Travel Health Guide

Egypt

With an ancient history and iconic cultural monuments known throughout the world, it’s no surprise Egypt is at the top of the list for many intrepid travelers. Millions travel here to explore its vast deserts, visit the Pyramids of Giza and other archaeological sites, take boat tours along the Nile River, and more. Whatever you do here, a trip to Egypt is one you’re unlikely to forget.

Travel Health Guide

Egypt

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Egypt Travel Checklist

At Runway, we're looking to empower the traveler with information, resources and access to prescription travel medication. Runway Health Guides are compiled from government sources, local authorities and vetted by a team of licensed travel physicians. From vaccine requirements to medication recommendations, here’s everything you need to know.

Vaccine Entry Requirements For Egypt

Yellow Fever

If traveling directly from the US, Egypt does not require any vaccines to enter.

COVID-19

Requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations change regularly. For the latest travel requirements, please refer to this interactive map developed by our friends at Sherpa.

Most travelers get these

when traveling from the US to Egypt

Vaccines

Covid 19
Childhood Vaccines:

Chickenpox
Diphtheria – Tetanus – Pertussis
Flu (Influenza)
Measles – Mumps – Rubella (MMR)
Polio
Shingles
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

Medications

Traveler’s Diarrhea Antibiotics

to alleviate an intestinal infection resulting from eating or drinking contaminated food or water. It is the most common travel-related illness and can occur anywhere, but the highest-risk destinations are in Asia, Africa, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Middle East.

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Some travelers get these

when traveling from the US to Egypt

Vaccines

Typhoid

if you are visiting rural or remote areas or enjoying an extended stay in the country.

Rabies

may be considered if planning activities that involve direct contact with animals or wildlife – ie. wild camping, cave exploring, or fieldwork in rural areas. As a rule, we recommend avoiding interaction with animals – even domestic pets may carry diseases.

Medications

Motion Sickness Medication

will ensure your travels by air, land or sea are more enjoyable without nausea and dizziness tagging along.

Sleep Aid

may be a great addition to your packing list if you struggle with jet lag or sleeplessness due to travel stress or time zone changes.

Travel Checklist

Vaccine Entry Requirements For Egypt

Yellow Fever

If traveling directly from the US, Egypt does not require any vaccines to enter.

COVID-19

Requirements for COVID-19 vaccinations change regularly. For the latest travel requirements, please refer to this interactive map developed by our friends at Sherpa.

Most travelers get these

when traveling from the US to Egypt

Vaccines

Covid 19
Childhood Vaccines:

Chickenpox
Diphtheria – Tetanus – Pertussis
Flu (Influenza)
Measles – Mumps – Rubella (MMR)
Polio
Shingles
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B

Medications

Traveler’s Diarrhea Antibiotics

Some travelers get these

when traveling from the US to Egypt

Vaccines

Typhoid

if you are visiting rural or remote areas or enjoying an extended stay in the country.

Rabies

Medications

Motion Sickness Medication

will ensure your travels by air, land or sea are more enjoyable without nausea and dizziness tagging along.

Sleep Aid

may be a great addition to your packing list if you struggle with jet lag or sleeplessness due to travel stress or time zone changes.

This guide is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice, nor is the information a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment.