Egypt launches digital platform for environmental impact assessments, ending paper filings

Egypt has activated the IDEIA digital system for environmental impact assessments, replacing paper submissions effective November 1.

• Minister Manal Awad issued Ministerial Decision No. 653 of 2026, launching the IDEIA digital system for receiving environmental impact assessment requests on October 7.
• Paper submissions of requests, studies, and environmental forms will cease on November 1, 2026, with only electronic filings accepted.
• Awad said investors and consultants can submit requests electronically and track their progress through the issuance of environmental approval.
• Awad said the system supports Egypt's digital transformation, easing investment procedures and advancing green investment.