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Child Custody Age for a Son in Egypt: When Does It End?

Child custody in Egypt ends when the child reaches 15 full calendar years, for both boys and girls. After that age, the child chooses judicially whether to remain with the mother or move to the father.

Does Egypt's Cybercrime Law Apply to Foreigners?

Egypt's cybercrime law (Article 3) explicitly extends to non-Egyptians who commit offenses abroad if those acts affect Egypt or its interests.

How Bail Works in Egypt and Where to Request It

In Egypt, bail is set by the Public Prosecution or investigating judge, not private bondsmen. Payment is made at the court treasury in Egyptian pounds; amounts vary by charge and circumstances.

Grounds for Khul (Divorce Initiated by Wife) in Egypt: When Can a Wife Request It?

If you are considering ending your marriage without your husband's consent, khul is the legal procedure established by Egyptian law since 2000. However, it is neither as simple as some believe nor as complicated as others claim. Here is the complete picture.

Key provisions of Egypt's new Labour Law

Labour Law No. 14 of 2025 overhauls the worker–employer relationship: specialised labour courts, a 3% annual increment, fixed-term contracts capped at four years, four months' maternity leave, and the first statutory regulation of remote work.

Changing Your Name on an Egyptian Driving Licence: Steps and Documents

Changing your name on an Egyptian driving licence requires updating your National ID card first. Fees total approximately EGP 155–255, and the amended licence is usually issued the same day or within one week.

Grounds for divorce in Egypt under the Personal Status Law

If you are considering ending a marriage or want to understand your legal position before going to court, the grounds for divorce in Egypt under the Personal Status Law are not a uniform list. They differ depending on who is seeking the divorce: the husband has the right to…

What are a wife's financial entitlements after divorce in Egypt: what are you actually entitled to?

If you are going through a divorce in Egypt and wondering what financial entitlements you are due, the law grants you several separate monetary items, but each has its own conditions and calculation. These are not a single list but multiple accumulated rights.