TRAVEL GUIDE

Complete guide for all visa, customs, transportation, safety, and cultural rules to follow during your travel to Egypt and Cairo.eri.

1

Visa & Entry Procedures

  • Turkish citizens can obtain a visa at Cairo Airport or online via Visa2Egypt.
  • Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
  • Keep your invitation letter, registration document, and hotel reservation ready for business travel.
2

Customs & Exhibition Materials

  • Exhibition sample products can enter Egypt under temporary admission.
  • Products must be re-exported after the exhibition finishes.
  • Prepare: Product list & invoices, trade registry, application/invitation letter, and temporary entry declaration.
3

Transportation & Accommodation

  • Traffic in Cairo can be heavy and busy; using ride-hailing apps like Uber or Careem is safer.
  • If using street taxis, negotiate the price in advance or pay via app.
  • Booking hotels in secure areas like Nasr City or Heliopolis is recommended.
4

Cultural & Social Rules

  • Egypt has a conservative social structure. Dress respectfully in public areas and religious sites.
  • Public displays of affection are discouraged.
  • During Ramadan, avoid eating in public during daylight hours.
  • Politeness and patience greatly assist communication.
5

Safety & Health

  • Keep personal valuables safe in crowded areas.
  • Taking photos of military installations, police checkpoints, or bridges is strictly forbidden.
  • Tap water is not drinkable — use bottled water.
  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) and staying hydrated are essential.
6

Fairground Conduct Rules

  • Maintaining a tidy and professional booth image is critical.
  • Brochures and promotional materials should be prepared in English and Arabic.
  • Exchanging business cards is standard practice.
  • Be friendly, polite, and patient when communicating with visitors.
7

Contact & Emergency Information

  • 🚨 Police: 122
  • 🚒 Fire Department: 180
  • 🚑 Ambulance: 123
  • 🇹🇷 Turkish Embassy (Cairo): +20 2 2736 2031
  • 🏛️ Hurghada Consulate General: +20 65 344 7200
8

Additional Recommendations

  • Keep official documents, passport, and money in a safe place.
  • Perform currency exchange operations only at licensed offices.
  • If you need a guide or interpreter, work with licensed professionals.
  • Asking permission before taking photos of people in tourist areas is a respectful behavior.
9

Language & Communication

  • The official language is Arabic, but English is generally understood in tourist and commercial areas.
  • Bargaining culture is common; prices are generally flexible.
5

Safety & Health

  • Keep personal valuables safe in crowded areas.
  • Taking photos of military installations, police checkpoints, or bridges is strictly forbidden.
  • Tap water is not drinkable — use bottled water.
  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) and staying hydrated are essential.
1

Visa & Entry Procedures

  • Turkish citizens can obtain a visa at Cairo Airport or online via Visa2Egypt.
  • Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry.
  • Keep your invitation letter, registration document, and hotel reservation ready for business travel.
2

Customs & Exhibition Materials

  • Exhibition sample products can enter Egypt under temporary admission.
  • Products must be re-exported after the exhibition finishes.
  • Prepare: Product list & invoices, trade registry, application/invitation letter, and temporary entry declaration.