{"id":1322,"date":"2020-08-13T21:35:05","date_gmt":"2020-08-13T13:35:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tourhero.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=1322"},"modified":"2021-11-11T14:25:29","modified_gmt":"2021-11-11T06:25:29","slug":"is-it-safe-to-travel-to-egypt-what-the-country-is-doing-to-be-covid-19-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tourhero.com\/en\/magazine\/travel\/is-it-safe-to-travel-to-egypt-what-the-country-is-doing-to-be-covid-19-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Is it safe to travel: Egypt"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u26a0\ufe0f Update: November 11, 2021<\/strong>

Entry conditions for international travelers<\/strong>

Egypt is now open for tourism and international flights have resumed. All travelers<\/strong> must complete a personal monitoring card<\/strong> as well as show proof of health insurance<\/strong> upon arrival.

– Travelers who are fully vaccinated<\/strong> will not need to take a COVID-19 PCR test<\/a> prior to travel. You must be able to provide an approved vaccination certificate with a valid QR code.
– Travelers who are not vaccinated<\/strong> must provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of departure. This extends to 96 hours for individuals arriving from Australia, Japan, China, New Zealand, South America, North America, South Korea, and Thailand and transiting through London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Rome, and Paris.
– Alternatively, travelers arriving in the coastal governorates of the Red Sea (Hurghada and Marsa Alam), Marsa Matrouh, and South Sinai (Sharm El Sheikh)<\/strong> have the option of being tested upon arrival (for a fee of USD 30) and may then isolate while awaiting the results. Those who test positive for COVID-19 will undergo a 14-day quarantine period.

Most countries require an e-visa<\/a> to visit Egypt.

Easing of domestic restrictions<\/strong>

Authorities are continuing to ease COVID-19 restrictions country-wide. Public parks and beaches have now reopened. Hotels, restaurants, and cinemas are allowed to operate at 70 percent capacity.

However, large social gatherings such as concerts and sporting events remain prohibited.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed travel forever. Many countries have closed their international borders to tourists and many countries have strict restrictions in place. Countries have been put on lockdown and rules such as the mandatory wearing of masks are in place. However, travel is slowly beginning to regain traction, and countries have begun to reopen their borders. One such country that has reopened its borders to selected tourists is Egypt where health and safety still remain paramount for its travelers. We ask the hard question \u2014 “Is it safe to travel Egypt?” so you can make the right choices and feel comfortable on your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Home of the ancient pharaohs, Egypt is an amazing travel destination with a rich history and culture. Discover ancient treasures like tombs and temples, scattered throughout the desert landscape. For years, Egypt has remained a highly popular spot for travelers with a spirit of adventure and exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Many regions in Egypt have reopened with strict public health measures in place. The country has also been granted the\u00a0\u201cSafe Travels Stamp\u201d<\/a>\u00a0from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). Read more about the WTTC and the new Safe Travels protocols here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While domestic and partial international flights are currently operational and general travel is allowed, we strongly recommend that you\u00a0check with regional authorities for up-to-date travel advice before embarking on your journey.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has also enhanced sterilization and disinfection measures at archaeological areas. These include the Valley of the Kings, the City Monastery in Hatshepsut, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We will be shedding light on three regions \u2014 Cairo<\/a>, Southern Sinai<\/a>, and Hurghada<\/a> \u2014 for their unique travel restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traveling to Cairo<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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