20/09/2025
Are you traveling to Egypt for the first time and don't know how to properly prepare for your trip? 🤔🇪🇬!! ️
🥰 We've prepared detailed information for you so that preparation doesn't cause additional stress. 🤩👇👇
Required Documents. !! ️👇
1. Passport. !! ️
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your departure date to Egypt.
2. Visa. !! ️
You need a visa to enter Egypt!! ️ (When traveling and vacationing in the Sinai Peninsula, a visa is not required for stays up to 15 days).
There are several options for obtaining a visa:
E-Visa. 👇
Apply online before your trip:
https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg
Price: Approximately $25 (valid for 30 days).
Processing Time: Typically a few days.
Visa on arrival (in Cairo or other international airports).
It also costs ~$25. 🇪🇬
3. Travel Insurance. 👇
It should include:
Health insurance;
Emergency evacuation;
Loss/damage insurance.
💰 Money and Payments. 🤑
1. Currency. 👇💸
Egyptian Pound (EGP), symbol: £E or LE
1 Euro = 55 Egyptian Pounds (check the latest exchange rates in advance). 🤑
2. What to Bring. 👇🤑
Cash in Euros or US Dollars: Cash is available in Egypt.
Exchange at the airport, at exchange offices, or at trusted banks.
Credit/Debit Cards: Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted at major hotels, restaurants, and tourist attractions.
Always carry cash with you—many places only accept cash.
Use major bank ATMs (avoid ATMs). 💸
3. Tipping (baksheesh). 🤑
Tips are an important part of Egyptian culture. are useful for: 👇
Standby staff;
Guides;
Toilet attendants;
Drivers.
👕 Clothing and what to wear!! ️👇
Egypt is hot and sunny, and conservative clothing is recommended - especially outside of tourist areas.
1. Climate. ☀️
Very hot during the day, ( summer) cooler in the evening (especially in desert areas).
Winter is excellent weather
2. Clothing. 🥻
Light, breathable clothing - cotton and linen. ☀️
Long sleeves and pants - sun protection and cultural respect. 🤗
Head Cover - Useful when visiting mosques or temples. 🥻
Swimwear - Appropriate for resorts/beaches, not appropriate in public places.
Sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen. ☀️
Comfortable walking shoes/sandals. 🩴🥿
Optional: One or more dramatic outfits if you plan to go to dinner or restaurants. 🥰
3. For female travelers. 🙋🏼 ♀️
Loose-fitting clothing is more comfortable and appropriate for Egyptian culture. 🤗
A light scarf can be used to cover your shoulders or head if necessary. 🙋🏼 ♀️
💊 Health and Safety. 👇!! ️
1. Vaccinations. !! ️
There are no mandatory vaccines, but doctors recommend the following: 👇
Hepatitis A and B.
2. Medications. 💊
Take the basic travel medication kit:
Anti-diarrheal medications (Modium, activated charcoal);
Beauty salts;
Pain relievers;
Sunscreen, insect repellent;
All prescription medications (in original containers). 💊
🌍 Cultural and safety tips. !! ️👇
Egypt is a relatively safe country for tourists, but:
Be careful in markets and with taxis due to high prices;
Avoid political discussions or protests;
Respect local customs and dress;
Fridays are holy days - some businesses may be closed during the day. ☀️
📱 Mobile phone and internet connection. !! ️👇
Buy a local SIM card at the airport or not (Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat)
Mobile data is cheap and useful for maps, translation, and booking tours. 🤗
✈️ The ultimate checklist before you go. !! ️👇
✅ A passport valid for more than 6 months;
✅ E-Visa or approved visa upon arrival;
✅ Travel insurance documents;
✅ EUR/USD cash + credit/debit card;
✅ Light, modest clothing + swimwear;
✅ First aid kit + personal medications;
✅ Local SIM card or purchase plan;
If you have any questions, please contact me and I'll be happy to answer them individually. 🤗☀️❤️
Have a wonderful vacation in Egypt! 🇪🇬❤️
Luxor guide
