Compare travel insurance for Egypt from £2.32[1]
Key takeaways
The average cost of travel insurance for Egypt is £24.31[2]
Some insurers treat Egypt as part of Europe due to its Mediterranean border, while others classify it as ‘worldwide’
Egypt is not in Europe so European Health Insurance Cards (EHIC) or Global Health Insurance Cards (GHIC) won’t work there
Do I need travel insurance for Egypt?
Holiday insurance is not a legal requirement. But without it you will be personally responsible for paying all the costs if something goes wrong with your trip.
Travel insurance can financially protect you if your holiday to Egypt is unexpectedly cancelled, you need medical treatment while travelling, or your valuables are lost, damaged or stolen.
According to the latest data from the Association of British Insurers:
British residents had to make 574,000[3] claims on their travel insurance in 2023
The average claim amount was £972[4] and the average medical claim £1,750[4]
In contrast, you can find travel insurance to Italy from just £2.32[1]
What type of travel insurance do I need for Egypt?
Egypt is typically covered under worldwide travel insurance policies, however it’s important to check as some insurers include it in European policies.
The specific type of policy you need depends on your travel plans:
If you are only visiting Egypt, choose single-trip travel insurance and select Egypt as your destination.
Combining a holiday in Egypt with visits to other countries, perhaps on a cruise trip?
Single-trip travel insurance can cover multiple countries as long as:
You don't head home in-between countries. For that you need multi-trip insurance
You are not away for a long time (policy dependent, but usually a month). For that you need backpackers’ insurance
As you’re heading outside Europe you will usually need to select worldwide cover.
You might save money by selecting an annual multi-trip travel insurance policy.
This will also cover you for staycations in the UK.
You can get travel insurance with a pre-existing medical condition, but it may be more expensive than a standard policy.
One trip to Egypt only
One trip to Egypt and other countries
Several holidays throughout the year
Travelling with a medical condition
How much is travel insurance for Egypt?
The table shows the average prices paid by our customers for holidays to Egypt this year. Average price means 51% of customers paid this amount or less. Cheapest price means 10% of customers paid this price or less.
Cheapest price | Average price |
|---|---|
£2.32[1] | £24.31[2] |
Can I get last minute travel insurance for Egypt?
Yes, it is possible to get last-minute travel insurance up to the day of your departure, although not all insurance providers will offer this.
Compare last-minute travel insurance quotes | Cover from just £3.76[5]
Is it cheaper to buy travel insurance closer to my departure date?
No, it is usually more expensive to buy travel insurance last-minute.
If possible you should buy your holiday insurance as soon as you book your trip. That way you'll be covered if you have to cancel your Egyptian holiday.
What should my travel insurance policy for Egypt include?
🚩 Different travel insurance policies have different inclusions and exclusions. You should always read your documents and check what you're covered for.
Standard travel insurance will usually cover:
Illness and accidents
Trip and activity cancellations
Lost luggage (including your passport)
Theft including pickpocketing
Repatriation (bringing you home if you are seriously injured, ill or dead)
Personal liability (you are responsible for accidentally harming someone or their property)
What isn't covered by travel insurance to Egypt?
Typical exclusions include:
Undeclared pre-existing medical conditions
'Unforeseeable' disasters including terrorism, war, strikes and natural disasters
Alcohol and drug-related incidents
Travel to areas advised against by the government (found on the FCDO website)
Adventure or winter sports
💡 Top tip: You can upgrade your insurance to include add-ons like winter sports, gadget cover and travel disruption cover.
Remember your excess!
Your excess is the amount of money you must pay towards any insurance claim you make. It is a fixed amount regardless of the claim size and it is set in advance when you take out your policy.
Increasing your excess can lower the cost of your policy, but make any claims less affordable.
Medical care in Egypt
UK tourists will have to pay for medical care in Egypt if they require it. There is a high quality private healthcare system and if you have insurance, you will be covered for any treatment you need. The GHIC is not valid in Egypt.
Can I get travel insurance for Italy if I have a pre-existing medical condition?
Yes, you can get travel insurance cover with a pre-existing medical condition, but it may be more expensive than a standard policy.
A pre-existing condition is any medical issue for which you had symptoms, medication, medical advice, treatment, or tests before you took out your insurance policy. It includes mental health conditions and disabilities.
You must disclose all pre-existing medical conditions. If you don't, your insurer can refuse to pay out for a claim.
Compare medical conditions travel insurance quotes | Cover from just £4.92[6]
Do I need a visa to visit Egypt?
🚩 Visa requirements for a country can change. For the most up-to-date information, check the UK government’s foreign travel advice website.
Yes, British passport holders will usually need a visa when visiting Egypt. If you’re visiting one of the following resorts for less than 15 days, you won’t need a visa and you’ll get a free permission stamp in your passport when you arrive:
Sharm el Sheikh
Dahab
Nuweiba
Taba
You can apply for a visa online in advance, in person or by post through the Egyptian Consulate General in the UK, or when you arrive in the country.
Do I need vaccinations to visit Egypt?
🚩 Vaccination recommendations may be different for individuals with specific health conditions. We recommend speaking to your doctor before travelling.
The NHS Fit for Travel website recommends that your regular vaccinations are up to date before you travel to Egypt, including your flu and Covid-19 vaccines if you are eligible for these.
A course or booster vaccination of Poliomyelitis and Tetanus is usually advised. Some travellers also have vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies and Typhoid.
What travel insurance do I need for a cruise in Egypt?
Your standard travel insurance policy should cover a cruise trip in Egypt along the Nile. However, every policy is different and you will need to check. If a Nile cruise isn’t covered for any reason, you may need to buy a cruise travel insurance policy.
The average price our customers currently pay for cruise insurance is £74.52[7]. Data based on the average price of travel insurance sold through MoneySuperMarket with cruise cover in 2025.
What travel insurance do I need for rock climbing in Egypt?
You will need to have adventure sports cover. Standard travel insurance policies often will not cover rock climbing, mountaineering or hiking above a certain height or in riskier locations.
You may be able to add adventure sports cover to your existing travel insurance for a fee. Travel insurers will also often bundle together adventure sports cover and winter sports cover.
How do I claim on my travel insurance?
Report the incident you want to claim for to your insurer as soon as possible
If something is stolen, report it to the local police within 24 hours and get a report
Keep records of what has happened, including photos or videos and the contact details of anyone involved
Read our guide to making a claim on your travel insurance.
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