The Central Bank of Egypt released a core set of financial inclusion indicators as part of its periodic follow-up of the Financial Inclusion Strategy (2022–2025), showing a further rise in the share of citizens (aged 15 and above) who own and use an active transaction account. The number reached 53.8 million in June 2025 out of 70.5 million citizens, equivalent to 76.3%, up from 74.8% in December 2024. The indicators also recorded higher inclusion among women (70% in June 2025 versus 68.8% in December 2024) and youth (54.4% versus 53.1%). Active transaction accounts include bank accounts, Egypt Post accounts, mobile wallets, and prepaid cards; the release also noted that youth measures include enabling account openings from age 15, and that overall financial inclusion increased by 214% between 2016 and June 2025.
Central Bank of Egypt 2025-09-03
Central Bank of Egypt publishes financial inclusion indicators showing 53.8 million active transaction account users
The Central Bank of Egypt reported an increase in financial inclusion, with 76.3% of citizens aged 15 and above owning active transaction accounts as of June 2025, up from 74.8% in December 2024. The data also showed improved inclusion among women and youth, with respective increases to 70% and 54.4%. Overall financial inclusion has risen by 214% since 2016.