Egypt to Keep Customs Ports Operating During Eid Al-Adha Holiday to Accelerate Cargo Clearance
The Egyptian government has decided to continue operations at customs ports and clearance centers starting from the second day of Eid Al-Adha in a move aimed at accelerating the release of imported goods and maintaining supply chain efficiency during the holiday period.
The decision comes within the framework of the government’s broader efforts to facilitate trade movement, reduce customs clearance times, and support the availability of goods and production inputs in local markets, particularly amid growing demand across various sectors.
According to official statements, customs authorities and relevant entities will continue working throughout the holiday period to ensure uninterrupted clearance procedures and prevent cargo accumulation at ports and logistics hubs.
The move is expected to support importers, manufacturers, and traders by speeding up the release of raw materials, industrial supplies, food products, and other strategic commodities, while also helping reduce storage costs and port congestion.
Government officials emphasized that maintaining operations during Eid reflects the state’s commitment to improving the efficiency of Egypt’s customs and logistics systems as part of ongoing economic and trade facilitation reforms.
The continued operation of customs outlets also aligns with broader efforts to enhance Egypt’s investment climate and strengthen the competitiveness of its ports and supply chain infrastructure through faster procedures and digital transformation initiatives.
Industry observers noted that accelerating customs clearance during holiday periods plays a key role in supporting industrial production continuity and ensuring stable market supply levels, particularly for sectors dependent on imported production inputs and essential goods.