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82 Jobs in Alexandria

Friday marks the Islamic weekend, with Friday and Saturday closing most businesses; Eid bonuses and annual leave structure the Egyptian working calendar.

Jobs by occupation in Alexandria

• Retail Sales and Service jobs in Alexandria29
• Retail Managers jobs in Alexandria9

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Questions

• Who can legally work in Egypt?

  Egyptian nationals have unrestricted work rights; foreign nationals require sponsorship from an employer and a valid work permit from the Ministry of Manpower. Visas must align with employment contracts.

• What documents do employers typically request?

  Employers request the secondary school certificate (Thanaweya Amma), national ID (Raqam Qawmi), police clearance, and qualifications relevant to the role. Medical certificates may be required depending on sector.

• What types of employment contracts exist?

  Fixed-term contracts last one to five years; indefinite contracts continue until either party terminates with notice. Some roles operate on probationary periods of three to six months before formal confirmation.

• What are standard working hours?

  The legal maximum is 48 hours weekly, typically spread across five days from Sunday through Thursday. Daily hours usually run 8 to 9 hours with a lunch break.

• How is overtime handled?

  Overtime is paid at 25% above the regular hourly rate for hours beyond 48 weekly; work on Friday (the holy day) is paid at 50% premium. Employers must maintain overtime records.

• When does the working year pause?

  Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha bring extended public holidays; Coptic Christmas, Revolution Day, and Sinai Liberation Day also close government offices. Annual leave entitlements are typically 21 to 30 days depending on tenure.

• How frequently are workers paid?

  Monthly salaries are standard, paid by bank transfer on specified dates set by employer policy. Some employers offer advances or partial payments mid-month.

• What deductions appear on payslips?

  Income tax, social insurance contributions (paid to the Social Insurance Fund), and health insurance premiums are standard deductions. Union dues may apply in certain sectors.

• What benefits do employees typically receive?

  End-of-service gratuity accumulates throughout employment based on tenure and final salary; annual bonuses often coincide with Eid holidays. Health insurance and housing allowances are common in formal employment.

• Are there restrictions on working in specific sectors?

  Certain government, military, and security roles require Egyptian citizenship; foreign professionals work primarily in education, tourism, consulting, and multinational corporations. Professional licenses may be required for regulated fields.