An Egyptian man who converted from Islam to Christianity is facing terrorism-related charges after attempting to update his official identification documents to reflect his new faith, according to advocacy groups.

The man, Said Abdelrazek, is scheduled to appear before the First Criminal Terrorism Circuit in Badr on April 21, a court critics say operates with limited transparency. The case was first highlighted by International Christian Concern, which warned that the court has drawn scrutiny from international observers over due process concerns.

Egyptian law requires citizens to list their religion on government-issued documents, but only Islam, Christianity, and Judaism are officially recognized. While conversion itself is not explicitly outlawed, legal experts and advocacy organizations say individuals who leave Islam often face prosecution under broadly defined national security or public order statutes.

According to U.S. Department of State reporting, approximately 90 percent of Egypt’s population is Sunni Muslim, while about 10 percent is Christian, most of whom belong to the Coptic Orthodox Church.

Advocates argue that Abdelrazek’s case reflects broader risks faced by religious converts in Egypt, where societal and institutional pressures can converge. In many instances, individuals who convert from Islam encounter harassment, legal complications, or community backlash.

The watchdog group Open Doors has documented ongoing challenges for Christians in the country, noting that much of the pressure occurs at the local level, including harassment, forced displacement, and accusations of blasphemy.

Converts are often at the highest risk, as leaving Islam can trigger both legal scrutiny and social retaliation. Critics say cases like Abdelrazek’s raise serious questions about religious liberty and the use of terrorism statutes in situations involving personal belief.

His upcoming court appearance is expected to draw international attention as human rights groups continue to monitor the proceedings.