🇪🇬 Egypt · Naturalisation
Naturalization (foreign-born in Egypt, reduced) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Age range | 18–None |
Duration & renewal
Citizenship possible after 1 years.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://clr.africanchildforum.org/Legislation%20Per%20Country/Egypt/egypt_nationality_1975_en.pdf.
- Typical processing: ~365 days.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Criminal record
Age range
“THIRD: To any foreigner born in Egypt of a foreign father who was also born in it... if he applies for the Egyptian nationality within one year from the date he attains full age. (full age = age of majority, 18)”
Years to citizenship
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-08.