Egypt is one of the world’s largest orange exporters. For importers planning the 2026/27 season, here is what to expect: when each variety ships, where Egyptian oranges went last season and how they are packed.
When Egyptian oranges ship
Navel oranges open the export season in December and run into early spring. Valencia oranges, the main late variety, ship from February to June. Mandarins run alongside navels from December. Exact dates depend on weather and orchard, so we confirm shipment windows with each offer.
What Egypt exported in 2025/26
Egypt exported 1,830,050 tonnes of oranges in the 2025/26 season, about 10% more than the season before, and 361,122 tonnes of mandarins, up 47%.1
| Destination | Oranges 2025/26 (t) |
|---|---|
| Europe (total) | 866,000 |
| of which Netherlands | 185,000 |
| Syria | 115,000 |
| India | 101,000 |
| United Arab Emirates | 79,500 |
| China | 35,400 |
Figures as published by FreshPlaza, 24 September 2026.1
Grades, counts and packing
- Grades: Class I and Class II.
- Counts: 48, 56, 64, 72, 80, 88, 100, 113 and 125 fruit per carton.
- Packing: 15 kg open-top cartons, wrapped or loose, fruit stickers on request.
- Shipping: 20 ft and 40 ft reefers from Egyptian seaports.
EU import checks
Egyptian oranges entering the EU remain on the list of products with increased official checks for pesticide residues, although the check frequency was reduced in 2026.2 Residue analysis per lot helps shipments clear faster.
Planning your programme
Navel programmes are usually booked in November, and Valencia programmes in January. Send us your specification and we will reply with a spec sheet and a CFR price.
Sources
- FreshPlaza: Egyptian citrus exports up 16% in 2025/26 (24 Sep 2026)
- AGRINFO: Temporary increased official controls, January 2026 update
