Connectivity in Egypt: what are the rules for travelers?

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Connectivity — Egypt

What travelers need to know about connectivity in Egypt. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

Short answer

Connectivity in Egypt: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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PROHIBITED

The Egyptian government does not allow visitors to enter with satellite phones; any brought in will be confiscated and not returned.

Confiscation, device not returned

§ US State Dept — Egypt

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