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Egypt Unveils Advanced New Designs for Diplomatic and Special Passports
Egypt IndependentAugust 20, 2026 at 11:27 AM0 views
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Palestinian passports are displayed in Obour City, Egypt, on July 15, 2025.
Egypt’s Minister of Interior has issued a decree adopting new official designs for the country’s diplomatic, special, and official service passports, updating their security features and physical specifications.
Key updates
The decree officially replaces the older passport designs and repeals the previous Ministerial Decree No. 2331 of 2008, alongside any conflicting regulations.
Legal basis
Issued following an official request from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs dated July 1, 2026, the decision aligns with Law #97 of 1959 governing Egyptian passports.
Effective date
The new specifications take effect the day after their publication in the official gazette.
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