ACCORDING TO THE FOREIGN OFFICE, YOU MAY BE DENIED ENTRY UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES 18:36, 20 May 2025 The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has updated their advice for anyone

travelling to Egypt. The advice centres around entry for people whose gender expression or physical appearance does not match the sex marker in their passport. According to the Foreign

Office, you may be denied entry if your gender expression or physical appearance does not match the sex marker in your passport or your passport photograph. And according to Outright

International, LGBTIQ individuals in Egypt continue to experience significant repression and discrimination, aggravated by laws that indirectly target same-sex activity. Attitudes towards

countries criminalise diverse gender expression or identity through cross-dressing and disguise laws. To reduce the risks, the Foreign Office advises people to prepare well and research your

destination in advance, including legal restrictions and social attitudes. BEFORE YOU TRAVEL Always find out about the local laws and social attitudes towards same-sex relationships and

gender expression and identity in the country and area you’re visiting. In some countries, you may find that cities, or specific areas of cities, are more tolerant, but rural areas are less

tolerant. Research everywhere you intend to go, not just at a country level. Some hotels, especially in rural areas, may refuse bookings from same-sex couples – check before you go. When

planning to travel, you may wish to: * buy a good guide book: many specialise in advice to LGBT+ travellers or include an LGBT+ section * view online discussion forums, blogs and the LGBT+

media * check the map on the International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex Association’s website, which highlights potentially dangerous regions and countries * check with your

travel agent or tour operator for information about the local LGBT+ scene, particularly in popular holiday destinations * research local and regional LGBT+ groups’ websites, which can often

offer the best information and advice on local laws and attitudes * check the ‘Local laws and customs’ section of our country travel advice page WHILE YOU’RE ABROAD In some countries,

consensual same-sex sexual activity is illegal and there may be severe penalties. In countries where same-sex activity is legal, levels of tolerance and acceptance in society may still vary

hugely. In some places public displays of affection may receive unwanted attention. Many of the Foreign Office country travel advice pages include country-specific information for LGBT+

travellers. When you are abroad, you should be aware that: * even in LGBT+ friendly countries, violence or stigma against LGBT+ people can occur. Take the same precautions you would at home

* in some countries, entrapment campaigns may target LGBT+ people, including through popular dating apps. Take sensible precautions when making arrangements to meet people you don’t know

well * if you receive unwelcome attention or unwelcome remarks related to your sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, it’s usually best to move away to a safe place. Depending

on the country or area you’re in, you may then want to report it to the authorities * local LGBT+ inclusive charities, organisations or travel agents may be able to support you if you need

help while abroad Article continues below HOW FCDO CAN HELP If you have difficulties abroad, ask the local British embassy, high commission or consulate for help. The Foreign Office said

they will not make generalisations, assumptions or judgements. FCDO staff monitor and record incidents brought to their attention by British nationals about the treatment they have received

from host authorities. They said they regularly raise issues of concern with the relevant authority.