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Last updated: October 2026 If your company sells, manufactures or distributes in Egypt, your brand is only fully protected here once it is registered here. Egypt follows a first-to-file system, so the company that files first generally has the stronger claim, even if another business built the brand elsewhere. A foreign company that waits until

Five years after Egypt’s Personal Data Protection Law (Law No. 151 of 2020) was first published, it finally has teeth. The Executive Regulations took effect on 2 November 2025, starting a one-year grace period — which means every company in scope has until 1 November 2026 to be compliant. That’s less than a month away.

Introduction Egypt has developed a substantial legal and regulatory framework governing oil and gas exploration, development, production, processing, transportation, distribution, marketing and related activities. The framework is not contained in a single comprehensive petroleum code. Instead, companies operating in the Egyptian oil and gas sector must navigate a combination of petroleum legislation, concession agreements enacted

Every week, our Corporate team fields the same question from founders and investors abroad: “What does it actually take to open a company in Egypt?” The short answer is that it is more straightforward than most first-time investors expect — but only if the structure, documentation, and filings are handled correctly from day one. Get

For decades, M&A transactions in Egypt could close first and notify the regulator later. That changed in 2024, and it has quietly reshaped how every serious corporate transaction in the country is planned, timed, and documented. Any client — local or foreign — structuring an acquisition, joint venture, or restructuring in Egypt today needs to

Every year, businesses lose significant sums of money, not because of bad deals, but because of badly drafted contracts. A missing clause, a vague sentence, or an overlooked definition can turn a routine agreement into a costly legal dispute. As a firm specializing in corporate law, commercial contracts, intellectual property, and commercial litigation, we regularly

Launching a startup often begins with optimism, ambition, and a shared vision among founders. In the early stages, business partners tend to focus on product development, fundraising, customer acquisition, and scaling operations. Legal documentation is frequently viewed as a secondary priority, postponed until the business reaches a more advanced stage. However, experience consistently shows that

Executive Summary Egypt offers a well-structured and increasingly investor-friendly legal environment, anchored in modern legislation and supported by institutional reforms. Foreign investors can enter the Egyptian market through multiple legal routes, including company incorporation, branch establishment, joint ventures, and mergers and acquisitions. The legal framework, primarily governed by Investment Law No. 72 of 2017, ensures

In the world of international trade, import and export contracts are the backbone of any successful business transaction. For businesses operating in Egypt, these contracts play a vital role in ensuring smooth operations, mitigating risks, and protecting both parties involved. However, the importance of legal drafting cannot be overstated, especially when it comes to safeguarding

Legal and Strategic Considerations for a Successful Market Entry In recent years, a noticeable trend has emerged: more Moroccan companies are exploring Egypt as their next strategic expansion destination. During discussions with Moroccan entrepreneurs and business leaders, one question consistently arises: “How can we expand into Egypt safely and efficiently?” Why Moroccan Companies Are Expanding