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The Egyptian passport is an official document of dark green color with the coat of arms of the country on the cover, issued to citizens of the country for identification and international travel. It is valid for 7 years and is not subject to renewal. At the end of the period, you need to get a new one. Holders of an Egyptian passport can visit more than 50 countries of the world without a visa, as well as enjoy the right to consular support abroad and simplified entry to most Arab states.
How do I get an Egyptian passport?
A person who has citizenship by birth or has passed the naturalization procedure can receive a document. The main categories of persons include citizens born in the country to local parents, Egyptian spouses, as well as children born abroad from one or both parents with an Egyptian passport. For foreigners, the path begins with obtaining a residence permit and meeting a number of conditions, such as living in the country for 5 years, knowledge of the Arabic language, no criminal record and a stable income to provide for themselves and their family.
The main ways to obtain an Egyptian passport:
- Naturalization.
- Through marriage to an Egyptian citizen.
- By origin (by birth).
- Through investments.
- For special services.
The process of obtaining a passport requires the provision of an official statement, supporting documents and passing security checks. An important requirement is to maintain the status of a temporary resident without violations of migration legislation, which increases the chances of a positive decision.
How do I get it?
In order for a foreign citizen to obtain Egyptian residency, it is necessary to go through a number of procedures, including meeting the established requirements and collecting the necessary documents. The process may vary depending on the program, but in any case, the main steps remain similar:
Determining the appropriate way to obtain permanent residency, for example, through marriage, investment, or naturalization.
Sending the application to the Egyptian Ministry of the Interior, which accepts and processes the application.
Preparation of the applicant's dossier – passport, marriage certificate, proof of financial solvency and others, depending on the chosen basis.
Payment of state fees for application processing and paperwork.
Waiting for the result of checks, such as the absence of a threat to national security, passing medical tests.
Upon positive consideration of the request for permanent residence, an application for a passport is issued.
Egyptian Citizenship Law
This provision is regulated by Law No. 26 «On Citizenship» of 1975. The legislative act defines the basic conditions and procedures for the acquisition, loss and restoration of an Egyptian passport.
The law covers various ways to obtain a national identity card, including birth, naturalization, marriage and other grounds. The regulatory framework also defines the rights and obligations of Egyptians and the conditions under which one can lose the status of a resident of the country. For example, in case of violation of certain rules or commission of crimes against the state.
Passport documents
To obtain Egyptian citizenship, it is necessary to collect and prepare the following personal documentation:
- An application for a passport. A completed form provided at the Migration service office.
- A valid residence permit. Confirmation of legal stay in Egypt.
- The birth certificate is the original and a copy.
- An identity card with up-to-date data and a photo.
- The marriage certificate (if applicable) is the original and a copy.
- Certificate of no criminal record.
- 4-6 passport-sized photos.
How much does an Egyptian passport cost?
The deadline for producing a document for local residents after the deadline is 15 days. The procedure involves the payment of an administrative fee – 50 EGP or $1. As for foreign citizens who want to get a passport, it is made in 7-15 days and costs 900 EGP (equivalent to $18).
The cost of obtaining a document consists of various expenses, including government fees and fees for processing documents. For example, the price of a standard naturalization procedure may include payment for the submitted application form and the issuance of an identity card. The total costs can range from $100 to $500, depending on the applicant's personal circumstances.
If we are talking about obtaining a passport through investments, then a more substantial amount will be required. Investors must invest at least $250,000 in the country's economy or purchase real estate worth at least $300,000. Depending on the chosen program, the total costs can reach up to several hundred thousand dollars.
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