Retiring in Egypt: the visa situation
As of our last check, Egypt does not offer a dedicated retirement or passive-income visa. Retirees who settle there typically use other residence routes, so plan on more paperwork than in countries with a purpose-built visa.
Older foreigners or those with stable foreign income can obtain renewable residence permits, generally requiring proof of income, a deposit, or property ownership; permits may be issued for 1, 3, or 5 years depending on the property/investment value. Requirements are subject to administrative change - verify latest official rules before applying.
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No dedicated retirement visa; retirees use renewable residence permits tied to property ownership, proof of income, or a bank deposit.
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Older foreigners or those with stable foreign income can obtain renewable residence permits, generally requiring proof of income, a deposit, or property ownership; permits may be issued for 1, 3, or 5 years depending on the property/investment value. Requirements are subject to administrative change - verify latest official rules before applying.
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Visa rules, income thresholds and processing practice change, sometimes with little notice. This page reflects what we could verify on the dates shown, nothing more. Always confirm the current requirements with the official immigration authority or a licensed immigration adviser before making plans, and treat the linked source as the authority, not us.
See how Egypt scores overall
The visa is one of six axes. RetireScore 56/100, ranked 52 of 55 countries on the default weights.