New Travel Restrictions on Palestinians Living in Gaza

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  • September 27, 2021
New Travel Restrictions on Palestinians Living in Gaza

The Egyptian side, which is responsible for managing the crossing from the Palestinian side, has reported to the Palestinian side a large list of prohibitions on passengers travelling through the crossing, particularly those from the Egyptian side, and has circulated them to all passengers.

The list of Egyptian prohibitions included some dual-use items; Civilian and military. Emphasis has also been placed on banning all children's wireless toys, fireworks, some electrical tools and car parts.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Gaza Strip issued a warning to passengers about the prohibited goods allowed through the crossing, explaining that the passenger was allowed to carry only 5000 Egyptian pounds and 10,000 dollars, including the sum of all currencies.

The carrying of personal gold is permitted, and the quantities for the trade are confiscated and the name of the traveller is included in the travel ban lists.

Medicine is allowed for 3 packs of each type for personal use or for relatives, but in a small way, although it is a medicine for serious diseases, a prescription must be carried to explain it. Quantities are confiscated, and when carrying prohibited drugs, you are investigated for smuggling. "

Computer flashes, memos, and more than one Laptop, are confiscated, especially if it's not personal, sometimes opened and searched inside.

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