Egypt Tax Calculator (2026)
Income tax rates and take-home pay for Egypt
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Egypt Income Tax Brackets (2026)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| First bracket (0% on first EGP 40,000) | EGP 0 - EGP 40,000 | 0.0% |
| Second bracket (10%) | EGP 40,000 - EGP 55,000 | 10.0% |
| Third bracket (15%) | EGP 55,000 - EGP 70,000 | 15.0% |
| Fourth bracket (20%) | EGP 70,000 - EGP 200,000 | 20.0% |
| Fifth bracket (22.5%) | EGP 200,000 - EGP 400,000 | 22.5% |
| Sixth bracket (25%) | EGP 400,000 - EGP 1,200,000 | 25.0% |
| Top bracket (27.5%) | EGP 1,200,000+ | 27.5% |
Personal allowance: EGP 20,000
Social insurance contribution (employee)
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate up to maximum social insurance salary | EGP 0 - EGP 16,700 | 11.0% |
Capped at EGP 1,837 per year
Martyrs Fund contribution
| Bracket | Income Range | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0.05% of gross salary | EGP 0+ | 0.1% |
Key Facts
Tax Year
2026
Currency
EGP
Top Rate
27.5%
Brackets
7 brackets
Allowance
EGP 20,000
Social Contributions
2 items
Assumptions
- · Personal allowance of EGP 20,000 is deducted from taxable income before applying brackets.
- · Social insurance contributions (11% employee) are calculated on earned income capped at the maximum social insurance salary (EGP 16,700 for 2026) and are deductible from taxable income.
- · Martyrs Fund contribution (0.05% of gross salary) is modeled as a separate mandatory payroll deduction, non-deductible.
- · Electronic invoice incentive (up to 5% of income tax) is not included in the default model due to variability based on documentation compliance.
- · Non-resident taxation and alternative private insurance schemes are not included; model assumes resident employee.
- · Life/health insurance and pension insurance deductions (capped at 15% of net revenue or EGP 10,000) are not included in the default model.
- · First EGP 40,000 bracket shows 0% tax but this is superseded by the personal allowance mechanism for income determination purposes.
Frequently asked questions
How much income tax will I pay as an employee in Egypt?
Egypt uses a progressive tax system with 7 income tax brackets ranging from 0% to 27.5%. After deducting your personal allowance of EGP 20,000, you'll pay 0% on the first EGP 40,000, then 10% on income between EGP 40,000-55,000, scaling up to 27.5% on income above EGP 1,200,000. Your exact rate depends on your total income level.
What are the mandatory deductions from my salary in Egypt?
You'll have two main mandatory payroll deductions: social insurance contributions at 11% of your gross salary (capped at a maximum of EGP 1,837 based on the maximum social insurance salary of EGP 16,700), and a Martyrs Fund contribution of 0.05% of your gross salary. The social insurance contribution is deductible from your taxable income, but the Martyrs Fund contribution is not.
Do I get any tax relief or personal allowance in Egypt?
Yes, you receive a personal allowance of EGP 20,000 that is deducted from your taxable income before the tax brackets are applied. This means your first EGP 20,000 of income is effectively tax-free, reducing your overall tax burden.
Is Egypt's income tax the same across all regions?
The tax data provided covers Egypt as a whole with no regional variations. Income tax rates and brackets are uniform throughout the country, so your tax liability is based on national rates regardless of which city or region you work in.
What's the maximum income tax rate in Egypt and at what income level does it apply?
The highest income tax rate in Egypt is 27.5%, which applies to all income above EGP 1,200,000. This top bracket has no upper limit, so high earners continue to pay 27.5% on all income beyond that threshold.
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