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Egyptian Legal Library

A comprehensive collection of Egyptian laws in Arabic & English

All Arabic versions of laws are published as they appear in the Official Gazette of the Arab Republic of Egypt, for personal reference use by the firm only. Not for sale.

الدستور المصري (كامل)

Egyptian Constitution
The supreme law of the land — foundation of all Egyptian legislation and the basis for citizens' rights and freedoms.

القانون المدني رقم 131 لسنة 1948

Civil Code No. 131 of 1948
Governs obligations, contracts, property, and civil liability between private parties.

قانون الإثبات

Evidence Law
Sets out the rules for proving rights before courts — admissibility of evidence, burden of proof, and witnesses.

قانون الإجراءات المدنية رقم 13 لسنة 1968

Civil Procedure Law No. 13 of 1968
Governs the organization of civil courts and the procedural steps in civil litigation.

قانون الإجراءات الجنائية رقم 150 لسنة 1950

Criminal Procedure Law No. 150 of 1950
Regulates criminal trial procedures — investigation, prosecution, and sentencing processes.

قانون العقوبات رقم 58 لسنة 1937

Penal Code No. 58 of 1937
Defines crimes and the penalties associated with them under Egyptian criminal law.

قوانين الأحوال الشخصية

Personal Status Laws
Covers marriage, divorce, alimony, custody, inheritance, and family law matters.

قانون المرور

Traffic Law
Regulates vehicles, road safety, driver responsibilities, and traffic violations.

قانون الأحكام العسكرية

Military Justice Law
Governs military court procedures, jurisdiction, and the rules applicable to military personnel.

قانون مكافحة جرائم تقنية المعلومات رقم 175 لسنة 2018

Cybercrime Law No. 175 of 2018
Combats cybercrimes including unauthorized access, data theft, online fraud, and digital harassment.

قانون حماية الملكية الفكرية رقم 82 لسنة 2002

Intellectual Property Law No. 82 of 2002
Protects copyrights, trademarks, patents, and industrial designs in Egypt.

قانون الشهر العقاري

Real Estate Registration Law
Regulates the registration and documentation of real estate transactions and property rights.

قانون المحاماة

Bar Association Law
Regulates the legal profession — admission to the bar, lawyer obligations, and disciplinary procedures.

قانون الشركات رقم 159 لسنة 1981

Companies Law No. 159 of 1981
Governs the establishment, management, and dissolution of joint-stock and limited liability companies.

قانون السجل التجاري رقم 34 لسنة 1976

Commercial Registry Law No. 34 of 1976
Regulates commercial registration requirements for businesses and traders operating in Egypt.

قانون الاستثمار رقم 72 لسنة 2017

Investment Law No. 72 of 2017
Provides the legal framework for investment in Egypt, including guarantees, incentives, and dispute resolution.

قانون سوق رأس المال

Capital Market Law
Regulates the Egyptian stock exchange, securities, investment funds, and capital market activities.

قانون المناطق الحرة والحوافز الاستثمارية

Free Zones and Investment Incentives Law
Establishes the rules governing free zones, special economic zones, and associated investment incentives.

قانون العمل

Labor Law
Protects employee rights and regulates employer-worker relationships in Egyptian workplaces.

قانون التأمينات الاجتماعية

Social Insurance Law
Governs social insurance contributions, pension entitlements, and workers' safety nets.

قانون تنظيم التمويل الاستهلاكي

Consumer Finance Regulation
Regulates consumer lending and financing activities to protect borrowers and maintain market stability.

قانون المحال العامة

General Stores Law
Sets licensing and operational requirements for commercial premises and public establishments.

قانون تنظيم ممارسة المهن الطبية

Medical Professions Regulation
Regulates licensing, practice standards, and liability for healthcare professionals in Egypt.

قانون التجارة رقم 17 لسنة 1999

Commercial Law No. 17 of 1999
Governs commercial transactions, commercial agents, and business practices in Egypt.

قانون التحكيم في المواد المدنية والتجارية

Arbitration Law
Provides a framework for resolving civil and commercial disputes through arbitration, both domestic and international.

قانون الإفلاس وإعادة الهيكلة

Bankruptcy and Restructuring Law
Governs insolvency proceedings, business restructuring, and creditor-debtor relations in financial distress.

قانون حماية المنافسة

Competition Protection Law
Prohibits monopolistic practices and unfair competition to protect market integrity.

قانون حماية المستهلك

Consumer Protection Law
Safeguards consumer rights against deceptive practices, defective products, and unfair contract terms.

قانون التجارة الإلكترونية

E-Commerce Law
Regulates online commercial activities, electronic contracts, digital payments, and platform obligations.

قانون الضريبة على الدخل

Income Tax Law
Governs the taxation of personal and corporate income, including rates, exemptions, and filing requirements.

قانون الضريبة على القيمة المضافة

Value Added Tax Law
Establishes the VAT framework in Egypt — registration, rates, returns, and compliance obligations.

قانون الضريبة على الدمغة

Stamp Duty Law
Regulates stamp duty applicable to contracts, commercial documents, and legal instruments.

قانون البنك المركزي والجهاز المصرفي

Central Bank and Banking Law
Governs the Central Bank of Egypt's mandate, banking regulations, and the supervision of financial institutions.

قانون مكافحة غسل الأموال وتمويل الإرهاب

Anti-Money Laundering Law
Sets obligations for financial institutions and businesses to detect, prevent, and report money laundering.

قانون المالية العامة الموحد

Unified Public Finance Law
Establishes the unified framework for Egypt's public finance, budget management, and fiscal accountability.

قانون العمل

Labor Law
Comprehensive law governing worker and employer rights — contracts, working hours, leave, termination, and labor disputes.

قانون التأمينات الاجتماعية

Social Insurance Law
Governs social insurance contributions, pension entitlements, work injury coverage, and unemployment benefits.

قانون حماية المستهلك

Consumer Protection Law
Protects consumers in the marketplace and establishes rights and obligations for service and product providers.

قوانين الأحوال الشخصية

Personal Status Laws
Covers marriage, divorce, custody, alimony, guardianship, and inheritance — the foundation of family law in Egypt.

قانون الإيجار الجديد

New Rent Law
Governs landlord-tenant relationships, lease terms, rent regulations, and eviction procedures.

قانون المطور العقاري

Real Estate Developer Law
Regulates real estate development activities, developer obligations, and buyer protections in property transactions.

قانون الإسكان العمراني وتنظيم البناء

Urban Planning and Construction Law
Sets building codes, construction permits, urban planning requirements, and zoning regulations.

قانون الطفل

Child Law
Protects children's rights including education, health, social care, and protection from exploitation and abuse.

قانون حقوق ذوي الهمم

Rights of Persons with Disabilities Law
Guarantees equal rights, accessibility, employment, and social inclusion for persons with disabilities in Egypt.

قانون المخدرات

Narcotics Law
Prohibits the trafficking, possession, and use of controlled substances and sets associated penalties.

قانون الأسلحة والذخيرة

Weapons and Ammunition Law
Regulates the possession, carrying, manufacturing, and trading of weapons and ammunition in Egypt.

قانون مكافحة الإرهاب

Anti-Terrorism Law
Defines terrorist acts and organizations, establishes counter-terrorism measures, and sets severe penalties.

قانون حالة الطوارئ رقم 162 لسنة 1958

State of Emergency Law No. 162 of 1958
Governs the declaration of a state of emergency and the exceptional powers granted to authorities during such periods.

قانون الشرطة

Police Law
Establishes the organization, duties, and disciplinary framework for Egypt's police forces.

قانون الأحكام العسكرية

Military Justice Law
Governs military court jurisdiction, procedures, and the rules of military justice applied to armed forces personnel.

قانون حماية البيانات الشخصية

Personal Data Protection Law
Governs the collection, processing, and storage of personal data and establishes individual privacy rights.

قانون مكافحة جرائم تقنية المعلومات رقم 175 لسنة 2018

Cybercrime Law No. 175 of 2018
Addresses cybercrimes including hacking, data breaches, digital fraud, and online content violations.

قانون البيئة

Environmental Protection Law
Sets standards for environmental protection, pollution control, waste management, and ecological preservation.

قانون حماية التراث والآثار

Heritage and Antiquities Protection Law
Protects Egypt's archaeological sites, antiquities, and cultural heritage from damage, theft, and illegal export.

قانون تنظيم الصحافة والإعلام

Press and Media Regulation Law
Governs media licensing, journalistic freedoms, press content standards, and digital media obligations.

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