Egypt
Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. The Sinai Peninsula (excluding Sharm el-Sheikh) is particularly dangerous.
What Level 3 means
This is a serious advisory level recommending that travelers reconsider whether their trip is necessary. Conditions in the country pose significant risks, and travelers who choose to go should have a clear purpose, a contingency plan, and ensure their affairs are in order before departure.
Safety tips for Egypt
Avoid the Sinai Peninsula outside of Sharm el-Sheikh resort areas.
Hire licensed guides for historical sites — unofficial guides are persistent.
Dress conservatively, especially women, outside resort areas.
Drink only bottled water; avoid ice in drinks.
Bargaining is essential at bazaars — start at 30-40% of the asking price.
Emergency contacts
122 (police), 123 (ambulance)
Cairo
2026-04-15