Part of this programme includes the construction of industrial cities located well outside the main centres and the programme seems to be meeting with a measure of success. As of 1995 the 3.40 Egyptian Pounds equal One US Dollar. The once severe currency restrictions have largely been lifted and the Egyptian Pound can be freely exchanged with other currencies. Visitors must hold passports valid for at least six months. Tourist visas can be obtained from Egyptian consulates.
Visitors visas are for stays of one month in duration.
Multiple entry visas allow for 3 visits to Egypt within this period. Visas are also issued at banking kiosks set up at the entrance to the emigration halls in Cairo, Luxor and Hurghada airports and at port emigration in Alexandria and Port Said. Cairo has a International airport with good connections to North America. We offer a free airport transfer and someone will be waiting to meet you upon your arrival. Deluxe buses, which run between most of the main towns and cities, are air-conditioned and fairly comfortable.