The Philippine Embassy in Cairo has suggested undocumented Filipinos in Egypt to legalize their residency by March 15, 2024.

The earlier deadline for foreigners dwelling illegally in Egypt to regularize their standing was set on December 15 of final 12 months, based on a decree issued by the Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, VisaGuide.World stories.

Nevertheless, on December 16, 2023, the Egyptian authorities extended the grace interval for one more three months.

As per this Decree, foreigners in search of vacationer and non-tourist residence permits should present proof of cost of all related charges, e.g., residency charges, late fines, residence card issuance, and so on., in US {dollars} or equal foreign exchange.

The Philippine Embassy additionally reminded all international employees in Egypt to acquire work permits and licenses from the Ministry of Manpower and its associated places of work.

No Permits for Foreigners Wishing to Work as Family Staff

Via an advisory posted on its Fb web page, the Embassy highlighted that Egyptian authorities is not going to situation work permits for these meaning to work as family workers.

Tright here are not any work visas and permits being issued to foreigners who want to work as family employees (or kasambahay) in Egypt.

The Embassy additionally famous that Egyptian spouses are accountable for helping their companion and kids in buying Egyptian residence visas, marriage (and delivery) certificates, and IDs. As well as, it suggested the foreigners to make sure they’ve their legitimate passports in possession.

Keep in mind: you should all the time have your legitimate passport in your possession. Your employer and/or sponsor mustn’t maintain your passport for any motive.

85% of Filipinos Residing in Egypt Final Yr Had been Girls

Based on the Philippine Embassy’s knowledge, 2,002 Filipinos have been dwelling in Egypt as of February 2023. Of these, 1,696 (85 %) have been ladies, whereas 306 (15 %) have been males.

Based on the Embassy, practically 50 % of Filipinos residing in Egypt throughout that interval have been employed within the casual sector and carried out expert work.

About ten % accounted for college kids at native colleges, comparable to Al-Azhar College. In the meantime, the remaining have been staying with their Egyptian spouses and kids.

The Philippine Embassy in Egypt inspired all Filipino residents residing within the nation, together with their youngsters, to register within the designated on-line kind in an effort to guarantee correct illustration.