We are pleased to share ADSERO’s latest contribution to Mondaq on marketplace liability and the evolving role of digital platforms in Egypt’s e-commerce ecosystem. The article examines the legal characterisation of online marketplaces under Egyptian law, the scope of their potential liability under existing consumer protection and commercial frameworks, and the regulatory challenges arising from […]
We are proud to have been awarded the “IFN Sovereign & Multilateral Deal of the Year” from Islamic Finance News (IFN), one of the most coveted honours in the global Islamic finance and banking industry. The award recognises our work as Egyptian counsel to the Ministry of Finance - Egypt (MOF) in advising on Egypt’s […]
We are pleased to share our most recent report highlighting the critical decisions issued by the Board of Directors of the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) during the second half of 2025. To access the second issue, click on the attachment below.
On 1 January 2026, the Egyptian Customs Authority (the “Authority”) announced the mandatory implementation of the Advance Cargo Information (“ACI”) system for all air freight shipments arriving in Egypt. This measure extends the existing ACI regime, which was previously applicable to maritime cargo, to include air cargo as part of the Authority’s digital customs transformation […]
Introduction Further to our previously published update on Egyptian Drug Authority (the “EDA”) decree no. 161 of 2025 governing the unified coding of pharmaceutical products and medical supplies in Egypt (the “Decree”), and the publication regarding the complementary decree no. 475 of 2025 (the “Complementary Decree”) regarding the establishment and operation of a national system […]
We are pleased to share our latest report highlighting the laws and decrees issued in the fourth quarter of 2025. To access the report, click on the attachment below. If you are interested in acquiring a copy of the legislation and keen on remaining up to date with the most recent laws and decrees, sign […]
Over recent weeks, the Ministry of Labour has issued a series of supplementary decrees under Egypt’s Labour Law, covering training and recruitment, working hours, overtime, inspections, dispute resolution, and related matters. These decrees aim to clarify regulatory obligations, enhance compliance, and provide practical guidance for employers and training providers. To read the full update, click […]
Highlights On 6 January 2026, the Financial Regulatory Authority (the “FRA”) issued regulatory decree no. 318 of 2025 (the “Decree”), introducing new controls governing the provision of non-banking financing in foreign currency. The Decree applies to companies licensed to conduct small and medium enterprise (“SMEs”) financing, financial leasing, and factoring activities. It introduces detailed conditions […]
Egypt’s primary data privacy framework was established with the issuance of the personal data protection law no. 151 of 2020 (the “PDP Law”), marking a significant legislative step towards regulating personal data practices in Egypt. While the PDP Law set out the core principles governing the protection and processing of personal data, including obligations for […]
As part of the implementation of Egypt’s labour law no. 14 of 2025 (the “Labour Law”), the Ministry of Labour continues to issue supplementary decrees to clarify and support its application. This article outlines the key provisions under the following decrees: This publication is merely a brief overview of the Labour Law’s supplementary decrees and […]
Overview On 6 December, the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (the “GAFI”) announced the official launch of the Cash Investment Incentive Guide (the “Guide”) pursuant to Article 11 bis of Law No. 72 of 2017 (the “Investment Law”), marking a significant step in Egypt’s ongoing efforts to promote industrial development, localise production, and […]
Overview The Ministry of Labour continues to issue implementing decrees under Egypt’s new labour law no. 14 of 2025 (the “Labour Law”) as the regulatory framework takes shape. This alert focuses on three (3) recently issued implementing decrees, namely: Key Provisions 1. The Disability Employment Data Decree This decree regulates the collection, maintenance, and reporting […]
We are delighted to share our recent contribution to the sixth edition of the Legal Industry Reviews (LIR). In our chapter, “Strengthening Consumer Protection in Egypt’s Digital Telecom Landscape”, we examine the evolving regulatory framework governing the telecom sector and how recent reforms are reshaping telemarketing practices and data privacy compliance. The article also highlights […]
Introduction Following the issuance of the new labour law no. 14 of 2025 (the “Labour Law”), the Ministry of Labour has issued several implementing decrees. While additional decrees are still anticipated, the three (3) most recent are outlined below: Key Provisions 1. Employees’ Rights Decree The Employees’ Rights Decree applies to employees’ salaries and entitlements in cases of company closure, liquidation, […]
We advised a syndication of eight lenders on the signing of an EGP 8 billion financing facility granted to Orange Egypt, led by CIB Egypt, with the participation of Banque Misr, ALEXBANK, National Bank of Egypt (NBE), Attijariwafa bank Egypt, Crédit Agricole Egypt, Emirates NBD Egypt, and HSBC Egypt. The facility is intended to support […]
