Do You Need Travel Insurance for Egypt?

Egypt has made travel insurance a requirement for some international visitors. There are no formal coverage minimums or requirements for travel insurance, except that the duration of the coverage must last for the entire duration that you're in Egypt.

For the most up-to-date information on travel entry requirements for Egypt, please visit this tourism page. If you're traveling to Egypt, here are some Covid safety precautions to take. For the most up-to-date information on Covid restrictions for traveling, please follow CDC guidelines.

Do you know the Covid situation for your destination? Keep up with country-specific advisories and notifications.

Though popular tourist destinations are generally considered safe for residents and visitors, some parts of Egypt require increased caution due to unrest and terrorist activity. The Sinai Peninsula, the Western Desert and Egyptian border areas should be avoided by tourists, especially Westerners, unless absolutely necessary.

Women traveling alone in Egypt should exercise caution at all times as men can be notably aggressive and will not hesitate to harass, cat-call or even grope women who are walking alone in public. Dressing modestly and not attracting attention to yourself can help prevent these interactions. Likewise, avoid eye contact and conversation with strangers if possible.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before your trip. Here are some common vaccination recommendations for Egypt.

For the most up-to-date information on required vaccinations and other health requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website.

No matter the length of your trip, visitors will be required to obtain a visa from one of the Egyptian diplomatic missions, unless they reside in one of the visa-exempt countries that are eligible for a visa on arrival. Eligible countries include all European Union countries, Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, North Macedonia, Norway, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine, U.K., and the United States).

Regardless of the country in which you’re from, visitors must hold passports that are valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival to Egypt.