Practice Areas
Tax Advisory & Disputes
A tax assessment in Egypt can be challenged at several stages before it becomes final. We support tax registration and compliance, and defend clients through inspections, committees and tax courts in Cairo.
What the service covers
Egyptian tax registration, VAT and income tax compliance, tax inspections and appeals before Cairo tax committees and courts.
- Tax card, VAT registration and filings
- Tax inspection and assessment defence
- Internal committees and tax appeal courts
- Tax planning for foreign-owned companies
How we handle it
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Tax position review and registration support
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Response to the tax authority's inspection findings
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Representation before internal appeal committees
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Litigation before the tax court where needed
Common risks to watch for
- Late registration or filing triggers automatic penalties that grow with time.
- Cross-border payments without proper withholding treatment create liabilities for the Egyptian payer.
- Tax positions taken without documentation are difficult to defend in an audit.
Frequently asked questions
What is the internal committee in a tax dispute?
It is the administrative stage where a taxpayer can contest an assessment before the Egyptian Tax Authority, prior to escalating the dispute to the tax court.
Is VAT registration mandatory for all businesses in Egypt?
Businesses exceeding the registration threshold under the VAT Law must register; some activities are also required to register regardless of turnover.
Can a foreign-owned company get tax advice before starting operations?
Yes, a pre-incorporation tax review helps structure the company and anticipate obligations such as withholding tax and transfer pricing documentation.
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Need a trusted lawyer in Cairo?
A confidential consultation with Mohamed Ashraf Hosny — Tahrir Square office, in front of the Cabinet.