Final Checklist Before You Fly to Egypt
A last check of papers, money, phone and health papers before you leave for Egypt.
Pre-Departure Checklist
Final Pre-Departure Preparation
Use this list in your last two weeks at home.
Why This Checklist Is Essential
- Missing papers can delay your entry or your residence permit.
- Without your vaccine papers, you may have to stay isolated (quarantine) for up to 6 days.
When To Complete This Checklist
- Before the visa: Gather your passport, photos, bank statements and university letter.
- Before you fly: Check your vaccine papers and pack your papers in your hand luggage.
- First week in Egypt: Register your passport within 7 days if you are from India or Pakistan.
Comprehensive Checklist
Travel papers
Valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date.
Apply at the BLS International Egypt Visa Application Centre in India, or at the Embassy of Egypt in Islamabad (Pakistan).
Your offer or nomination letter.
Medicine students
Check your course meets India's National Medical Commission (NMC) rules for doctors who study abroad.
Get the free Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) Student Registration Certificate before you go.
Baggage Allowances
- Passport and visa
- University letter
- Vaccine certificates
- Copies of all papers
Initial Financial Planning
- Keep your cash in more than one place.
- Do not share your card PIN or bank codes with anyone.
Additional Support Resources
Police
122
Emergency police in Egypt.
Ambulance
123
National ambulance line, open 24 hours.
Fire and rescue
180
Civil protection.
Passports office
0227956302 or 0227956303
Ministry of Interior passports line.
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