This study, a collaborative endeavour by a distinguished cadre of researchers, brings together the esteemed Cairo University, specifically the Faculty of Economics and Political Science and its promising Migration Research Unit (MRU), in a fruitful partnership with the active Cairo Office of
the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
The research centres on the migrant community, which has exceeded nine million individuals residing in Egypt as guests and newcomers. The study aims to analyse the extent of migrant integration into Egyptian society through a historical/inductive approach, examining key indicators such as proficiency in the dominant language of the host society, access to the labour market, family reunification, political participation and naturalization to acquire civil rights within the host country — criteria widely recognized in the scholarly literature.
Accordingly, the study is grounded in a comprehensive methodology combining a review of the theoretical literature on migrant integration issues with an examination of successful case studies in the Middle East and North Africa region, with a particular emphasis on models most relevant to the Egyptian context. Methodologically, the analysis is supported by in-depth interviews to analyse the perspectives of civil society organizations and stakeholders, elucidating their perceptions and opinions regarding Egypt's migrant integration policies.
Furthermore, the study meticulously observes and analyses the policies, decisions, and procedures implemented by the Government of Egypt concerning migration and asylum.