Travel advice for Egypt.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Egypt.

Travel money:

Prepaid Travel credit card

in Swiss francs (CHF)

  • For ATM cash withdrawals

  • For cashless payments in shops, restaurants, hotels, and online

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Banknotes

in euro (EUR)

  • Exchange cash into local currency outside larger urban areas

Local currency / ISO Code

Egyptian Pound EGP

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Customary credit cards are accepted in most places. For more detailed information, please contact the credit card issuer.

ATM Search

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+ 1h

Capital

Cairo (Al-Qahirah)

National language

Official language

Arabic

Language capabilities

English and French

Voltage

220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug

Opening hours

Banks

8.30 - 14.00 h (Sun - Thu)

Stores

10.00 - 21.00 h (Sun - Thu)

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Security
  • Despite increased security measures there is a risk of terrorist attacks at any time throughout the country, this also includes the seaside resorts.

  • Observe elementary safety precautions.

  • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

  • Avoid nighttime driving.

Driving
  • International driver's license required.

  • Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).

  • Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Cultural characteristics
  • Egypt is a predominantly Moslem country. Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.

  • Ramadan 2019: 05.05. - 04.06.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Kairo, 10 Abdel Khalek Sarwat Street
Tel. +202 2575 82 84

Other information

Security

  • Despite increased security measures there is a risk of terrorist attacks at any time throughout the country, this also includes the seaside resorts.

  • Observe elementary safety precautions.

  • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

  • Avoid nighttime driving.

Special legal regulations

  • Photographing persons wearing an uniform, military installations and public buildings (airports, bridges etc.) is prohibited.

  • Severe penalties for violations of drug laws (up to life imprisonment/death penalty).

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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