Business buyer's guide to factories in Egypt
Key buying points on factories for Chinese companies and traders in Egypt. An overview, not legal or tax advice.
Factories and plants
- Industrial land and licences are handled by the Industrial Development Authority (IDA); GAFI advises on setting up an investment.
- Before renting a plant, verify the land use, title or lease rights, and water, power and fire-safety provisions.
- For contract manufacturing, set quality standards and agree who owns the IP and the moulds.
General points for business-to-business buying
- Check the other party's commercial register and tax card, and ask for an e-invoice.
- For large orders, sign a written contract covering specification, quantity, delivery dates, acceptance criteria, payment milestones and penalties.
- Start with a small order or a sample, and scale up after inspection.
- Imported materials or machinery need ACI pre-registration on Nafeza; some goods also need GOEIC registration or must meet EOS standards.
Related shops and markets
Damietta Furniture City
Damietta · Industry hub
Furniture industrial park on 331 feddans in Shata, Damietta, at the junction of the International Coastal Road and the Port Said–Damietta road. It has factories, workshops, showrooms and a zone with special customs status.
El Mahalla El Kubra textiles
El Mahalla El Kubra · Industry hub
Delta industrial city and one of Egypt's largest textile centres.
Hours and what is sold can change, so check before you go. Wang Fu has no business relationship with the places listed and does not vouch for their goods.
Official and public sources
- Industrial Development Authority (IDA)
- GAFI (General Authority for Investment)
- Egyptian Tax Authority (e-invoice)
- Nafeza single window (ACI pre-registration)
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