Your Business in Egypt?
Send us your documents and we’ll translate, certify, and support your journey into the Egyptian market.
Call Us or Send the document via WhatsApp
Visit: www.cottranslation.com
Branches: Downtown – Maadi – Mohandessin
COT – Language Partner for Global Entrepreneurs in Egypt.
