Egypt Country Quickfacts
| Area: | 1,002,450 km2 387,048 sq mi |
| Capital: | Cairo |
| Country Code: | 20 |
| Country Population: | 105,088,625 |
| Credit Cards: | Visa and Master Card are popular in Egypt. Debit cards linked to credit cards may not work in some situations. |
| Currency: | Egyptian pound (EGP) |
| Departure Tax: | There is no departure tax levied in Egypt. |
| Drives on the: | Right |
| Electricity: | 220 - 240 V (German, French and Russian configuration) |
| Ethnic Groups: | Egyptian, Abazas, Turks, Greeks, Bedouin Arab tribes |
| Flag: |  |
| Location: | In northern Africa; east of Libya, north of Sudan, west of the Red Sea, and south of the Mediterranean Sea. Egypt links two continents, stretching across the northeastern corner of Africa and the southwestern edge of Asia. |
| Official Language(s): | Arabic |
| Religion: | Islam is the predominant religion. All types of Christianity are also represented. |
| Time Zone: | EET (UTC+2) |
| Tipping: | Tipping is expected, whether service is good or not. Tip in local currency. Transfers, luggage assistance, and guided tours are all tipped per journey. Restaurant service is expected at 10%. |
Egypt Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Egypt.
Learn about the history and culture of Egypt, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Egypt's nature and wildlife, weather, and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Egypt for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Egypt tours today!
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