If you’re lucky enough to be going to Egypt, make sure you have the right travel insurance in place as there are a few things to keep in mind. You'll need to think about:
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As standard, our policies cover over 50 sports and activites, so you can get up to more on your holiday. We also offer a range of benefits, some of which include:
To make sure you have the best holiday possible, we’ve put together some information you might want to know before your trip to Egypt.
Currency |
Egyptian pound |
Most common languages spoken |
Arabic |
Capital |
Cairo |
Continent |
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Population |
Approx. 96 million |
Plug type |
Plug type C and F |
Driving side |
Right-hand side |
Seasons |
Spring - March to May Summer - June to August Autumn - September to November Winter - December to February |
Laws |
Yes, you need a visa to travel to Egypt as a British citizen with a valid passport. You can get a visa on arrival if you plan to stay for 30 days or less, or you can apply for a visa from the Egyptian Embassy before you travel.
However, you don’t need a visa if you’re travelling to Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba. Upon arrival you’ll receive a free entry permission stamp which allows you to stay for up to 15 days.
You can find more information about visas and entry requirements for Egypt here.
Healthcare in Egypt is either available through private services or public services funded by the Ministry of Health. Most visitors are advised to seek medical help in Cairo if needed, as the facilities are of a better standard. It’s important to make sure you’ve got travel insurance including cover for medical conditions to avoid paying any hefty bills for medical treatment.
It’s also important to remember to speak to your GP at least four to six weeks prior to travel to check whether there are any vaccinations or other preventatives needed.
Find more information about healthcare in Egypt here.
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Yes – all our policies come with access to our 24-hour emergency assistance team, so there will always be someone here to help you if you become ill or are injured while abroad.
If you need emergency medical assistance just give our team a call anytime, day or night, on +44 (0)207 748 0060.
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