Illegal Foreign Currency Trading Cases Worth Over EGP 3 Million Seized in 24 Hours

Egypt's Ministry of Interior continued its crackdown on illegal foreign currency trading, seizing cases worth more than EGP 3 million within 24 hours.

  Sun , July 26 2026 / 06:15 PM Updated At: 2026-07-26 18:15:09

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Interior Ministry Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Currency Trading

Egypt's Ministry of Interior has continued its security campaigns targeting illegal foreign currency trading and black-market exchange activities, aiming to combat practices that negatively impact the national economy.

Seizures Exceed EGP 3 Million

Joint efforts by the Public Security Sector, the General Administration for Combating Public Funds Crimes, and local security directorates resulted in the seizure of several illegal foreign currency trading cases over the past 24 hours.

The total estimated value of the seized currencies exceeded EGP 3 million.

Legal Measures Taken

Authorities have taken all necessary legal actions against those involved, while security campaigns continue to combat illegal currency trading across the country.

How much were the seized currencies worth?

The total value exceeded EGP 3 million.

Which authorities carried out the operation?

The Public Security Sector, the General Administration for Combating Public Funds Crimes, and local security directorates.

What was the objective of the campaign?

To combat illegal foreign currency trading and black-market currency speculation.

Were legal actions taken?

Yes. Legal procedures have been initiated against those involved.

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