Egypt – Foreign Office Travel Advice Update

The Foreign Office (FCO) still advises against all but essential travel to Alexandria, Cairo, Luxor and Suez.  

However, they have added a recommendation that British nationals who do not need to stay in any of these cities should leave if it is safe to do so.  British nationals currently in other areas of Egypt where there are ongoing protests and demonstrations are advised to stay indoors.

Transit through Cairo is not affected for those with onward travel plans, however flight schedules may be disrupted. 

A nationwide curfew continues in effect from 4pm until 8am local time.  The FCO advises British nationals to respect the curfew and be alert to any changes in the requirements.   Mobile phone coverage is still intermittent and there is no access to the Internet. 

Those with plans to travel to, from, or through, Egypt are advised to check with their tour operator or airline to confirm arrangements.

Consular assistance is available to British nationals by calling:  020 7008 0000 (from the UK) or (02) 2791 6000 in Egypt.