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U.S. Embassy Cairo advises U.S. citizens to closely monitor the news for regional developments related to military operations in Iran. U.S. citizens should exercise caution and remain aware of their surroundings.

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo ended its presence at the Taba border crossing on Wednesday, March 18. The crossing remains open and is operating normally. U.S. citizens seeking to depart Israel may still use Taba crossing, co...

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 Si...

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 Si...

Exit from and entry into the Gaza Strip via the Rafah Crossing may be permitted only after prior security clearance by both the Governments of Israel and Egypt. This includes the return of residents to Gaza. U.S. citiz...

Exit from and entry into the Gaza Strip via the Rafah Crossing may be permitted only after prior security clearance by both the Governments of Israel and Egypt. This includes the return of residents to Gaza. U.S. citiz...

The U.S. Embassy wishes to remind U.S. citizens in Egypt of existing security guidance as they prepare to undertake holiday travel or attend end of year events. U.S. citizens are urged to remain alert to local developmen...

The U.S. Embassy wishes to remind U.S. citizens in Egypt of existing security guidance in light of the situation in Gaza. U.S. citizens are urged to remain alert to local security developments and be vigilant at all tim...

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is aware of an incident that occurred over the weekend involving two expatriate students in Maadi. Maadi Police are working to identify any potential assailants involved.

Updated information related to the Sinai Peninsula and country summary.

The U.S. Embassy wishes to remind U.S. citizens in Egypt of existing security guidance. The Embassy is aware of reports of a foreign national resident killed in an attack in Alexandria, Egypt on May 7, 2024. This incid...

The U.S. Embassy is closely following reports of explosions in Taba and Nuweiba in South Sinai, Egypt, including initial reports of individuals with minor injuries.

Possible demonstrations or large gatherings related to the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza and heightened tensions in the region.

The Embassy is aware of reports of multiple foreign tourists killed in an attack in Alexandria, Egypt today, Oct 8, 2023. This incident may be related to ongoing hostilities in Gaza and Israel. U.S. citizens in Egypt s...

The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) will take place in Sharm El-Sheikh November 6-18, 2022. 

Over the last 24 hours, Egypt has experienced a significant currency devaluation, which impacts its economy and population.  Some postings on social media are currently calling for protests in Cairo, including following...

Last Update:  Reissued with updates to health information. Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy’s limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citiz...

Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism.  Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy’s limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained. Reissued with updates to...

Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy’s limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained. Last Update: Reissued wi...

Reconsider travel to Egypt due to terrorism. Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to the Embassy’s limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained. Last Update: Reissued w...