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Egypt

Cairo · Arabic

Ancient history, Red Sea beaches, and some of the world's most affordable living costs make Egypt a surprising choice for long-stay travelers.

Cost of living
$320/mo
Rent (1-bed)
$260/mo
Income tax
0%
Currency
EGP (Egyptian Pound)
Safety
5
Internet
30 Mbps
Quality of Life
4
Pros
  • Extremely affordable
  • Visa on arrival for most
  • Ancient wonders (Pyramids, Luxor)
  • Year-round warm weather
  • Red Sea diving (Hurghada, Dahab)
  • Growing expat community
Cons
  • −Language barrier (Arabic)
  • −Air quality in Cairo
  • −Political situation
  • −Heat in summer (40°C+)
  • −Internet speed outside cities
Visa on Arrival 30 days (most nationalities)e-Visa 30 daysSinai Only Permit (free, 14 days)
✈️ Pre-departure checklist
  • ✅Visa-free entry: up to 30 days — no visa needed
  • 🏥Get health insurance (~$30–80/mo premium; coverage limit from $50,000)
  • 💳Notify your bank; get a no-foreign-fee card (Wise, Revolut)
  • 💉Check recommended vaccinations (Hep A, Typhoid, Malaria)
  • 📱Get a local SIM on arrival (avg internet 30 Mbps)
  • 🏠Book accommodation for first 3–7 days (easier to find long-term rental on the ground)
  • 📄Make copies of passport, insurance, bookings — store in cloud & email to yourself
  • 💰Bring some EGP (Egyptian Pound) cash for the first few days

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