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Photography & Drones — Egypt
What travelers need to know about photography & drones in Egypt. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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Get alerted when this changesLawLert pings you if Photography & Drones law changes in Egypt. Free.Get the free appPhotography & Drones in Egypt: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.
PROHIBITED
It is illegal to photograph police stations, military barracks, and certain other sensitive public buildings in Egypt.
Questioning by authorities, fines, or delayed travel
§ US State Dept — EgyptPROHIBITED
Bringing any drone into Egypt, including small personal ones, is strictly prohibited; drones are confiscated and not returned.
Confiscation; severe penalties in extreme cases
§ US State Dept — EgyptRecommended for travelers · partner
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