Description
The Egyptian parliament passed law No. 140 for the year 2019 amending law No. 89 for the year 1960 on the entry and residency of foreigners in Egypt, and law No. 26 for the year 1975 regarding the Egyptian Nationality. The amendments focused on the right of the prime minister to grant citizenship to foreigners. The amendment also established a unit in the council of ministers specialized in considering citizenship applications.
Date Adopted / Created / Concluded
Thematic Area
Admissions
Visas and Residency Permits
Sub-theme
Entry, exit and residency permits
Country
Egypt
Policy Type
National
Document
URL Arabic