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Egypt proposes increase on fees paid by foreigners

Refugees in Egypt who are already struggling just to make ends meet are worried about the government’s proposal to increase the residency charge.
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It's going to cost more for foreigners — including refugees — to live in Egypt if pending legislation wins approval.

Human rights groups are concerned by proposed amendments that would allow the government to drastically increase fees on foreigners, their dependents and those accompanying them, such as nannies and tutors.

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