There is little public acceptance of homosexuality in Egypt. Avoid public displays of affection. Sex outside of marriage is illegal. Dress standards are very conservative, particularly for women.
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Intimate behaviour in public (kissing and cuddling) is a no-no, and even holding hands is disapproved of.
It depends on the city you do such thing in. In modern cities like Cairo and Giza, it's normal to see a man hugging a woman, but in rural cities and Upper Egypt, you can't see that. Every community has its rules which differ a lot from a place to another, even in the same city.
Egypt is conservative. Very conservative. You won't find couples cuddling and kissing in public, as any type of public affection is a big no-no (even handholding isn't really approved of).
Avoid eating communal food with your left hand, as this hand is generally reserved for personal hygiene. Only the right hand is used when eating food with one's hands. Alcohol is generally not offered nor is it consumed with food. Only offer alcohol to your Egyptian counterpart if you know that they consume it.
2. Sharing an apartment or hotel room with an Egyptian of the opposite sex if you're not married. Egyptian regulations require that any Egyptian man or woman sharing a room or apartment with a member of the opposite sex have a marriage certificate.
According to government law, Egyptian citizens are required to present a marriage certificate. Foreign guests can check into the hotel without a marriage certificate or as unmarried couples.
In Egypt, it is technically illegal for unmarried couples to share a hotel room, and many hotels will require couples to provide proof of marriage upon check-in. However, some hotels in Cairo may be more lenient or discreet about enforcing these laws.
2. Sharing an apartment or hotel room with an Egyptian of the opposite sex if you're not married. Egyptian regulations require that any Egyptian man or woman sharing a room or apartment with a member of the opposite sex have a marriage certificate.
Jeans, even white jeans, can be hot. (Update: Best to not take jeans unless you're wearing them in the evening, they are just too heavy/hot. Stick with light, cotton pants, dresses or shorts.)
You may have heard stories of some places where foreigners and tourists are treated indifferently or are left feeling unwelcome—most Egyptians would find this backwards and outright embarrassing. You can expect to make quick acquaintances and lots of friendly small talk.
Yes, you definitely can stay with your gf in a hotel. There is no such rule that stops you stay in hotel together. May be some hotels ask for you ID to check you guys for your good. You can also book hotel online.
Most hotels allow visitors, but there might be restrictions on the number of visitors and their duration of stay. Hotels typically allow guests to have visitors in their rooms, but they may have rules about the number of visitors and how long they can stay.
Can my girlfriend stay with me at my hotel in Egypt? According to government law, Egyptian citizens are required to present a marriage certificate. Foreign guests can check into the hotel without a marriage certificate or as unmarried couples.