Egypt introduces unified VAT refund system to accelerate procedures, improve efficiency: ETA head
Rasha Abdel Aal, head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), announced the issuance of new executive instructions establishing a unified and comprehensive framework for all tax authority units responsible for handling value-added tax (VAT) refunds. She said the move is
Egypt steps up efforts to build business trust through tax reforms: Finance Minister
Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk said the government is intensifying efforts to build trust with the business community through tangible facilitation measures, as part of a broader push to modernise Egypt’s tax system and expand the tax base. He noted
Entrepreneurs’ uptake of simplified tax regime surpasses expectations: ETA head
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), announced that the number of entrepreneurs and small and micro enterprise owners joining the simplified tax system since its launch in February 2025 has exceeded expectations, particularly during the final
Second tax facilitation package boosts support for compliant taxpayers: ETA head
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), said the second package of tax facilitation measures—comprising 26 provisions—places strong emphasis on supporting compliant taxpayers, notably by accelerating value-added tax (VAT) refunds, expanding the number of eligible cases, increasing
ETA launches mobile app for electronic payment of real estate transaction tax
The Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA) has launched a new mobile application that allows taxpayers to pay real estate transaction tax electronically and obtain tax clearance certificates in a fast and convenient manner, according to Rasha Abdel Aal, the ETA chairperson.
VAT exemptions, extended payment suspension introduced in new tax facilitation package
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority, announced that the second package of tax facilitation measures includes a series of significant legislative amendments aimed at supporting economic activity while simplifying the tax system. These measures come in line
ETA outlines second package of tax facilitations, emphasises continuous dialogue
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), said the Authority remains committed to sustained consultation and continuous dialogue in connection with the second package of tax facilitation measures. Her remarks came during her participation in the conference
ETA begins receiving 2025 tax returns, announces expanded support measures
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), announced that the Authority began receiving tax returns for the 2025 tax year as of 1 January, in line with directives from Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk. The move aims
Egypt intensifies tax, customs support for tourism sector through joint committees
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority, said the Ministry of Finance and the Authority are giving special attention to the tourism sector, describing it as a vital contributor to national income that receives targeted support to help
ETA continues to upgrade services, expand engagement with business community: Director
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), said the Authority is continuing to develop its services and expand communication channels with the business community as part of efforts to ensure tax stability and support economic development. In