Egypt Daily News – Egyptian National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA) has urged users who are required to pay mobile phone device fees to do so promptly within the specified deadline, which is no later than March 31.
“Telecommunications Regulatory Authority: Smuggled Devices to Be Disabled Starting April 7”
In an official statement, the NTRA confirmed that, as of April 7, 2025, all non-compliant devices and those for which fees have not been paid will be disabled across all mobile networks in Egypt.
“NTRA and Customs Begin Implementing Regulations for Imported Phones”
Since January 1, 2025, the Egyptian Customs Authority has enforced new regulations for imported phones intended for commercial use. Phone owners are required to register their devices via the “Telefoni” app within 90 days. If the customs fees are not paid within this period, the phone will cease to function with Egyptian SIM cards.
The NTRA, in cooperation with the Egyptian Customs Authority, emphasized that the new regulations do not introduce additional taxes on imported phones. However, owners must pay customs fees amounting to 38.5% of the phone’s value if it is determined that the device is not for personal use or a gift, in accordance with the law.
Additionally, the Customs Authority warned that smuggled phones sold in 2025 under the pretense of having an international warranty will require the owner to register on the “Telefoni” app and pay customs duties, which include:
- 14% Value-Added Tax (VAT)
- 10% Customs Duty
- 5% Development Fee
- 5% Fee for the NTRA
- 4.5% Fees for other regulatory bodies
