In line with presidential directives emphasizing proactive measures to combat illegal migration, safeguard national security, and uphold the dignity of citizens and residents in Egypt—while also fulfilling Egypt’s international commitments in this regard—investigations conducted by the Administrative Control Authority have successfully uncovered an organized criminal network engaged in facilitating the illegal migration of individuals from various governorates to foreign countries. The network operated by forging official documents attributed to government and private entities to obtain entry visas from foreign embassies in Egypt.

Upon presenting the findings to the Public Prosecutor, authorization was granted to arrest and search the suspects. In coordination with the Ministry of Interior, law enforcement successfully apprehended all nine members of the criminal organization before they could complete the unlawful migration of several individuals. Additionally, authorities seized equipment, tools, and official seals used in forging documents, along with sums of money in various currencies. Following their arrest, the suspects were referred to the Egyptian Public Prosecution, which ordered their pretrial detention and the continuation of investigations.