How long before an Egyptian SIM card gets blocked for long-term use in Hurghada?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 25 days ago
TL;DR
Egyptian SIM cards typically get blocked after around 90 days of continuous use, sometimes sooner. Some cards last over a year, but all are at risk under the current regulations.
What the community said
A SIM that had been registered on the Egyptian network for a long time still eventually got blocked — but held out for over a year after the regulation came into force. The timeline varies, but blocking seems inevitable sooner or later.
25 days ago Over 1 year before blocking (in some cases)
Whether you use the SIM for a week or three months makes little difference — once 90 days pass, blocking is unavoidable.
25 days ago 90 days — blocking threshold
Some users report getting blocked even before 90 days — leaving and re-entering Egypt can trigger the block regardless of how long the SIM was active.
25 days ago Blocking possible before 90 days
Using a SIM for more than 90 consecutive days is the main trigger for blocking. Active call usage — even personal calls, not just work — does not prevent it.
25 days ago 90+ days = blocked