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.
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.