MONEY AND CURRENCY EXCHANGE

The currency in Egypt is the Egyptian pound, which is equal to 100 piasters. As of June 2025, 1 Egyptian pound (E£ or EGP) = $0.020 USD ; $1.00 USD = E£0.74.

Hotels and some larger shops will take VISA (not as many take MasterCard). ATMs are not always convenient, although they can be found. A money belt or other secure means of carrying money and documents is advisable. Once currency is exchanged, it helps to carry many one and five pound notes for gifting and tipping.