The Egyptian Ministry of Justice has issued a new decision regarding individuals who have been sentenced in cases of refusal to pay alimony. This decision includes the suspension of new government services if a final and enforceable judgment is issued. The decision was made after reviewing the constitution and relevant laws and regulations, including the Penal Code No. 58 of 1937, amended by Law No. 6 of 2020.
The decision, published in the Official Gazette on Tuesday, amends the first article of the Minister of Justice's decision No. 896 of 2026. This amendment adds the ministries and services listed therein to the list of services whose use will be suspended for those against whom a judgment has been issued. These suspensions will remain in effect until the suspension decision is terminated according to the procedures outlined in the Minister of Justice's decision No. 1728 of 2026.
The Ministry of Interior will suspend services such as issuing and renewing professional driving licenses and licenses to carry weapons for individuals working in facility security. The Ministry of Health and Population will also suspend services, including issuing and renewing licenses for medical facilities and practicing medical professions.
The Ministry of Transport will suspend services related to issuing licenses to operate public transportation companies, both domestically and internationally. The Ministry of Industry's General Authority for Standards and Quality will also suspend several services, including the sale of Egyptian standard specifications, subscription services, obtaining Egyptian quality marks, and issuing halal certificates for food products.
The Industrial Regulation Authority will suspend services such as conducting technical studies to estimate usage rates and waste percentages for imported and local raw materials used in production. The National Accreditation Council will also suspend services related to testing, calibration, and inspection, as well as issuing certificates for management systems, products, and individuals.
The decision also includes the suspension of services provided by the Executive Agency for Industrial Projects, such as issuing and renewing contracts for owning and renting units in industrial complexes and areas. The General Authority for Industrial Development will suspend services related to issuing construction permits for industrial facilities, connecting utilities, and issuing operating licenses.
The decision will take effect as of Wednesday, September 30, as stated in the second article. This move aims to enforce judgments related to alimony payments and ensure that individuals comply with their financial obligations.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has introduced new measures to enforce alimony payments by suspending various government services for those who refuse to pay.
- The suspension of services will be implemented for individuals against whom a final and enforceable judgment has been issued.
- The decision includes a wide range of services across various ministries, including Interior, Health, Transport, Industry, and others.
