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- · First EGP 40,000 bracket shows 0% tax but this is superseded by the personal allowance mechanism for income determination purposes.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 do I pay on my salary in Egypt?
Egypt has a progressive income tax system with 7 brackets ranging from 0% to 27.5%. You get a personal allowance of EGP 20,000 deducted from your taxable income first, and then tax is applied on the remaining amount at rates starting at 0% for the first EGP 40,000, increasing to 10%, 15%, 20%, 22.5%, 25%, and finally 27.5% for income above EGP 1,200,000.
What is the maximum social insurance contribution I'll pay in Egypt?
As an employee, you contribute 11% of your gross income to social insurance, but this is capped at a maximum contribution of EGP 1,837 (based on the maximum insurable salary of EGP 16,700). This contribution is deductible from your taxable income, which reduces your overall tax burden.
Is there an additional mandatory payroll deduction I should know about?
Yes, in addition to income tax and social insurance, there is a Martyrs Fund contribution of 0.05% of your gross salary that is mandatory and non-deductible. This is a separate payroll deduction that does not reduce your taxable income.
How does the personal allowance work in Egypt's tax system?
Egypt provides a personal allowance of EGP 20,000 that is automatically deducted from your gross income before any tax brackets are applied. This means if you earn EGP 50,000, only EGP 30,000 is subject to the progressive tax brackets.
What is the total tax burden on a typical expat salary in Egypt?
Your total tax burden includes income tax (based on progressive brackets after the personal allowance), social insurance contributions (11% capped at EGP 1,837), and the Martyrs Fund contribution (0.05% of gross salary). For example, someone earning EGP 100,000 would pay income tax on EGP 80,000 (after the personal allowance), plus social insurance and the Martyrs Fund contribution, resulting in a combined deduction of roughly 15-20% depending on the exact bracket reached.
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