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Official Languages: Arabic

English is commonly understood in hotels, airports, major tourist sites, and many tourism-related businesses. Outside tourist areas, English may be limited, so offline maps, hotel addresses, and a few basic Arabic phrases can be helpful.

Mobile Network: Mobile coverage is generally good in Cairo, Alexandria, the Nile Valley, and major resort areas. Speeds are usually adequate for maps, messaging, and regular browsing, but performance can vary by neighborhood, building, and congestion. Remote desert areas and some long road stretches may have weak or no signal.

Roaming/SIM/eSIM: Roaming is convenient for short stays but can be expensive. A local SIM is usually the best value for multi-day trips if your phone is unlocked, with packages commonly available at the airport and city shops from major operators. An eSIM can be the easiest option for setup before arrival if your device supports it, though local SIM plans may sometimes offer better data value. For heavy map use, ride-hailing, and translation, having your own data connection is strongly recommended rather than relying only on hotel or cafe Wi-Fi.

Cards are commonly accepted in hotels, larger restaurants, chain stores, and many tourist businesses in Cairo, Alexandria, and Red Sea resorts. Cash is still important for taxis, tips, small shops, local cafes, market purchases, and some ticket counters, so carry small notes.

Tipping is common and often expected in Egypt. Small tips, often called baksheesh, are routinely given to hotel staff, drivers, porters, restroom attendants, and sometimes site helpers. In restaurants, check whether a service charge is already included; even when it is, many people still leave a small extra amount for good service. Keeping small notes is very useful.

Plug Type: Type C and Type F

Voltage: 220V, 50Hz

Adapter: Visitors from countries using different plug types will commonly need an adapter. Travelers from most of continental Europe usually will not need one. Check whether your devices support 220V.