Beijing, Feb. 1 -- According to the WeChat message of the Chinese Embassy in Egypt, many compatriots come to Egypt for tourism during the Spring Festival
1. Prepare for your trip.
Understand the security situation in Egypt in advance, pay attention to the Chinese consular service network, "Consular Express" WeChat***Chinese Embassy in Egypt**, etc., to fully understand the precautions for tourism in Egypt. Choose your travel route safely, tell your family about your travel plan and your own situation in a timely manner, and avoid traveling to high-risk areas such as the North Sinai Peninsula and unofficial scenic spots with sparse population, poor public security and poor communication. It is recommended to travel with a group, please choose a reputable and well-served travel agency, actively consider purchasing personal accident insurance, and it is not recommended to "travel independently" in Egypt.
II. Precautions on board and in and out of the country.
1) Be vigilant when boarding, lock your checked baggage, keep your carry-on baggage in plain sight, and carry your passport, cash and valuables with you and keep them safe.
2) Declare carry-on items and cash in accordance with regulations when entering the country. The airport customs strictly inspects inbound and outbound luggage, and do not bring drones, remote-controlled drones (including all kinds of remote-controlled aircraft toys), walkie-talkies and other equipment into the country, or carry sea cucumbers, seahorses, corals, ivory products and medicines that exceed the reasonable amount of personal use, etc., violators will face heavy fines and other penalties.
Passengers who intend to enter the country with a visa on arrival should prepare $2,000 in cash and a round-trip ticket before traveling.
Voucher for 4 or 5 star hotel reservations. Egypt is a foreign exchange control country, and the airport customs allows passengers to carry 10,000 US dollars or equivalent in foreign currency cash and 5,000 Egyptian pounds in local currency when entering and leaving the country. The above customs regulations are subject to change from time to time, so please be sure to pay attention to and comply with the relevant regulations and declaration requirements before traveling.
3. Civilized and law-abiding travel.
1) Please pay attention to abide by the law and do not buy or carry prohibited items or engage in illegal and criminal activities. Do not stay or take photos near military and police restricted areas, military facilities, ** organs, religious sites that are not open for tourism, etc., do not take pictures of local military police, and in case of military and police inspections, you should take the initiative to cooperate and avoid misunderstandings. Pay attention to the care of cultural relics and historic sites, protect the ecological environment, and avoid uncivilized behaviors such as climbing pyramids and carving words on monuments.
2) Please understand and respect local customs, cultural traditions, religious beliefs and behavioral taboos in advance, and do not make loud noises or make inappropriate remarks in mosques and other religious places. Female visitors are advised to travel in groups as much as possible and dress appropriately.
Fourth, pay attention to travel safety.
1) Traffic safety. Some of Egypt's road administration facilities are poor, there are fewer traffic lights, local drivers drive fast, people and vehicles are mixed, and traffic accidents are high. Please follow the safety management of the tour guide, reduce unnecessary self-paid travel items, and try to avoid leaving the group to act alone. If you do need to go out, be sure to get permission from your guide and keep in close contact. When traveling long distances by car, try to avoid "red-eye" trips, remind drivers to drive safely, and fasten their seatbelts throughout the journey. Always pay attention to traffic safety, cross the road carefully, do not run or stay on the road, and take the initiative to avoid vehicles.
2) Wading safety. The sea conditions around Egypt are complex, the beach safety and rescue facilities are not perfect, and the tides, whirlwinds, undercurrents, and offshore currents are the killers of sea swimming. Drowning accidents occur frequently in Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh and other places, and tourists should pay special attention to safety when swimming or diving in the sea, and diving should be accompanied by professionals. Pay attention to the warning signs before going to the sea, and do not enter the water when the weather is bad or the wind and waves are strong. If you find that the beach safety measures are not in place, or if there are no lifeguards, do not enter the water.
3) Personal and property safety. Egypt is dry and rainless, and most areas have a tropical desert climate, so visitors to Egypt are invited to fully consider their own health conditions, carefully choose diving, hot air balloons and other tourism projects, such as participating in related activities, please be sure to accept professional training and escort. Do not go out in bad weather, after drinking alcohol or taking medication, or when you are not in good physical condition. Never go to undeveloped, unsafe areas. Please take good care of your documents and belongings, and it is recommended to keep copies and electronic copies of important documents for later use. For the elderly, it is recommended that they be accompanied by family members and be sure to carry emergency medicines with them.
5. Handle disputes rationally.
If there is a dispute with intermediaries, travel agencies, airlines and other institutions, please protect your rights rationally in accordance with the law, resolve it through negotiation or legal channels, and avoid taking radical or irrational behaviors. In the event of normal law enforcement by local law enforcement, they should cooperate, remain rational when accepting inspections, and answer questions truthfully. If it is believed that the other party has committed infringement, it may be requested to present its documents, retain relevant evidence, and protect its legitimate rights and interests through legal channels.
6. Keep in mind the emergency**.
Stay on top of emergencies such as alarms, emergency numbers, and consular protection and assistance at the embassy or consulate in Egypt. In case of emergency, please report to the police and contact the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Egypt in time.
Egypt Police**: 202-122
Egyptian Tourist Police: +202-126
Egypt First Aid**: 202-123
Traffic accident alarm**: 2-01221110000
Consular Protection and Assistance of the Chinese Embassy in Egypt**: 202-27363556
Consular Protection and Assistance**: 2-01274571836
**Global Consular Protection & Services Emergency** (24 hours): +86-10-12308 or +86-10-65612308 (end).