- Non-Egyptian visitors arriving in Egypt are required to be in possession of a valid passport. Entry visas may be obtained from Egyptian Diplomatic and Consular Missions Abroad or from the Entry Visa Department at the Travel Documents, Immigration and Nationality Administration (TDINA). It is, however, possible for most tourists and visitors to obtain an entry visa at any of the Major Ports of Entry. Please check with yournearest Egyptian Consular mission for more details concerning visa regulations applying to your citizenship...There are three types of Egyptian visa: first: Tourist Visa: is usually valid for a period not exceeding three months and granted on either single or multiple entry basis. Second: Entry Visa: is required for any foreigner arriving in Egypt for purposes other than tourism, e.g. work, study, etc. The possession of a valid Entry Visa is needed to complete the residence procedure in Egypt. , and Third:Transit Visa.

1- By Air: Most visitors to Egypt will get there by air. A huge number of airlines operate in and out of Egyptian airports.

2- Sea: Alexandria and Portsaid ports are accessible for visitors’ entry on the Mediterianan Sea, while Suez and Nuwieba ports are accessible on the Red Sea. There are also car ferries running from neighboring countries such as Jordan, Sudan and Saudi Arabia to Egypt through the Red Sea. Also, ferries are operating from Greece and Cyprus to Alexandria through the Mediterranean Sea.

3- Land: It is common that travelers come overland to Egypt from Israel. Starting 2007, there is no direct transport from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem to Cairo. However, you can take a bus to the Egyptian borders, cross the borders by foot, and then take any local transport to get into Egypt.

If you are traveling with a travel agency, then most of your transport will be previously arranged for you. If you are an independent traveler, then there are many ways to travel among the country.

1- By Air: EgyptAir offers all internal flights throughout Egypt. EgyptAir flies daily from Cairo to Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Abu Simbel and Hurghada.

2- By Train: Traveling by train within Egypt is a very good method. There are air-conditioned express trains as well as ordinary trains that tend to be a little bit slower. Still, you should note that trains do not go to Sinai or the main beach destination of Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh. On the other hand, there are well equipped trains with sleeping cars available from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan.

3- By Bus: There is a wide range of buses available in Egypt. There are luxurious buses that run between major cities and tourist destinations as well as normal overcrowded buses that run between all Egyptian towns. You can buy the ticket at the bus station or on the bus itself.

4- By Nile: Cruises are an excellent method to have a relaxing trip between Luxor and Aswan and you would have a chance to stop at different cities on your way.

5- By Car: There are several car rental agencies in Egypt. An international driving permit is required to drive any motor vehicle in Egypt. Since driving in Egypt can be dangerous given that most drivers do not follow the rules, therefore, we recommend that you use a taxi instead. Most hotels will provide you with good taxi drivers upon your request.

- --> Egypt has a year-round sun. In cities like Alexandria and Marsa Matrouh, it is expected to rain in winter since they have a more Mediterranean climate than the rest of the country.

- --> Daytime temperatures rang from pleasantly warm in the winter to very hot in the summer. Northerly cities such as Cairo and Alexandria are generally 5°C cooler than southerly areas such as Aswan , Abu Simble,Luxor ,..etc. Nights in the desert can be extremely cold.

1- Internet Access WIFI is available in most hotels, coffee shops and restaurants in Egypt so don’t hesitate to bring your laptop with you. Also, internet cafes are available in many cities. Moreover, hotels are equipped with business centers that provide internet access.

2- Food & Drink: All hotels try to satisfy the tastes of their foreign guests. Many restaurants also specialize in foreign food such as French, Italian, Lebanese, Greek, Chinese and Indian cuisine. The light and not particularly spicy Egyptian cuisine is also popular with tourists..Naturally, bottled water and soft drinks are available everywhere. Finally , We recommend that you use bottled water ensuring that the seal has not been broken on the bottle.

3- Our Important advices First,It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes through all your visits since you will be doing a lot of walking and temple floors are far from even, Second:It is also recommended that ladies wear trousers or jeans when visiting the pyramids since you will walk through narrow corridors and you will be doing lots of bending when going down and up the pyramids and other regions, Third: When entering a church or a mosque, please take your shoes off and Women should cover their heads inside the holy regions. Forth: When going on a the deserts or safari, it is advisable that you bring something to cover your hair and eyes with in order to avoid sand sticking to your hair and getting into your eyes.Fifth:You should wear cotton in the summer because the heat is high. In winter wear layers or Jacket that can be taken off during the heat of the day and put back on for cool evenings.,Six: If you want to take photos of cute, ethnic locals, please ask for their permission first.

1- Planning Your Trip: Know Before You Go! Travelers should familiarize themselves with their destinations, both to get the most enjoyment out of the visit and to avoid known dangers. Travelers should also be aware of restrictions on items that may be taken overseas.

2- Health: What You Need to Know in Advance of Travel All travelers should familiarize themselves with conditions at their destination that could affect their health (high altitude or pollution, types of medical facilities, required immunizations, availability of required pharmaceuticals, etc.).

3- Medicare & Medicaid, Medical Evacuation: If you feeling with any headache or any thing you can go to any hospital for treatment..this for insuring that you in a good healthy.