Security Alert: Egypt #3 (03, Mar 2026)

Location: Egypt

Event: Routine Message

U.S. Embassy Cairo is open and operating normally.  The State Department’s Travel Advisory for Egypt remains unchanged at Level 2 ‘Exercise Increased Caution,’ with ‘Do Not Travel’ guidance for the Northern and Middle Sinai as well as parts of the Western Desert (https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/egypt.html ).  We will update this guidance if new information indicates a different threat level.  Egyptian airspace remains open and all commercial airports are operational.  Travelers may experience outbound flight cancellations or delays depending on airspace status of destinations. 

Actions to Take:

• Enroll in the Department of State’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) . STEP enrollment gives you the latest security updates and makes it easier for the U.S. Embassy to contact you in an emergency.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings.
• Avoid all areas where there is a heavy police presence.
• Monitor local media.
• Follow the instructions of local authorities.
• Contact your airline directly for flight change details if your flight is affected.
• Exercise caution and stay alert at locations publicly associated with the United States.
• Keep a low profile.

For Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Cairo

5 Tawfik Diab St. Garden City, Cairo, EGYPT

+20-2-2797-3300

http://bit.ly/CairoACS 

eg.usembassy.gov

State Department – Consular Affairs

888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444

Egypt Country Information 

Enroll in Safe Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP ) to receive security updates

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