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🇪🇬 Vaccines for Egypt

Entry requirements & recommendations for travel to Egypt

Hepatitis A and Typhoid are recommended. No malaria risk in main tourist areas including Cairo, Luxor, and the Red Sea coast. There's a low risk in the El Faiyum governorate. No vaccines required for entry.

Medical disclaimer: This is general information only — not personal medical advice. Requirements and risks change. Always consult a qualified travel health clinic before departure.
Required for entry

No vaccines required for entry to this destination.

Recommended by WHO & CDC
Hepatitis A
Food and water contamination risk — very common.
💉 2 doses
📅 Book at least 4 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 2 weeks after 1st dose. Full protection after 2nd dose (6–12 months later).
🛡 Protects for: 1st dose ~1 yr. 2nd dose: lifetime.
Recommended
Typhoid
Contaminated food and water, especially outside major hotels.
💉 1 dose
📅 Book at least 3 weeks before travel
⚡ Effective: 2 weeks after vaccination.
🛡 Protects for: 3–5 years. Booster recommended if re-exposure.
Recommended
Disease risks
  • ⚠Hepatitis A
  • ⚠Typhoid
  • ⚠Schistosomiasis (Nile water)
  • ⚠Malaria (very limited — El Faiyum area only)
Notes: Hepatitis A and Typhoid strongly recommended. Avoid swimming in Nile/fresh water (schistosomiasis). No malaria risk for typical tourist destinations.
Approximate cost per person
Required vaccines
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None required for entry
Recommended vaccines
~€185
(~$201)
per person · full courses
Hepatitis A (2 doses)€140 ($152)
Typhoid (1 dose)€45 ($49)

💡 Approximate figures based on private European travel clinic rates (April 2026). Actual costs vary by clinic and country. Not all recommended vaccines will apply to every trip — discuss your specific itinerary with a travel health clinic.

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When to book

Book 2–4 weeks before travel. Egypt is relatively low-risk. Hepatitis A and Typhoid have short lead times.

Common questions
Do I need vaccines for Egypt?
No vaccines required for entry. Hepatitis A and Typhoid recommended. Yellow Fever proof if arriving from endemic countries.
Is there malaria in Egypt?
No malaria risk in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, or Sharm el-Sheikh. Very low risk in El Faiyum, not a tourist destination.
Is street food safe in Egypt?
Exercise caution. Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccination significantly reduces your risk. Stick to hot freshly cooked food and bottled water.
What is the Red Sea health risk?
No specific vaccine risks at Red Sea resorts. Sun, heat, and water safety (swimming, diving) are the main health considerations.

Data based on WHO International Travel and Health and CDC Yellow Book 2026. Last verified: April 2026. Always verify current requirements with a travel health clinic before departure.