The Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA) has called on taxpayers and registered entities with unresolved tax disputes to take advantage of upcoming settlement deadlines.
Rasha Abdel Aal, Head of the ETA, emphasized the urgency of submitting settlement requests under two key laws aimed at resolving outstanding tax cases.
Under Law No. 5 of 2025, taxpayers with disputes predating January 1, 2020, must file their settlement applications by May 12.
Additionally, businesses with cases still under review by tax appeal committees or courts can seek resolution under Law No. 160 of 2024, with a final deadline of June 30.
Government’s Commitment to Resolving Disputes
Abdel Aal reassured taxpayers that dispute resolution committees will continue to review and process settlement requests up until the respective deadlines.
The Ministry of Finance remains committed to working alongside businesses to settle disputes efficiently. This collaborative approach is designed to ease financial burdens, sustain business operations, and promote economic growth.
Simplified Online Submission Process
To streamline the process, the ETA has made settlement forms accessible on its electronic portal, enabling taxpayers to submit requests conveniently online.
Available forms include:
- Tax Dispute Settlement Form under Law No. 5 of 2025
- Request for Tax Accounting on Real Estate Transactions and Unlisted Securities under Article 7 of the same law
- Dispute Termination Request Form under Law No. 160 of 2024
Once submitted, the relevant tax office will proceed with legal procedures to finalize each case in coordination with the dispute review process.
Benefits of Settlement and Taxpayer Relief
Abdel Aal highlighted that these laws present a vital opportunity for taxpayers to resolve long-standing disputes and realign with the tax system.
Law No. 160 of 2024 is part of a broader tax relief strategy aimed at expediting case resolutions, ensuring tax fairness, and fostering a more stable investment climate.
Meanwhile, Law No. 5 of 2025 introduces flexible payment options, allowing taxpayers to settle outstanding liabilities in four quarterly installments instead of twelve, with no additional interest on estimated assessments.
Toward a Digital Tax System
She further stressed that resolving tax disputes is a crucial step toward Egypt’s digital tax transformation. The ETA is actively enhancing online services and automating tax procedures to foster greater transparency and strengthen trust between taxpayers and authorities.
These legislative changes directly address taxpayer concerns, facilitating quicker case resolutions through mutually beneficial solutions.
Final Call to Taxpayers
With the deadlines fast approaching, businesses and individuals are encouraged to seize this opportunity to clear tax disputes and ensure compliance with Egypt’s evolving tax framework.
