Key facts at a glance
Currency
EGP
Employer cost
≈ 18.75%
Payroll cycle
Monthly
Probation
Up to 3 months
Notice period
2–3 months
Annual leave
21 days (rising with tenure)
Working hours
48 hours / week
Capital
Cairo
What employers should know
- New Labour Law reforms in progress
- Social insurance via NOSI
- Arabic contract version required
Contracts
Employment contracts in Egypt should set out salary, hours (48 hours / week), probation (Up to 3 months) and notice terms. We issue locally compliant contracts in days.
Payroll & taxes
Payroll typically runs monthly in EGP. Employer social contributions are around ≈ 18.75% of gross salary.
Leave & benefits
Employees are entitled to 21 days (rising with tenure) of annual leave plus public holidays. Competitive packages often add health cover and allowances.
Termination
Notice is 2–3 months. Terminations must follow local procedure — our specialists manage it to reduce risk.
Figures are indicative and change regularly. Confirm current rules with our team before making an offer.