Egypt Travel Risk Overview
Is Egypt safe to visit right now?
Moderate risk. Mostly safe with normal precautions. Egypt has a few categories that warrant planning — read the breakdown below and check the live US State Department advisory.
Egypt has a Travel Risk Calculator baseline composite score of 48 out of 100 (moderate risk tier); city-level files are available for 20 cities. This page covers the country-level baseline across nine weighted safety categories (crime, disease & health, government advisory, political & civil unrest, natural disaster & weather, transport & route, environmental, digital security, money safety), the current US State Department advisory, GDACS disaster alerts, CDC health notices for Egypt, recent news headlines, plus links to every city we have an editorial file for.
Run a personalized Egypt assessmentAI safety snapshot · refreshed Aug 31, 2026
Egypt is currently rated a moderate overall risk with a baseline composite score of 48 out of 100. The U.S. State Department advises travelers to exercise increased caution (Level 2). The CDC notes a Level 1 global dengue health notice, indicating a low but present dengue risk.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Sep 1, 2026 00:49 UTC
How safe is Egypt to visit in 2026?
Egypt currently sits at 48/100 on Travel Risk Calculator's nine-category baseline composite, which puts it in the moderate-risk tier. Most travelers will be fine in Egypt with normal preparation, but a few risk categories warrant attention. The full live US State Department advisory text for Egypt, current GDACS disaster alerts, CDC health notices, and recent news headlines are shown in the Live conditions section below. For city-specific files (Cairo, Giza, Alexandria), see the City Risk Files section below — they include neighborhood-level scam patterns, transport notes, and medical-access details where available.
Egypt: a traveler’s safety briefing
Egypt’s headline attractions — the Giza pyramids, Luxor, Aswan, the Nile cruises, and the Red Sea resorts — are heavily secured and visited safely by millions, while the Western Desert, the North Sinai, and some border zones carry high government advisories. For most travelers the dominant nuisances are persistent touts, baksheesh expectations, and over-charging rather than violent crime. Women travelers report frequent harassment and should plan accordingly. Heat is a serious physical hazard. Resort medical facilities are decent; complex cases route to Cairo. Confirm the live advisory before any desert or Sinai travel.
Editorial context from the Travel Risk Calculator team — generalized, not personalized advice. The live US State Department advisory, GDACS, and CDC data below always take precedence; verify against your own government’s advisory before you travel.
Country baseline composite
Data file
| Confidence | 70 |
|---|---|
| Source note | calibrated 2026-05-09 v1.0 (knowledge-based; State Dept advisory tiers, GPI, OSAC patterns) |
| Last reviewed | 2026-05-09 11:01:52 |
| City files | 20 |
Assessment memory
Anonymous assessments help Travel Risk Calculator identify which country and city files deserve deeper review.
| Saved assessments | 0 |
|---|---|
| Average composite | No saved signal yet |
Threat Vector Baseline
City Risk Files in Egypt
Showing 20 of 20 reviewed cities in Egypt, ranked by population.
Cairo
Cairo
Giza
Al Jīzah
Alexandria
Al Iskandarīyah
Shubrā al Khaymah
Al Qalyūbīyah
Ashmūn
Al Minūfīyah
Sinnūris
Al Fayyūm
Dayrūţ
Asyūţ
Ţūkh
Al Qalyūbīyah
Al Manşūrah
Ad Daqahlīyah
Ḩalwān
Al Qāhirah
Al Maḩallah al Kubrá
Al Gharbīyah
Shibīn al Qanāţir
Al Qalyūbīyah
Abū Ḩummuş
Al Buḩayrah
Port Said
Būr Sa‘īd
Al Fayyūm
Al Fayyūm
Suez
As Suways
Abū Ţisht
Qinā
Al Fashn
Banī Suwayf
Luxor
Luxor
Sharm El-Sheikh
South Sinai
Live conditions in Egypt
Country-scoped real-time data — official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For city-specific weather and air quality, open any city page below.
Official travel advisory
Level 2 · Exercise Increased Caution
Egypt - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
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Disaster alerts
No active GDACS disaster alerts matched Egypt as of the last successful refresh.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-07-30
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Samoa, Vietnam, New Caledonia (France), Maldives, Bolivia, Tonga, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia,
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-03-09
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-08-31 15:03:16 UTC
Recent headlines
Recent Headlines · Egypt
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Egypt plans new airport investment zones to attract foreign aviation investments
Egypt Today · 22h ago
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Rixos Hotels Egypt secures seven World Travel Awards Africa 2026
tradearabia.com · 13h ago
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El-Sisi directs investment zones around Egypt airports to attract foreign capital - Urban & Transport - Egypt
Ahram Online · 10h ago
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Rixos Hotels Egypt Celebrates Seven Prestigious Wins at the World Travel Awards Africa 2026
Menafn · 14h ago
Source: Google News · headlines verbatim, dates from publishers · fetched 2026-09-01 00:00:39 UTC
Automated safety monitor
Recent safety-relevant news for Egypt
Headlines are an early-warning monitor, not risk assessments. Verify material developments with official authorities and the linked publisher.
- General World Cup: 'Pride Match' sparks objections in Egypt and Iran - DW.com www.dw.com · Jul 28, 2026 18:09 UTC · via Googlenews
- Safety Egypt, US deepen automotive trade partnership with adoption of US vehicle safety standards - Dailynewsegypt www.dailynewsegypt.com · Jul 25, 2026 17:30 UTC · via Googlenews
- General Is it safe to travel to the Middle East right now? Latest advice - The Times www.thetimes.com · Jul 23, 2026 10:15 UTC · via Googlenews
- Politics Peak heatwave hits Egypt: EMA warns of worst 24 hours with soaring heat and humidity - Egypt Independent www.egyptindependent.com · Jul 23, 2026 09:40 UTC · via Googlenews
- General 75th USARIC Soldier speaks AI with Egyptian Distinguished Visitors - army.mil www.army.mil · Jul 22, 2026 22:43 UTC · via Googlenews
- General TWMA extends drilling waste management contract in Egypt - Offshore Magazine www.offshore-mag.com · Jul 22, 2026 01:29 UTC · via Googlenews
- General Egypt: Release dozens detained over Gen Z online group calling for political change - Amnesty International www.amnesty.org · Jul 21, 2026 10:30 UTC · via Googlenews
- General Arab Spring | History, Revolution, Causes, Effects, & Facts - Encyclopedia Britannica www.britannica.com · Jul 20, 2026 07:00 UTC · via Googlenews
1991–2020 climate normals
Seasonal risk & best time to visit Egypt
The most weather-stable two-month window for Egypt is November–December, when typical daily temperatures run from about 9°C to 25°C and monthly rain averages 3 mm.
Seasonal planning flags include extreme heat in June–August. These are climate patterns, not forecasts.
Climate normals are planning context, not a short-range forecast. Source: Open-Meteo Climate API. Refreshed Jul 31, 2026.
Calculate risk for these travel dates Compare seasonal windows →
Diplomatic assistance
Embassies in Cairo
British Embassy and Consulate of France and 3 other embassies are mapped in Cairo.
OpenStreetMap coverage is a location aid, not an official diplomatic directory. Before travel, save the address and emergency contact details published by your own foreign ministry.
Emergency Numbers
| Police | 122 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 123 |
| Fire | 180 |
| General emergency | 122 |
| Tourist police | 126 |
Latest AI-assisted briefing for Egypt
Recent advisories highlight heightened political tension and travel warnings for Egypt, while cyber‑scam activity targets visitors to major sites. Extreme caution is advised, especially regarding digital security and potential unrest.
Top risk drivers
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Travel advisories urge increased caution for Egypt
· advisory
The UK Foreign Office, US State Department and Canadian travel sites all advise heightened caution or against travel to parts of Egypt, reflecting elevated political and safety concerns.
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Regional political tension linked to Middle East conflict
· political
Reports note an Iranian drone strike on Kuwait airport on 3 June 2026 and ongoing Middle East conflict, which can spill over into Egypt and affect traveler safety.
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Cyber‑scam operations targeting Grand Egyptian Museum visitors
· digital
The Grand Egyptian Museum warned of sophisticated fraudulent websites and social‑media pages aimed at visitors, as reported on 24 May 2026.
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Potential health risk from COVID‑19 and limited embassy assistance
· health
A US travel advisory from 2022 recommends reconsidering travel to Egypt due to terrorism and COVID‑19, noting limited consular support for dual nationals.
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Extreme weather and natural disaster risk noted in travel guidance
· environmental
Australian Smartraveller lists extreme weather, sandstorms and other natural disasters as key risks for travelers to Egypt.
Recent intelligence
- UK Foreign Office advises against travel to parts of Egypt [source]
- US State Department issues Level 2 advisory – exercise increased caution in Egypt [source]
- Canadian travel advice urges high degree of caution for Egypt [source]
- Australian Smartraveller lists terrorism, civil unrest, extreme weather and health risks in Egypt [source]
- Iranian drone strike on Kuwait airport raises regional tension, Egypt travel largely unaffected [source]
Live intelligence cited 8 public-source snippets. Every claim above is grounded in one of them — verify any specific detail by following the snippet links on the full assessment page.
Frequently asked questions
Is Egypt safe to visit right now?
Mostly safe with normal precautions. Egypt has a few categories that warrant planning — read the breakdown below and check the live US State Department advisory. Composite baseline: 48/100 (Moderate risk). Always cross-check with your home country's foreign-ministry advisory within 7 days of departure; the live US State Department advisory is shown above. Last refreshed September 2026.
What is the current travel advisory for Egypt?
The current US State Department advisory level for Egypt is shown in the Live conditions section above and is re-fetched every 6 hours from the official RSS feed. UK FCDO, Canada GAC, and Australia DFAT also publish advisories — for high-stakes trips, cross-check at least one foreign-ministry advisory in addition to your home country's. See our travel advisory guide for how to read each tier system.
Is it safe to visit Egypt in September 2026?
For September 2026, the baseline composite for Egypt is 48/100 (Moderate risk). Live data — advisories every 6 hours, disaster alerts every 30 minutes, health notices every 12 hours, news every hour — is shown in the Live conditions section above. For a personalized risk briefing for your specific trip and traveler profile, use the Travel Risk Calculator linked above.
How are these country-level travel risk scores calculated?
Each category is scored 0-100 from government advisories (US State Dept), crime indices, Global Peace Index data, WHO/CDC health context, and curated regional editorial knowledge. The composite is a weighted sum across nine categories — see /methodology for the full weight breakdown. Live data (advisories, news, disaster alerts, health notices) is layered on top of the baseline at request time.
Where can I find city-specific safety information for Egypt?
City-specific files for Egypt are listed in the City Risk Files section above. Each city page covers the same nine categories at city scope, plus city-specific scam patterns, transport-hub safety notes, medical-access detail, and (where available) neighborhood-level guidance. Use the header search to find a specific city directly.
When was this page last reviewed?
The baseline scores for Egypt were last reviewed on May 9, 2026. Live intelligence (advisory, disaster alerts, health notices, news) refreshes automatically on the cadences described above.
Is this a substitute for an official travel advisory?
No. Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated risk information for planning purposes only. Always check your home country's official travel advisory and any health notices from your national health authority before traveling.
When is the best time to visit Egypt?
November–December is the most weather-stable two-month window in the stored 1991-2020 normals. The most weather-stable two-month window for Egypt is November–December, when typical daily temperatures run from about 9°C to 25°C and monthly rain averages 3 mm.
What is the rainy, hurricane, or severe-weather season in Egypt?
extreme heat: June–August.
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Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated travel-threat information for preparation purposes only. It does not replace official government advisories, medical advice, emergency alerts, immigration rules, insurance advice, police guidance, embassy information, or professional security consultation.