There is no problem bringing in items for personal use, but if you're traveling with diving equipment, a laptop, or extensive video or photographic equipment, you may find yourself required to register them upon entry.
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Prohibited ItemsReal and toy arms, ammunition and explosives and any other substances containing explosive materials such as firearms and crackers. All kinds of artifacts. All kinds of narcotics. Subsidized commodities except for personal use.
Egypt Border RegulationsMeet the entry requirements, such as having a valid visa. Do not bring any prohibited items into the country. Declare any currency over the value of USD $10,000.
For travelers wondering, “Can I take ibuprofen, Tylenol, and Imodium to Egypt?”: simple over-the-counter medications (medications not requiring a prescription), like vitamins, allergy medications, Advil, anti-diarrheal medications, etc., are generally allowed in Egypt in the dosage travelers will need during their trip ...
There is no problem bringing in items for personal use, but if you're traveling with diving equipment, a laptop, or extensive video or photographic equipment, you may find yourself required to register them upon entry.
The Egyptian Tourism Authority advises that travelers are not allowed to bring more than 5,000 EGP (approximately 320 USD) into the country in local currency. You can bring up to 10,000 USD or the equivalent in foreign currency and then swap it for Egyptian pounds at a currency exchange.
Money MattersThere are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency or travelers cheques which may be brought into the country. However, passengers entering Egypt with Egyptian currency exceeding 1000 USD must declare this on arrival.
Toilet paper - You can always buy toilet paper while there or take some from your hotel. If you're particularly worried about hygiene, also bring your travel toilet seat covers. Note - don't flush anything down the toilet in Egypt, not even toilet paper. The pipes can't handle it.
Insect repellant top - You'll need this in both summer and winter since insects and mosquitos in Egypt are pretty active. If you're particularly concerned, you can also spray Permethrin on your clothing before you go.