Unfair dismissal - Egypt

Unfair dismissal in Egypt

When termination in Egypt counts as unfair dismissal, what you are owed, and how to prove it, under قانون العمل المصري.

What makes a dismissal unfair

The essentials:

Termination without a legitimate work-related reason.
Dismissal in retaliation for a complaint or a claim of right.
Failure to follow the formalities required by قانون العمل المصري, such as notice or an investigation.
Dismissal during a protected period such as sick or maternity leave.

What to watch:

Compensation for unfair dismissal, on top of ordinary dues.
Payment in lieu of notice where notice was not given.
Start with مكتب العمل ثم المحاكم العمالية and keep every communication about the termination.
Time limits are short: check the deadline before anything else.

What about constructive dismissal?

If you were forced to resign or conditions were made impossible, it may be treated as dismissal; it is a question of evidence.

Is my contract enough to prove it?

The contract is the starting point; proof turns on the stated reason and whether it fits the facts.

Can the assistant draft my complaint?

Yes, once you give the facts, dates and the stated reason.

Describe the facts and name your jurisdiction for an answer grounded in the text.