Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Cairo

Starting Wednesday March 25, for the next two weeks the Government of Egypt will begin enforcing a nighttime curfew from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

In addition to the alert below, please see the Embassy’s Covid-19 page for Egypt specific information: U.S. Embassy in Egypt COVID-19 Information  

Location: Egypt

Event: Starting Wednesday March 25, for the next two weeks the Government of Egypt will begin enforcing a nighttime curfew from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.  The government has announced the following details:

  • During curfew hours, all public and private transportation will be stopped.
  • Shops and malls will only be allowed to be open from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday. Outside of those hours, and on Fridays and Saturdays, all shops and malls will be closed.
  • Anyone who violates the curfew could face a 4000 EGP fine or possible imprisonment.
  • Grocery stores, bakeries and pharmacies are exempt from the restricted hours and can remain open, but during the restricted hours may only offer delivery.
  • All cafes, casinos, clubs, sports events and other entertainment facilities will remain completely closed.

Additionally, the Government of Egypt made the following announcements:

  • The suspension of incoming commercial passenger flights into Egypt has been extended for two weeks beyond March 31.
  • The closure of public schools and universities will be extended for an additional two weeks.
  • All non-health government services are currently suspended. Expiring government documents will be extended for two weeks.

Actions to Take:

  • Consult the CDC website for the most up-to-date information.
  • For the most recent information on what you can do to reduce your risk of contracting COVID-19, please see the CDC’s latest recommendations.
  • Visit the COVID-19 crisis page on travel.state.gov for the latest information.
  • Check with your airlines, cruise lines, or travel operators regarding any updated information about your travel plans and/or restrictions.

Assistance:

  • U.S. Embassy Cairo (Cairo, Egypt)

5 Tawfik Diab St

Garden City, Cairo, EGYPT

+20-2797-3300

ConsularCairoACS@state.gov

https://eg.usembassy.gov

  • State Department – Consular Affairs

888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444