Egyptian Customs

Due to new international regulations , the traveler must declare the sum of foreign currencies he has , if exceeding 10000 UDS . Apart from that , entry and exit regulations are quite flexible especially for tourists traveling with tour operators .

In spite of being examined and inspected , personal objects , whether used or new , are exempted from all kinds of duties and taxes . On condition they are registered at the traveler's entry , photo or video cameras , typewriters , calculators , radios , laptops , jewelry , and other objects are also exempted from customs duties .

Before departure , tourists should submit the original customs declaration to be checked . As long as dedicated to personal use , food , one liter of alcoholic beverages , and medicine are also exempted . Custom duties , however , are imposed on any other excessive amount .


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