Employment Cost Calculator for Egypt
Calculate your complete hiring costs for Egypt employees, including payroll taxes, social security contributions, employee benefits, and management fees. This salary calculator provides accurate employer cost estimates for informed hiring decisions.
Employer Tax Contributions
| Tax Type | Rate | Base |
|---|---|---|
| Social Security (Employer Share) | 18.75% | Employee's total social insurance salary (capped at EGP 14,500/month, minimum EGP 2,300/month) |
| Health Insurance (Employer Share) | 3.25% | Employee's socially insurable wages (no cap) |
| Income Tax Withholding | Progressive (2.5% - 27.5%) | Employee's gross salary after deductions |
Filing & Compliance
- Register new employees with the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA) and National Organization for Social Insurance (NOSI) within 15 days of hiring.
- Remit withheld taxes and social security contributions by the 15th of the following month.
- File quarterly tax returns within one month after each quarter-end and an annual salary tax reconciliation by January 31 of the following year.
Income Tax Brackets
| Income Range (EGP) | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to 40,000 | 0% |
| 40,001 to 55,000 | 10% |
| 55,001 to 70,000 | 15% |
| 70,001 to 200,000 | 20% |
Employee Contributions
| Deduction Type | Rate | Cap (EGP/month) |
|---|---|---|
| Social Security | 11% | 14,500 |
| Health Insurance | 1% | No specific cap mentioned |
Personal Allowances
- Annual personal allowance: EGP 20,000.
- Social Security Contributions are deductible from taxable income.
- Premiums for life and health insurance are deductible, up to 15% of net revenue or EGP 10,000, whichever is lower.
