Egypt to ban street photography that can ‘damage country’s image’

Photography will be banned in Egypt.

Egypt is going to change how it regulates photography.

The practice of Egyptian authorities confiscating camera equipment and stopping people from taking photos and videos has been brought to the attention of foreign vloggers.

Egyptian nationals and foreign tourists have complained that authorities have demanded permits for shooting in public areas, and at times seized cameras and forbidden shooting even if a permit is in place.

The Egyptian government backtracked on Wednesday, announcing that it had approved new regulations for photography.

Digital cameras, video cameras and traditional cameras will not be charged for taking photographs. It said that there was no need for a permit.

Some restrictions have not been lifted.

It is forbidden to take or share photographs of scenes that can damage the country's image.

The authorities have the power to determine what constitutes damage to the country's image.

There are restrictions on photographing children and commercial photography.