# What social insurance does an employer pay in Egypt?

Last updated: 25 October 2026
Country: Egypt
Category: Payroll

**Quick answer:** Contributions under Law 148 of 2019 are shared between employer and employee on the insurable wage, which runs from EGP 2,700 to EGP 16,700 a month in 2026.

## Detailed explanation

## The wage limits

From 1 January 2026 the insurable wage is at least EGP 2,700 and at most EGP 16,700 a month. The limits rise every January.

## The rate

The employer and employee shares are set in the law. Confirm current rates with the National Organisation for Social Insurance (NOSI).

## Registration

Insure a new employee within two weeks of the start date, on the actual wage.

## How AccountsOS helps

Finn checks the insurable wage against the year's limits and records contributions from your payroll report.

Source: https://www.nosi.gov.eg/ar/News/Pages/2025-11-30.aspx

## Real-world examples

### Senior hire

An employee on EGP 25,000 a month is insured on the EGP 16,700 maximum.

## Common mistakes to avoid

- Using last year's limits
- Insuring below the actual wage

## Frequently asked questions

### Who runs social insurance?

The National Organization for Social Insurance (NOSI).

## Practical tips

- Update the wage limits every January

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