AfricaShipping Heavy Equipment to Egypt
Egypt is a major market for heavy equipment in North Africa, driven by mega infrastructure projects, the Suez Canal expansion, and growing construction and mining sectors. Our established logistics networks ensure reliable delivery through Mediterranean and Red Sea ports.
Main Ports
- Port of Alexandria
- Port Said
- Damietta Port
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- Egyptian Organization for Standardization (EOS)
- General Authority for Investment (GAFI)
- Pre-Shipment Inspection
Common Cargo
- Excavators
- Cranes
- Generators
Main Ports in Egypt
Port of Alexandria
Major Seaport
Port Said
Transshipment Hub
Damietta Port
Major Seaport
Sokhna Port (Red Sea)
Industrial Port
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Egypt
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Alexandria / Port Said | Container / Breakbulk | 20–32 days |
| Savannah, GA | Alexandria / Sokhna | Container / RoRo | 18–30 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Egypt
We ship to Egypt (Port of Alexandria) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 18-25 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Egypt
Egypt taxes vehicles by engine size and the stack is among the highest globally: customs duty roughly 40% up to 1,600cc and up to ~135% for larger engines, plus a development fee and table/schedule tax, with 14% VAT on the landed (duty-inclusive) value.
- Import Duty
- ≈40% (up to 1,600cc) to ≈135% (larger engines)
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 14% (on landed cost)
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Development fee and table/schedule tax vary by engine size; rates change — confirm with a licensed Egyptian broker
Source: Egyptian Customs Authority / Egyptian Tax Authority · Last verified: June 2026
Used Vehicle & Equipment Age Limits
Used passenger cars are effectively barred from private import — vehicles must be new or current model year (EVs up to ~3 years), and personal imports are limited to one vehicle every five years. Project cargo, machinery, and equipment follow standard import rules.
Source: Egyptian Customs Authority · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
Egyptian Organization for Standardization (EOS)
Equipment must meet Egyptian standards and may require EOS certification.
General Authority for Investment (GAFI)
Certain industrial equipment may require GAFI approval for import.
Pre-Shipment Inspection
Used equipment often requires pre-shipment inspection and certification.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Egypt
What makes Egypt tricky
- Advance cargo (ACI/ACID) registration must be completed before shipping — missing it blocks clearance.
- Used passenger-vehicle import is effectively prohibited; the opportunity is new vehicles, project cargo, and equipment.
- Egypt's ACI/NAFEZA advance-cargo system applies: the importer registers on NAFEZA for an ACID number and the exporter submits documents via CargoX at least 48 hours before arrival.
- Clearance is through Alexandria, Port Said, Damietta, or Sokhna; a licensed Egyptian customs broker is essential.
Seasonality & Scheduling
Suez Canal / Red Sea routing conditions and regional peak periods can affect schedules; build in buffer for project shipments.
Frequently Asked Questions
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