Expand Your Business in Egypt with Expert Recruitment Solutions

Recruiting in Egypt can be overwhelming. We simplify the process, making it easier, more predictable, and stress-free. Let us help you tap into Egypt's top talent and grow your business with confidence.
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Why Choose Egypt for Your Next Hire?

Egypt offers a unique blend of opportunities for business expansion, but navigating local regulations and labor markets can be challenging. Lundi's expertise can help you succeed in this market.

Languages

Modern Standard Arabic

Payroll Frequency

Monthly

Currency

EGP

Capital City

Cairo

Employer Tax Rate

27.00%

Recruitment Agency Costs in Egypt

In Egypt, professional recruitment agency fees range from 22-27% of the first-year annual base salary of a recruited employee. Recruitment agencies also require an upfront retainer and payment in advance installments of the agency fee based on milestones such as start of recruitment, presentation of candidates, and scheduling interviews with a candidate shortlist.

We know this might sound overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. A solution like Lundi eliminates the barriers for you. With Lundi, you can recruit talent across 70+ countries, easily managing recruitment—all in one, easy-to-use platform. Get an overview of what you need to know when hiring in Egypt below.

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Employer Tax Costs in Egypt

Employers in Egypt can pay up to 27% in social contributions.

Employee Income Taxes in Egypt

Employees in Egypt pay 0% to 25% in taxes depending on their income bracket. Employees also pay 14% in social security contributions.

Employee Probation in Egypt

The probationary period in Egypt is three months.

Employee Overtime in Egypt

Employees in Egypt work eight hours per day, 48 hours per week. Overtime work is paid at the rate of 135% of an employee’s regular pay during daytime hours.If working on a rest day, an employee is entitled to 200% of their regular pay and an additional day of rest in lieu of the working day. If working on an official holiday, the employee is entitled to 300% of their regular pay.

Employee Notice in Egypt

The notice period in Egypt depends on the length of the employee's service. If an employee has less than 10 years of service, two months notice is required. If an employee has been with a company for more than 10 years, three months notice is required. 

Termination in Egypt

In Egypt, it’s difficult for employers to terminate an employment contract before the end of the contract. This is considered wrongful termination unless any of the reasons below are met:A “fundamental breach” of contract (The employer does not pay any compensation)Poor performance that is documented (The employer does not pay any compensation)Redundancy (The employer pays a reduced compensation to the employee)For termination without a justified cause, there are two scenarios:Fixed-term contracts: Employers must pay the employee an amount equal to what they would have received if they would have fulfilled their employment contractIndefinite contracts: An amount no less than two months' salary for each year that the employee was with the employer

How to Recruit in Egypt

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A Lundi Global Talent Consultant will work with you to understand your goals, needs, and team dynamics.
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Within days, we’ll introduce you to the right talent for your team. The average time to match is one week.
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Work with your new team member for a trial period (pay Lundi only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit.
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Why Companies Choose Lundi

Exceptional Talent Unavailable Anywhere Else

  • Not actively applying to jobs
  • Not available on freelancer marketplaces
  • Ready for full-time positions

We uncover the hidden gems of the global talent market. Looking for something specific? Let's see if we can help.

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Where is Lundi available?

Lundi is a flexible and scalable global talent solution that can fit into your requirements wherever you are in the world. View our coverage.

How do I open an account?

Register your interest by booking a call. During the meeting, we'll help you determine if Lundi is right for your business and how we might be able to help you with your hiring goals.

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Our Vetting Process

  • Tailored

    Lundi takes the time to understand the candidate’s skills, experiences, and goals so that they can be matched to the right job.
  • Fair and Accurate

    Rather than relying on a single question or metric, Lundi takes into account the candidate’s overall history, expertise, and motivation.
  • Inclusive

    Our candidate screening process is designed to be inclusive and equitable, ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to pursue their career goals.

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