Egypt: COVID-19 Travel Information

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COVID-19 Statistics

	Total Cases	515,645
	New Cases	0
	Population	105,933,668
	Last Updated	16 May 2022 03:21am

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General

Egypt has opened its airports.

Can I Travel to Egypt?

• It is now possible to travel to Egypt.
• All arrivals to Egypt must complete a monitoring card and provide proof of health insurance when arriving.

Do I need to go into quarantine when arriving to Egypt?

There is no requirement to quarantine when arriving to Egypt.

Are COVID-19 tests required to travel to Egypt?

• Health screenings will take place upon arrival to Egypt, and all arrivals are required to fill in a health declaration.
• All arrivals will be required to present a negative PCR test, no older than 72 hours, depending on origin. Proof of health insurance must also be shown.
• Arrivals from Japan, China, Thailand, North America, South America, London Heathrow (LHR), Paris, and Frankfurt can present negative test certificates taken 96 hours prior to departure.
• Arrivals who have been fully vaccinated may present a vaccination certificate instead of a PCR test.

Is public transportation open in Egypt?

Public transportation in Egypt is operating.

Are restaurants and bars open in Egypt?

Restaurants, cafes, and bars in Egypt are open, under capacity and social distancing limitations.

Are businesses and attractions open in Egypt?

• Most non-essential businesses and attractions in Egypt are open, under certain limitations.
• Some facilities require a COVID-19 vaccine pass.

Do I need to wear a face mask in Egypt?

Wearing face masks is required in enclosed public places and on public transport.

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The FCDO has released travel advice for traveling to Egypt.

The FCDO has released travel advice for traveling to Egypt. Any travellers will be required to show a negative PCR test result, no more than 72 hours before your flight. Furthermore, travellers entering Egypt from the UK will need a PCR test, no more than 96 hours before your flight. For more information and guidelines visit the government website.

• UK Arrival/Return Requirements

  Requirements when Arriving in or Returning to the UK

  Requirement	Full Vaccinated	Not Fully Vaccinated
  Passenger Locator Form	Not Required	Not Required
  Pre-departure Test at Destination	Recommended	Recommended
  Hotel Quarantine	Not Required	Not Required
  Self-isolation	Not Required	Not Required
  Test to Release	Not required	Not required
  Covid Testing	Not required	Not required
  Further PCR Testing	Not required	Not required

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• When was this page updated?

  Originally published:	27/10/2020 at 10:30 AM
  Covid-19 statistics updated:	16/05/2022 at 03:21 AM
  Time and weather updated:	16/05/2022 at 03:22 AM
  Exchange rate updated:	16/05/2022 at 01:40 AM
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