Egypt requires foreign factories and brand owners exporting certain consumer goods to be listed on the GOEIC register (General Organization for Export and Import Control) under Ministerial Decree 43/2016 and later decrees. If your factory isn’t registered, your importer’s shipments can be held at customs. We prepare, legalise and submit the full registration file for Indian manufacturers.
If you export products listed under Decree 43/2016 (and amendments) to Egypt, your factory or brand owner must be registered with GOEIC before shipping. This needs a quality certificate from an IAF/ILAC-recognised body, company and trademark documents, and legalisation through the Egyptian embassy. Shipments are then inspected on arrival.
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- Regulator: GOEIC, Ministry of Trade & Industry
- Legal basis: Decree 43/2016 (+ 44/2019, 195/2022)
- Who registers: Factory or brand owner
- Key document: Accredited quality certificate (e.g. ISO 9001)
Products Typically Covered
- Home appliances and electrical goods
- Lighting products
- Toys
- Furniture
- Textiles, garments and home textiles
- Footwear
- Ceramic tiles and sanitary ware
- Cosmetics, toiletries and detergents
- Processed foods, dairy, oils, confectionery and juices
- Kitchenware and tableware
💡 The list is set by decree and updated over time. We confirm your HS code against the current GOEIC list before you start.
Documents Checklist
- Application form and authorisation letter on company letterhead
- Company / industrial registration certificate
- Quality management certificate (e.g. ISO 9001) from an IAF/ILAC-recognised body
- Trademark registration proof (for brand owners)
- List of factories and products
- Arabic translation, and legalisation via the Ministry of External Affairs and the Egyptian Embassy in India
Other Egyptian Approvals to Plan For
| Telecom & radio | NTRA (National Telecom Regulatory Authority) equipment approval |
|---|---|
| Medicines & medical devices | Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) registration |
| Food | National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) requirements |
| Every shipment | GOEIC inspection and sampling at the port of arrival |
Step-by-Step Process with Global Approbation
- HS code check. We confirm whether your products fall under the GOEIC decrees. (1 day)
- Document prep. Company, quality and trademark documents collated and translated. (1–2 weeks)
- Legalisation. Attestation by India’s Ministry of External Affairs and the Egyptian Embassy. (1–2 weeks)
- Submission. File submitted to GOEIC; queries handled. (Varies)
- Listing & renewal. Factory listed; documents renewed within 30 days of any expiry. (Ongoing)
Common Mistakes Indian Exporters Make
- Letting the ISO certificate expire, which can suspend your registration
- Using a quality certificate from a non-accredited body
- Registering a trading company when the decree requires the factory or brand owner
- Shipping before your registration is published
GOEIC: Frequently Asked Questions
What is GOEIC registration?
It is the registration of foreign factories and brand owners with Egypt’s General Organization for Export and Import Control. It is required before listed products under Decree 43/2016 and later decrees can be imported into Egypt.
Which quality certificate is needed?
A quality management certificate, typically ISO 9001, issued by a certification body accredited by an IAF or ILAC member.
Do documents need legalisation?
Yes. Foreign documents generally require Arabic translation and legalisation through the Ministry of External Affairs and the Egyptian Embassy. Quality certificates are typically exempt from translation.
What happens if a document expires?
Documents must be renewed within 30 days of expiry. Otherwise the registration can be suspended and, after warnings, cancelled, which blocks customs clearance.
Regulations, portals and fees change frequently. Requirements are confirmed product by product during our applicability review. Global Approbation is a consultancy; certificates are issued by the relevant authority, accredited certification body or notified body.