What is illegal in Egypt for tourists?

Drinking alcohol other than the licensed restaurant is not allowed. Use or trafficking of illegal drugs is a serious offence. So, be careful of what cosmetics, smokes and medicines you use. Check out if they are legal or not.



People Also Ask

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.

MORE DETAILS

  • Things to prepare before you visit Egypt.
  • This is what NOT to do in Egypt and mistakes to avoid.
  • Not researching the culture & country before you go.
  • You don't pack culturally appropriate clothing.
  • Not booking your Nile cruise first.
  • Not hiring a guide for certain tourist sites.
  • Travelling without a currency converter app.


MORE DETAILS

The crime rate is generally low, but visitors have reported armed robberies, muggings (including in taxis), sexual assaults, and break-ins to accommodation and cars. Take extra care when travelling alone, particularly at night, in taxis and microbuses. If you want to report a crime, contact the tourist police on 122.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

10 Safest Cities in Egypt
  • Sharm El-Sheikh, Qesm Sharm Ash Sheikh, Egypt.
  • Aswan, Egypt.
  • Hurghada, Egypt.
  • Luxor, Egypt.
  • Damietta, Egypt.
  • Dahab, Egypt.
  • Mersa Matruh, Egypt.
  • Alexandria, Egypt.


MORE DETAILS

Do not travel to:
  • The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to terrorism.
  • The Western Desert due to terrorism.
  • Egyptian border areas due to military zones.


MORE DETAILS

Egypt is nearly crime-free. Most crime is petty theft, with little violent crime. Still, you need to keep alert when walking through densely populated areas of Cairo or Alexandria, just as you would in other large urban areas around the world.

MORE DETAILS

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 ...

MORE DETAILS

Although it has long been a good value destination, a massive currency devaluation in recent months, coupled with prices becoming more competitive due to a reduction in Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian and American tourists, has turned Egypt into the bargain of the season — provided you avoid big international brands and ...

MORE DETAILS

PHE recommends travellers to the region to:
  1. where possible, avoid eating salads and uncooked vegetables.
  2. only eat fruit they can peel.
  3. avoid unpasteurised milk, cheese and ice cream.
  4. avoid food that has been left uncovered in warm environments and exposed to flies.


MORE DETAILS

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).

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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).

MORE DETAILS