Egypt Extends Period for Legalizing Status of Illegal Foreigners

The Egyptian⁢ Council of Ministers has agreed to extend the period for legalizing the status of illegal⁣ foreigners ‍on its territory. This decision was made in response to a draft resolution proposed by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly.

The extension ​will allow foreigners living in the‍ country illegally to regulate their status and legalize​ their residence for an additional year. This ‌decision is subject to the ‌controls and⁣ rules outlined in the Prime Minister’s Decision No. 3326 from 2023.

A⁢ significant number of Sudanese, Syrians, Yemenis, and other nationalities who are not eligible to​ live in Egypt or have entered⁤ the country illegally will benefit from this decision.

Increased Smuggling Attempts

There has been a surge in Sudanese‌ attempting to enter Egypt through⁣ smuggling routes, particularly after the Rapid Aid Forces entered the province of Al-Jazira and other states.

Initially, Egyptian authorities allowed ⁤Sudanese‍ fleeing the war to ⁢cross into Egypt through simplified procedures, even for those without passports. However, as the war continued,⁣ procedures became​ more complicated, and obtaining a visa became increasingly difficult.

This led many to attempt to enter⁣ Egypt through smuggling routes, which has become a significant challenge for authorities.