Emigrate to Egypt

Emigrate to Egypt

Emigrate to Egypt: Find out the most important information for your stay here

Egypt is a country that connects north-east Africa with the Middle East and has a rich history dating back to the time of the pharaohs. The fertile Nile Valley is home to impressive ancient monuments such as the mighty pyramids and the Great Sphinx of Giza, as well as the hieroglyph-covered walls of the Karnak Temple and the tombs in the Valley of the Kings near Luxor. The capital Cairo is known for Ottoman sights such as the Muhammad Ali Mosque and the Egyptian Museum, which houses a multitude of valuable antiquities. Despite the historical and cultural treasures, many people consider emigrating to Egypt to enjoy the unique way of life and warm climate.

Facts about Egypt

DACHSER & KOLB: Capital

Capital City

Kairo

DACHSER & KOLB: Population

Population

111 million

DACHSER & KOLB: Surface Area

Surface Area

622,613.93 mi² or 1,002,000 km²

DACHSER & KOLB: Continent

Continent

Africa

DACHSER & KOLB: Official Language

Official Language

Arabic

Currency

Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Emigrating to Egypt: An overview of the political system

Namibia is a democratic nation with a legislature, executive and judiciary. In accordance with the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence of March 1990, Namibia's political system is semi-presidential. The constitution guarantees fundamental human rights and freedoms, including freedom of thought, speech, press, religion and assembly. It ensures equality between men and women and prohibits any form of inhumane treatment based on skin color, gender or other personal characteristics. It also excludes the death penalty and any form of slavery. With this democratic-liberal constitution, Namibia is oriented towards Western democracies and is considered exemplary within Africa. It is also noteworthy that Namibia's constitution was one of the first in the world to declare environmental protection a priority state objective, represented by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism.

Emigrate to Egypt: Politics

Climate in Egypt: Important information for emigrants

Das Klima in Morocco ist an der Mittelmeerküste mediterran mit warmen Sommern und feucht-kühlen Wintern. An der südlichen Atlantikküste, zum Beispiel in Agadir, erreichen die Temperaturen selbst im Winter über 20°C. Im Landesinneren herrscht kontinentales Klima. Heiß und trocken wird es südlich des Atlasgebirges, wo die Nähe zur Sahara deutlich spürbar ist.

Emigrate Egypt: Climate

Healthcare system in Egypt: Important facts for emigrants

The Egyptian healthcare system consists of a public and a private sector. The standard of the public healthcare system is generally low due to a lack of funding and inadequate staffing. The government invests only 1.5 percent of gross domestic product in the public healthcare system. There are significant differences in the availability of health services between basic rural facilities and facilities in large cities such as Cairo. Most specialist medical procedures are carried out in the capital.

Private healthcare facilities in Egypt are of a high standard and medical staff are experienced in dealing with foreign patients. Expats can opt for health insurance that includes evacuation or transfer to another country with more advanced and specialized medical care. Communication in English is not a problem as doctors and nurses are usually bilingual.

Emigrate to Egypt: Healthcare

Emigrating to Egypt: An overview of the economic situation and quality of life

In 2023, Egypt's gross domestic product per capita amounted to around 3,727.66 US dollars. The Gini coefficient of wealth describes the distribution of wealth. The indicator is an established, internationally comparable measure of wealth inequality. It is measured on a scale from zero to one. The higher the value, the greater the inequality. The Gini coefficient in Morocco is expected to be 0.32 in 2024 (source: Statista).

According to one ranking, Egypt's only advantages are its low cost of living and friendly inhabitants. Otherwise, the North African country is ranked 55th and does not score particularly well overall. In terms of quality of life, Egypt came third to last, only ahead of Kuwait and India. The country performed particularly poorly in terms of digital infrastructure and received the red lantern among 59 countries. 34 percent of respondents stated that they had problems with fast internet access at home. Egypt also received very poor ratings in the world of work, which rounded off the overall negative picture.

Emigrate to Egypt: Economics

National holiday

07.23.

Revolution Day

A vibrant celebration of the Moroccan monarchy, culture and traditions

Suez Canal - importance for international shipping

The Suez Canal is one of the most important waterways in the world and plays a central role in international trade. It connects the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea, providing a direct sea link between Europe and Asia without ships having to take the long and dangerous detour around the Cape of Good Hope at the southern tip of Africa. The Suez Canal significantly shortens the travel time for ships, as it reduces the distance between Europe and Asia by around 7,000 kilometers. This not only saves time, but also fuel and costs. Around 10 percent of global maritime trade passes through the canal every year, including oil, gas, consumer goods and other merchandise. This high traffic density means that the canal is of immense economic importance.

The canal is a significant source of revenue for Egypt, which generates considerable income from the passage fees. At the same time, the canal is also of great strategic importance, as it is one of the most important global trade routes. Any disruption to traffic, such as that caused by the blockade of the cargo ship Ever Given in March 2021, can have far-reaching effects on global supply chains. In summary, the Suez Canal is not only an engineering feat, but also a crucial element for global trade and international shipping. It connects continents, shortens trade routes and contributes significantly to economic stability and growth.

Emigrate to Egypt: Suez Canal

Emigrate to Egypt - Entry Requirements

Entry is possible for German nationals with the following documents:

  • Passport: Yes
  • Temporary passport: Yes
  • Identity card: Yes
  • Temporary identity card: No
  • Children's passport: Yes, not with manually changed validity
Emigrate to Morocco - Entry Requirements

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FAQs for emigrating to Egypt

Where can I find relevant information about my country of entry and the entry regulations that apply there?

We have compiled destination country information as well as entry requirements and customs information for many countries in the Relocation Service section of our website and are constantly expanding this section.

Can I use my own container that I already own for the move with DACHSER & KOLB?

For every removal, which we at DACHSER & KOLB always offer as a door-to-door (full service) removal, a container is rented for the duration of the removal. We therefore do not offer the option of using your own container.

Who is responsible for my move abroad and the services I need there?

As a FIDI member, we work abroad with selected, long-standing partners who work in accordance with our service standards.

Are my removal goods insured in the event of damage?

For every overseas move, we naturally cover transportation insurance at current value for the used household goods and personal belongings

What types of transportation do you offer for overseas relocation?

It is generally possible to carry out overseas removals via air freight or sea freight. In the case of sea freight, it is possible to ship the removal goods as additional cargo (“LCL shipment” with Liftvan) or with a container (FCL shipment in 20 feet, 40 feet or 40 feet high cube). We will be happy to discuss which option is best for you in a personal consultation.

When and how must the move be paid for and what is the payment deadline?

You will receive an invoice a few weeks after placing the order and pay the full amount directly in advance.

Do I have to pay taxes and customs duties on my removal goods?

Removal goods can be imported tax and duty-free into most countries if you have a valid residence permit. We will be happy to check the options for importing the removal goods for your desired destination country in a personal consultation.

Are you interested in moving to Egypt or another destination country?

Then do not hesitate and contact us today.

Alexander Brugger

Teamlead Customer Service & Sales - AIR&SEA

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