Working While You Study in Egypt
Egypt has no written rule that lets international students work part time. A foreigner who works for a private company needs a work permit from the Ministry of Labour (the government office for jobs). Ask your university before you take any job.
Work Regulations for International Students
Legal Right to Work
- The permit is given for study, based on your university registration.
- For any job, ask your university and the Ministry of Labour first.
Types of Student Work
Work permit from the Ministry of Labour
A foreigner who works for a private company must get a work permit from the Ministry of Labour. Their stay in Egypt then depends on that permit.
How to Find Student Jobs in Egypt
Plan to cover your costs from home or a scholarship, not from a job in Egypt.
Common Challenges & Solutions
Work permit
A foreigner who works for a private company needs a work permit from the Ministry of Labour.
Solution:
Ask your university's international office before you accept any job.
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