MOGAMMA

Huge administrative complex of Stalinist architecture, located Tahrir Square. Not so long ago, the visit was mandatory for registration formalities. It is now only indispensable for those who want a visa extension. In general, tourists keep a good memory of this instructive dive at the heart of Egyptian bureaucracy: large offices like closets where three or four public servants are involved, more or less occupied. Some do their prayers, others drink tea, swallow sandwiches, waiting for the service to end. One wonders why they would do more, for a ridiculous monthly wage. In the corridors, on the other hand, it's cohue. Strangers or Egyptians, who came to make administrative representations, moved from office to office, crossing a few shoe shooters on their way. Seedlings, a hand-in-hand, feed public servants in a cup of coffee and coffee. For fast execution, go early in the morning.