CAIRO - 23 April 2026: Egypt has launched a new digital platform aimed at simplifying foreign trade procedures and improving transparency for businesses, as part of ongoing efforts to modernise the investment environment.
The Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade unveiled the Foreign Trade Procedures Portal in cooperation with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and with funding from the United Kingdom.
The platform provides businesses with clear, centralized access to all procedures related to imports, exports, and transit trade, including relevant authorities and contact points, helping reduce time, cost, and administrative complexity.
“The portal represents a qualitative leap in making foreign trade procedures more accessible and transparent,” Investment Minister Mohamed Farid Saleh said, adding that the initiative reflects Egypt’s commitment to improving service delivery and enhancing the efficiency of trade-related processes.
The launch comes as part of broader structural reforms aimed at streamlining procedures and supporting investors, while also aligning with Egypt’s obligations under global trade frameworks.
Farid noted that Egypt continues to implement the Trade Facilitation Agreement since joining in 2019, including commitments to improve transparency and publish trade-related information online, making it easier for businesses to access key data and requirements.
The portal is expected to support faster trade flows and reinforce Egypt’s position as a more competitive and transparent destination for investment and international trade.
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