Do you need a child’s birth certificate to enter Egypt if the parent and child have different last names?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 16 days ago
TL;DR
Yes, it’s best to carry the child’s birth certificate when entering Egypt, especially if the parent and child have different surnames. It is not checked in every case, but border staff may ask for proof of relationship and the document can prevent delays.
What the community said
The safest option is to carry the original birth certificate. In Egypt, it is the standard document used to prove the relationship between the parent and child when their surnames do not match.
16 days ago birth certificate
Even when the surnames are the same, passport control may still ask for proof of relationship. It does not happen every time, but not having the birth certificate can lead to extra questioning and delays at the border.
16 days ago passport control
If the mother and child have different last names, the birth certificate is usually enough as long as it shows the mother’s name. The parent’s passport alone is not considered a substitute for proof of relationship.
16 days ago different surnames