Egypt launches first real estate tax app with new taxpayer incentives

CAIRO – 15 June 2026:  Egypt’s Ministry of Finance has launched the country’s first mobile application for real estate tax services, enabling taxpayers to submit property declarations, make advance payments, settle outstanding dues, and request exemptions for the family’s private residence electronically.

Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk said the new platform marks the first time owners of multiple units will be able to submit a single tax declaration, adding that electronic payment receipts will be officially recognized.

The new real estate tax facilitation measures aim to simplify procedures and reduce financial and administrative burdens on citizens. They include raising the exemption threshold for the family’s private residence to LE8 million, up from LE 2 million.

Kouchouk also noted that the ministry is preparing a smart indicative pricing map for built properties to unify valuation standards and ensure fairness.

Exemption requests for the family’s private residence can now be submitted through the electronic declaration without visiting a real estate tax office. Late payment penalties will also be waived for taxpayers who settle the original tax debt by October 2, while ongoing disputes may be settled by paying 70% of the tax due by the same deadline.

The minister added that no tax will be imposed if a property has collapsed or if exceptional circumstances prevent the building from being used.

He also announced incentives for compliant taxpayers who submit their declarations within the legal deadline, including a 25 percent tax deduction for residential units and a 10% deduction for non-residential units. The incentive can rise to 30 percent  when advance payments are made, ranging from LE 200 to LE 1,000 depending on the type of unit.

Rami Youssef, Assistant Minister of Finance for Tax Policies, said the Real Estate Tax Authority will withdraw all appeals currently being reviewed by appeal committees. He added that the authority’s power to challenge rental values set by valuation committees will also be revoked.

Taxpayers will also be allowed to pay both taxes and late payment amounts in installments through electronic payment methods, as part of efforts to make the process easier for citizens.