Egypt Travel Visa

Egyptian immigration officials have occasionally denied entry to travelers without explanation. Be sure to visit the U.S. State Department website for the latest travel advisories related to Egypt. And it’s always important when traveling abroad to understand the health and vaccination protocols outlined by the Centers for Disease Control.

Travel tips:
Most major credit cards are widely accepted in Egyptian hotels and shops. Euros, U.S. dollars and British sterling are also accepted in many places, but your money will go much further if you change it to Egyptian pounds. Tipping is expected, whether the service is good or not. It is wise to carry plenty of coins and small bills for tipping. Tap water in Egypt is safe to drink but is heavily chlorinated and doesn’t taste good. You’ll be hard-pressed to find toilet paper in most public restrooms in Egypt, and many restrooms charge a fee to enter. The pyramids and sphinx are not that far from the taxi entrance. It’s best to get dropped off at the entrance and walk 5-10 minutes to the sites.