Pyramids, pharaohs, and the cradle of civilization
Capital
Cairo
Language
Arabic
Currency
Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Best Time
October–April
Safety
Moderate (3/5)
Visa Information
Visa on Arrival or e-Visa for US, UK, Canada, Australia, and most EU citizens. 30 days, single or multiple entry.
How to Apply
E-Visa at visa2egypt.gov.eg (recommended) or Visa on Arrival at Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh airports. Pay $25 USD single entry.
Processing Time
E-Visa: 5–7 business days. VOA: instant.
Cost
Single entry: $25 USD. Multiple entry: $60 USD.
Tips
E-Visa is faster than the VOA queue.
Passport must be valid for 6+ months with 1 blank page.
Carry small USD bills for visa payment on arrival.
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Safety & Health
3/5
Tourist sites are well-guarded. Cairo has aggressive touts, scams, and chaotic traffic. Resort areas (Sharm el-Sheikh, Hurghada) are very safe. Sinai Peninsula has security restrictions.
Common Scams
Aggressive camel ride operators at pyramids demanding inflated prices.
Perfume and papyrus shop tours where drivers get commission.
Fake 'closed' monuments — someone claims a site is closed then offers a private tour for a fee.
Health Tips
Drink only bottled water. Avoid salads and raw vegetables from street vendors.
Heat exhaustion is a serious risk — carry water always.
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended.
Routine vaccines up to date.
Water Safety
Never drink tap water. Bottled water is cheap and everywhere.
Travel Warnings
Avoid North Sinai and border areas with Libya and Sudan. Follow government advisories. Protests can occur in Cairo. Tourist police are present at major sites.
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Egypt
Emergency contacts
Police122
Ambulance123
Fire180
Tourist helpline126
Country code+20
CurrencyEgyptian Pound (EGP)
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Cultural Tips
Do's
Dress modestly, especially outside resort areas.
Bargain at markets — it's expected and part of the culture.
Visit the Egyptian Museum and Valley of the Kings — world-class history.
Don'ts
Don't photograph military installations or police.
Don't enter mosques during prayer time without permission.
Don't accept unsolicited 'help' at tourist sites — it always comes with a price demand.
Tipping
Baksheesh (tipping) is a way of life. Tip everyone who provides a service: EGP 10–50 for small services, 10–15% at restaurants, EGP 50–100+ for tour guides per person.
Dress Code
Modest clothing essential. Women should cover shoulders and knees outside resorts. Headscarves recommended for mosque visits. Men should avoid shorts in non-tourist areas.
Religion
Muslim majority with significant Coptic Christian minority. Respect Ramadan — don't eat, drink, or smoke in public during fasting hours. Remove shoes at mosques.
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