Are there customs or security checks when traveling between regions?

Yes, there are frequent security checkpoints throughout Egypt when traveling between regions by road, especially in sensitive border areas (Sinai, Western Desert, Red Sea coast, borders with Libya/Sudan), and on routes to major tourist destinations. Security officials may request your passport and inspect your vehicle and luggage. In some areas, permits are required—particularly for travel off main highways or to remote sites. These checks are intended to ensure safety and prevent smuggling or unauthorized movement, not to collect customs duties.