Can you smoke in Egypt?

Smoking in Public In Egypt, the tobacco control law prohibits smoking in the following specified public places: health and educational facilities, governmental venues, sporting and social clubs, and youth centers (though these rules are not usually followed ). Smoking is also prohibited on public transport.



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Most hotels now offer non-smoking rooms as well as a lot of restaurants have smoking and non-smoking areas, there are even some restaurants with a complete non-smoking policy, but don't expect it. On nile-cruisers, smoking is not allowed in the diningroom at all, but generally allowed everywhere else.

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Medical drugs that cannot be dispensed without a prescription such as Tramadol, Xanax, Librax and other medicines. Real 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.

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Avoiding food poisoning: What not to eat in Egypt
Heated and cooked food is your best friend. Avoid anything raw or any food that is served fresh such as salads and fruits. If you can't give up your greens and fruits, wash it yourself. This is what I usually do.

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They may also be able to smell smoke residue on furniture and carpets. Additionally, they could check surveillance footage of the room to see if anyone was smoking while inside. Finally, hotel staff should always ask guests directly if they have been smoking in their rooms during their stay.

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Eastern Tobacco has a 70% market share, and produces and sells the most popular cigarette brand in Egypt, Cleopatra.

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A few international airlines such as Air Algeria, Cubana and Iran Air still allow smoking in certain sections on their flights, which is why most of the signage remains on domestic airliners today.

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Street food is not always hygienic in Egypt. Be cautious about where and what you eat. Choose restaurants and street vendors with good hygiene practices. Avoid eating raw or undercooked foods, and peel fruits and vegetables or eat them cooked when in doubt.

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Things You Should Avoid in Egypt
  • Don't be intimidated by vendors. ...
  • Don't ride camels or horses in distress. ...
  • Don't dress too provocative. ...
  • Respect the entry into religious places. ...
  • Give respect and distance to Egyptian women. ...
  • Don't drink alcohol on the street. ...
  • Don't be afraid of local people. ...
  • Get information from trusted sources.


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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 ...

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Egyptian men do not often wear shorts, but they are perfectly fine for a male tourist to wear. Aside from beachside resort cities, it is not recommended for female tourists to ever wear shorts in Egypt. Before traveling to Egypt for the first time, many travelers ask us what clothes to bring.

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