CURRENCY & BANKING

  • Egyptian Pound is the official currency in Egypt.
  • Foreign currency exchange is available in most of the hotels, banks and currency exchange offices.
  • Exchange rate of 1 US$ = 15.71 EGP
  • Exchange rate of 1 € = 18.63 EGP
  • ATM machines are available all through the city and at the vicinity of all conference hotels.
        *(rates are subjects to market fluctuations)

MOBILE NETWORKS

GSM Networks All support 4G

  • Vodafone Egypt
  • Orange
  • Etisalat Egypt

DOCUMENTATION

  • For entry into Egypt all visitors must have a valid and current passport with the corresponding visa according to the nationality.
  • For some Nationalities they can buy Visa at the airport upon arrival.

AIRPORTS

The Most Used Airports in Egypt:
  • Cairo International Airport – Terminal 1
  • Cairo International Airport – Terminal 2
  • Cairo International Airport – Terminal 3
  • Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport
  • Luxor International Airport
  • Hurghada Airport
  • Sharm El Sheikh International Airport

TAXIS

  • We recommend the use of licensed taxis.
  • Establish the rate before you ride.
  • Transportation by Air – General Info Flights and timetables www.egyptair.com

ELECTRICITY

  • The electricity supply in Egypt is 220 Volts, 50 Hz.p
  • Most hotels also provide 110 Volts outlets for shavers.