Key takeaways
Egypt has fast 4G nationwide and launched 5G commercially in June 2025. However, WhatsApp voice and video calls, FaceTime and Skype are periodically restricted on local networks by the Egyptian telecoms regulator. A Roamix Egypt eSIM routes traffic internationally rather than through a restricted local breakout, so VoIP apps like WhatsApp calling and FaceTime work normally without a VPN. Budget 8 to 12 GB for two weeks and cache offline maps before driving to Upper Egypt or the Red Sea.
- Roamix routes traffic internationally, so WhatsApp calling, FaceTime and Skype work normally without a VPN on a Roamix eSIM.
- Egypt launched commercial 5G in June 2025 across all four operators, with 4G already strong nationwide.
- VoIP calling is periodically restricted by local operators on direct local breakout connections.
- Most nationalities can obtain a tourist visa on arrival for a fee, making entry straightforward.
- Budget 8 to 12 GB for two weeks. Cache offline maps before heading to remote archaeological sites or the Red Sea coast.
Best way to get data in Egypt
For most visitors to Egypt, a Roamix eSIM is the only connectivity option that combines reliable data with working WhatsApp calls and FaceTime, without needing a VPN.
| Option | Best for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Roamix eSIMRecommended | Best for: Most travellers, especially anyone who needs VoIP calling | International routing keeps WhatsApp calling and FaceTime working without a VPN, which local SIMs cannot do reliably. |
| Local physical SIM | Best for: Budget travellers prioritising cheap data over calling | Cheap data but VoIP calling is often restricted. Available at Cairo airport from operators like Vodafone and Orange. |
| Pocket wifi | Best for: Groups sharing one connection | Same local routing limitations as a local SIM for VoIP calls. Another device to manage and charge. |
| Carrier roaming | Best for: Very short trips | Usually the most expensive option and still subject to local VoIP restrictions in many cases. |
Hotel and resort wifi in Egypt is widely available but variable in quality. VoIP calling on hotel wifi may also be subject to local restrictions. A Roamix eSIM with international routing provides a consistently more reliable connection for calls.
Apps and internet access in Egypt
Egypt periodically restricts VoIP calling apps on local networks. A Roamix eSIM routes traffic internationally rather than through a restricted local breakout, so WhatsApp calling and FaceTime work normally without a VPN.
No VPN needed on Roamix
Roamix routes traffic internationally rather than through a restricted local breakout, so VoIP apps like WhatsApp calling and FaceTime work normally without a VPN.
Egypt's NTRA periodically restricts WhatsApp voice and video calls, FaceTime, Skype and similar VoIP services on local mobile networks. Text messaging on WhatsApp typically works. Telegram has been blocked by major Egyptian carriers since October 2020. Roamix routes traffic internationally, bypassing local breakout restrictions so VoIP calling works normally.
WhatsApp calling and FaceTime, works
Work normally on a Roamix eSIM due to international routing. May be restricted on local SIMs.
WhatsApp messaging, works
Text messages work on all connections in Egypt.
Google Maps and Search, works
No restrictions on search or mapping services.
Social media, works
Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and X all work freely.
How much data you need
Egypt trips use data for navigation across large archaeological sites, booking systems, communication and the VoIP calling that works on Roamix but not on local SIMs. Size your plan generously for a comfortable experience.
5 to 8 GB
One week Cairo and Giza
Navigation, WhatsApp calling, social sharing and booking apps in a compact urban itinerary.
10 to 15 GB
Two week Cairo, Nile cruise and Red Sea
Heavy navigation, regular WhatsApp video calls home, streaming during long transit legs and daily photo sharing.
20 GB or more
Remote work base or extended stay
Video calls via Roamix international routing, laptop tethering and cloud uploads over several weeks.
Data per hour, by activity
- Maps and navigation
- 5 MB
- Social media and browsing
- 100 to 150 MB
- WhatsApp voice and video calls
- 300 MB to 1 GB
- Standard video streaming
- 700 MB to 1 GB
- Video calls via FaceTime
- 500 MB to 1.5 GB
Download offline maps of the Luxor West Bank, Giza plateau and any remote site before you visit. Coverage at some of the most photogenic spots is limited, and navigation offline is far more practical than relying on signal.
How to set up a Egypt eSIM
A Roamix Egypt eSIM is best installed over wifi before departure. It activates automatically when you connect to an Egyptian network on arrival, and its international routing means VoIP apps like WhatsApp calling work immediately without any additional setup.
- 1
Buy your plan on the Roamix Egypt eSIM page before you travel.
- 2
Install the eSIM over wifi by scanning the QR code in your activation email.
- 3
Label it Roamix and keep your home SIM as primary for calls and SMS.
- 4
Enable data roaming for the Roamix line only.
- 5
Land in Egypt and the eSIM connects automatically. WhatsApp calling and FaceTime work immediately via international routing.
Works on eSIM capable phones including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models. The phone must be carrier unlocked.
The correct APN is configured automatically on most devices. If data does not start, apply the APN from your order and toggle airplane mode off and on.
If VoIP calls are not working, confirm data roaming is on for the Roamix line, select the network manually and restart the phone. The Roamix international routing activates as soon as a network connection is established.
Visa and entry for Egypt
Most nationalities can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport and other main entry points for a fee of USD 25. An e-visa system also allows pre-purchase online for an easier arrival experience.
- Visa on arrival
- Available
- eVisa or ETA
- Egypt's official e-visa portal at visa2egypt.gov.eg allows eligible nationalities to pre-purchase a single entry or multiple entry e-visa before travel. This is recommended to speed up arrival processing.
- Passport validity
- Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your planned entry date.
- Onward ticket
- Proof of onward or return travel may be requested at the border.
Keep digital copies of your e-visa confirmation and hotel bookings accessible on your phone. Your Roamix eSIM keeps these available even without wifi.
Entry rules can change. Always confirm current requirements with the official Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or your nearest embassy before travel.
When you land in Egypt
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How people message here
WhatsApp is used widely for text messaging in Egypt. Voice and video calls are often made via traditional phone calls or through apps when international routing is available. Facebook Messenger is also popular.
Do you need a local number?
A Roamix data SIM is sufficient for most tourist needs. A local number is helpful for calling Egyptian businesses or booking services by phone, but most tourist-facing operations communicate by WhatsApp or email.
With a Roamix eSIM you can use WhatsApp calling to reach home contacts without a VPN. Keep your home SIM active for international voice calls as a backup.
Airports in Egypt
CAI
Cairo International Airport
Cairo
Free wifi is available in the terminals but can be slow and unreliable at peak arrival times.
Activate your Roamix eSIM before boarding so you land with WhatsApp calling and FaceTime already working via international routing. Cairo International is large and the arrivals process can be slow; having Roamix active means you can call your hotel pickup driver without a VPN or a local SIM.
HRG
Hurghada International Airport
Hurghada
Basic free wifi in the terminal, often congested during charter flight peaks.
HRG handles millions of Red Sea tourists annually. A pre-installed Roamix eSIM means you avoid airport SIM queues and have WhatsApp calling available for your hotel and dive operator immediately on arrival.
SSH
Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport
Sharm el-Sheikh
Free wifi available in the terminal. Primarily serves charter tourists and Red Sea divers from Europe.
Sharm el-Sheikh handles significant charter traffic. A Roamix eSIM is the safest option for calling home and coordinating with your dive centre or hotel on arrival, given that local SIM VoIP restrictions apply here as elsewhere in Egypt.
LXR
Luxor International Airport
Luxor
Small regional airport with basic wifi available. Luxor handles direct European charter flights in peak season (October to April).
Luxor Airport is 6 km east of the city. Taxis from the airport are unmetered; agree the price before entering. Having Roamix active means you can compare the taxi quote to the standard fare posted on travel sites before accepting.
Getting around Egypt
Getting around Egypt combines fast modern options like rideshare and domestic flights with more atmospheric choices like Nile feluccas and overnight sleeper trains. All the practical booking options now require mobile data.
Rideshare apps
Uber and Careem both operate in Cairo and Alexandria. Both need a live data connection. Using them rather than unlicensed taxis is recommended for tourist safety and price transparency.
Domestic flights
EgyptAir and Nile Air connect Cairo to Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh and other cities. A connected eSIM lets you check in and manage bookings on the move.
Overnight sleeper trains
Abela Egypt runs sleeper trains between Cairo and Luxor or Aswan. A connected phone is helpful for booking through the official Abela website and for navigation on arrival.
Local tuk-tuks and taxis
In smaller towns and resort areas, standard taxis and tuk-tuks are common. Agree the price in advance or use a rideshare app where available.
Use Uber or Careem in Cairo rather than unlicensed street taxis. In Luxor and Aswan, negotiate horse carriage or private driver rates firmly in advance. Keep your Roamix eSIM active to look up fair price benchmarks.
Money and payments in Egypt
The Egyptian pound has been volatile in recent years. USD and EUR are widely accepted in tourist areas and sometimes preferred for entrance fees. Always carry a mix of Egyptian pounds for tips, local transport and smaller shops.
- Cards and cash
- Cards are accepted in major hotels, restaurants and tourist shops. Local transport, market stalls, tips and national park fees often need cash.
- ATMs
- ATMs are available in cities and resort areas. Bank ATMs inside hotels and shopping centres are the safest option. Choose to be charged in EGP rather than your home currency.
- Payment apps
- Cash dominates local transactions. Vodafone Cash is the main mobile money service used by Egyptians. A connected Roamix eSIM keeps your banking apps accessible while travelling.
- Tipping
- Baksheesh tipping is woven into Egyptian culture and is expected in most service interactions. Tip guides, drivers, hotel staff, bathroom attendants and anyone who assists you. Small amounts of EGP go a long way.
Daily budget
Budget travellers spend around 500 to 800 EGP per day, mid range 1,500 to 3,000 EGP. Resort areas and guided tours add considerably to costs.
Local tips for Egypt
- Language
- Arabic is the official language. Egyptian Arabic is understood across the Arab world from television and media. English is widely spoken in tourist areas, hotels and major sites. A translation app is helpful in local markets.
- Food
- Look for ful medames and ta'ameya for breakfast, koshary for a cheap street classic, and fresh seafood in Alexandria and Red Sea resorts. Book popular Cairo restaurants ahead during peak tourist season.
- Plugs
- 220V, Type C and F plugs
Apps worth having
Uber
rideshare
Operates in Cairo and Alexandria, providing price-transparent and safer transport than unlicensed taxis.
Google Translate
translation
Camera translation of Arabic menus, signs and tickets is essential off the main tourist trail.
Egypt e-visa
travel documents
Access your e-visa confirmation and travel documents directly on your connected phone for fast border presentation.
Safety and health in Egypt
Egypt is generally safe in tourist areas, but visitors should stay aware of their surroundings in crowded markets and follow current foreign ministry travel advice for the Sinai and border regions. Staying connected is especially important for accessing emergency services and live travel advisories.
- Stay reachable
- Keep your Roamix eSIM active throughout your stay. WhatsApp calling working via international routing means you can contact your accommodation, embassy or emergency contacts without needing a VPN.
- Health
- Stomach upsets from food and water are common. Drink bottled water only, avoid ice in non-tourist establishments, and carry oral rehydration salts. Sun protection is essential in summer.
- Tap water
- Do not drink tap water in Egypt. Use bottled water throughout, including for brushing teeth in non-hotel accommodation.
Networks and coverage in Egypt
Egypt's four operators, Vodafone Egypt, Orange Egypt, e& Egypt and WE (Telecom Egypt), all launched 5G simultaneously in June 2025 following a major spectrum investment. Vodafone leads on 5G time and coverage, while WE tops overall experience metrics. A Roamix Egypt eSIM connects you to the best available network and, crucially, routes traffic internationally rather than through a restricted local breakout, so VoIP apps work normally without a VPN.
Vodafone Egypt
Largest operator by subscriber base, leads on 5G time and coverage experience. Operates around 2,000 5G sites nationwide.
Orange Egypt
Strong nationwide 4G and 5G deployment across all governorates, with competitive 5G upload speeds.
e& Egypt
Leads on 5G download speed in early testing at 77 Mbps median, focused on urban centres and enterprise connectivity.
- Typical speeds
- 5G median download speed is 72 to 77 Mbps across operators in early Opensignal data. 4G nationwide provides reliable broadband speeds for most use cases.
- 5G
- All four operators have live commercial 5G as of June 2025, with Vodafone operating around 2,000 5G sites and Orange covering all governorates in high-traffic areas.
The biggest connectivity advantage of a Roamix eSIM in Egypt is not speed but VoIP access. Local SIMs route through restricted local breakout, which means WhatsApp and FaceTime calls often fail. A Roamix eSIM routes internationally, so your calls go through normally.
Urban coverage in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan and resort towns is strong. Remote desert areas, Sinai mountain routes and some stretches of the Nile Valley between cities can have limited signal. Egyptian networks use LTE and 5G bands supported by most modern unlocked phones. A Roamix eSIM works on virtually any recent device.
Where to go in Egypt
Egypt compresses thousands of years of history into a single country. The Nile corridor connects Cairo's chaos to the temples of Luxor and the tombs of Aswan, while the Red Sea coast offers world class diving and the Sinai has dramatic desert mountain scenery. A Roamix eSIM keeps navigation, communication and booking apps running throughout.
Best time to visit
October to April for comfortable temperatures across all sites. May to September is very hot inland but fine on the Red Sea. Ramadan brings a unique atmosphere though some services adjust their hours.
Cairo and Giza
Africa's largest city and the Arab world's cultural capital. The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx are 20 km from downtown Cairo's Khan el-Khalili bazaar. The Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square holds the world's greatest collection of ancient artefacts. The Grand Egyptian Museum at Giza, home to Tutankhamun's complete treasure, opened to full capacity in 2023.
- Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx
- Grand Egyptian Museum
- Khan el-Khalili bazaar
- Islamic Cairo mosques (Ibn Tulun, Al-Azhar)
- Egyptian Museum on Tahrir Square
Strong 4G and growing 5G across central Cairo, Giza and the main tourist districts. Coverage is dense in urban areas including Zamalek, Garden City, Downtown, Heliopolis and the Giza Plateau.
Luxor and the Upper Nile
Ancient Thebes, the greatest open-air museum in the world. The Karnak Temple complex, Luxor Temple on the East Bank, and the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, and Hatshepsut's Temple (Deir el-Bahari) on the West Bank compose the most concentrated heritage site on Earth.
- Valley of the Kings (KV62: Tutankhamun's tomb)
- Karnak Temple complex
- Luxor Temple at night
- Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple (Deir el-Bahari)
- Valley of the Queens
Good 4G across Luxor city and both East and West Banks. Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings are all covered. Felucca rides on the Nile maintain coverage within sight of the banks.
Aswan and Abu Simbel
Aswan is Egypt's southernmost major city, with a slower pace, Nubian village culture, and the engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam. Abu Simbel, 280 km further south, holds Ramses II's temples aligned to illuminate the inner sanctuary on February 22 and October 22. Philae Temple island, relocated stone by stone in one of UNESCO's greatest rescue operations, sits in the Aswan reservoir.
- Abu Simbel Temples of Ramses II
- Philae Temple (Agilkia Island)
- Aswan High Dam
- Nubian Village boat trip
- Kitchener's Island Botanical Garden
Good 4G in Aswan city. The Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple island are covered. Abu Simbel, accessed by a 3-hour drive across the desert, has basic coverage at the temple site.
Red Sea Coast: Hurghada and El Gouna
Egypt's most popular beach destination. Hurghada's Sahl Hasheesh and Makadi Bay have all-inclusive resort strips facing warm, clear Red Sea water. El Gouna is an upmarket planned resort city 25 km north of Hurghada with a lagoon kite surfing culture. Dahab on the Sinai coast has a laid-back diver and backpacker atmosphere centred on the famous Blue Hole.
- Hurghada coral reef snorkelling
- El Gouna lagoon kite surfing
- Giftun Island day trip
- Dahab Blue Hole diving
- Ras Mohammed National Park
Full 4G coverage across Hurghada, El Gouna and Safaga resort areas. Dive boats on the house reef maintain shore coverage. Offshore dive sites 30 km from shore can be off-grid.
Sinai: Sharm el-Sheikh and St. Catherine's
Sharm el-Sheikh is a world-class diving and snorkelling destination with exceptional coral reefs at Naama Bay. Ras Mohammed National Park at the peninsula's tip has reef walls that host dense pelagic fish. St. Catherine's Monastery in the interior is one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world, at the foot of Mount Sinai at 2,285 metres.
- Naama Bay coral reef snorkelling
- Ras Mohammed National Park reef wall
- St. Catherine's Monastery
- Mount Sinai sunrise hike
- Colored Canyon, Wadi Dahab
Full coverage in Sharm el-Sheikh resort areas and Naama Bay. Ras Mohammed marine reserve visitor areas are covered. St. Catherine's town and the monastery area have basic 4G. The Mount Sinai summit trail is patchy and remote Sinai interior is sparse.
Off the beaten path
Surreal chalk formations shaped by millennia of wind into mushroom columns and inselbergs rising from a vast flat plain. Camping overnight under a full moon in the White Desert is one of Egypt's most otherworldly experiences.
Signal: Patchy to no coverage in the White Desert itself. Basic coverage in Bahariya Oasis town, the gateway, approximately 370 km from Cairo.
The Oracle of Amun Temple where Alexander the Great was proclaimed a god. A Berber-speaking community that survived largely unchanged for centuries, with salt lakes, fresh springs, and mud-brick Shali Fortress ruins in the town centre.
Signal: Basic 4G coverage in Siwa town from one or two operators. Remote desert tracks outside town have no signal. The drive from Marsa Matrouh (300 km) passes through stretches with no coverage.
The Blue Hole is one of the world's most famous free-diving and scuba sites: a 130-metre-deep circular sinkhole in the Red Sea reef, with a tunnel at 56 metres connecting it to the open sea. Dahab town itself is Egypt's most relaxed resort, with a backpacker-meets-diver culture.
Signal: Good 4G in Dahab town. The Blue Hole and Lighthouse dive sites have coverage on the beach. Dive boat decks offshore can be limited.
The ruins of a vast early Christian pilgrimage city built over the tomb of Saint Menas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. Almost entirely unknown to international tourists despite being the most significant early Christian site in Africa.
Signal: Basic coverage near the main Abu Mena site. Alexandria city has full 4G and 5G.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site containing 40 million-year-old fossilised whale skeletons, evidence of the ocean that once covered the Sahara. Protocetus and Basilosaurus fossils lie exposed in the desert floor, making it one of the most extraordinary prehistoric landscapes on Earth.
Signal: No mobile coverage within the Wadi el-Hitan protected area. Fayoum city, 90 km east, has coverage.
The Temple of Isis, moved stone by stone to its current island location when the Aswan High Dam was built, in one of UNESCO's greatest rescue operations. The night Sound and Light Show is among Egypt's most atmospheric heritage experiences.
Signal: Good 4G at the boat jetty in Aswan. Basic coverage on the island of Agilkia where the temple sits.
The modern recreation of the ancient Library of Alexandria, designed by Norwegian architects Snohetta and opened in 2002. A 70,000 square metre cultural complex housing museums, a planetarium, and one of the Arab world's greatest manuscript collections.
Signal: Full 4G in Alexandria. The Bibliotheca Alexandrina building and corniche area are fully covered.
Egypt's first national park and one of the Red Sea's greatest dive destinations. The Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef wall drops 80 metres into open water with schools of barracuda, fusiliers, and occasional hammerhead sharks. World-class snorkelling from the beaches.
Signal: Coverage at the visitor centre entrance. Offshore dive sites are off-grid. The southern tip of Sinai including Shark Reef and Yolanda Reef is accessible only by boat.
The workers' village where the craftsmen who built the Valley of the Kings lived and were buried. Unlike the royal tombs, Deir el-Medina's tombs are intensely painted and intimate in scale. The community left ostraca (limestone fragments) giving the most personal written account of daily life in ancient Egypt.
Signal: Good 4G throughout the Luxor West Bank and Deir el-Medina site.
Cairo's Ottoman-era bazaar, established in the 14th century, selling spices, jewellery, perfume, textiles, and papyrus across a maze of lanes unchanged in commercial character for 600 years. The adjacent Al-Hussein Mosque and the medieval Mamluk architecture of Muizz Street are among Cairo's greatest sights.
Signal: Good 4G throughout Khan el-Khalili and the surrounding Islamic Cairo quarter.
Events and seasons in Egypt
Late January to early February
Cairo International Book Fair
Cairo International Exhibition and Convention Centre
The oldest and largest book fair in the Arab world, drawing 2 to 3 million visitors over two weeks. Arab publishers, international publishers with Arabic translations, and Egyptian literary culture at its most public.
February 22 and October 22
Abu Simbel Sun Festival
Abu Simbel, Aswan Governorate
Twice a year on these exact dates, the rising sun penetrates the 65-metre entrance corridor of Ramses II's Great Temple and illuminates three of the four deities in the sanctuary, leaving only Ptah (god of darkness) in shadow. The alignment was engineered 3,200 years ago and maintained when the temple was relocated to higher ground in the 1960s.
March
Luxor African Film Festival
Luxor city, Luxor Governorate
A growing film festival dedicated to African cinema, held in Luxor with screenings at the Luxor Museum, the Sofitel Winter Palace, and open-air venues near the Nile. Celebrates sub-Saharan, North African, and diaspora cinema in one of the world's greatest heritage cities.
Easter Monday (Coptic calendar)
Sham el-Nessim
Nationwide, especially Cairo parks and the Nile
Egypt's most ancient holiday, predating Islam and Christianity, celebrated on the Monday after Coptic Easter. Families spend the entire day outdoors in parks, on the Nile, and in gardens. Traditional foods include feseekh (salted fermented mullet), spring onions, lettuce, and coloured eggs.
September
Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival
Alexandria
One of Egypt's oldest film festivals, focused on Mediterranean and Arab cinema, held in Alexandria with the distinctive backdrop of the Eastern Harbour. Screenings take place at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Cecil Hotel's historic venue.
October
Cairo Jazz Festival
Cairo Jazz Club and outdoor venues, Agouza
Egypt's premier jazz festival, held at multiple Cairo venues including outdoor stages and the Cairo Jazz Club on 26 July Street in Agouza. Egyptian jazz artists perform alongside international performers from Europe and the Arab world.
October
El-Gouna Film Festival
El Gouna, Red Sea
A rapidly rising Red Sea film festival established in 2017, held in the upmarket resort town of El Gouna. Arab, African, and international competition films screen alongside industry panels and outdoor screenings on the El Gouna marina.
November
Cairo International Film Festival
Cairo Opera House, Zamalek
Africa's oldest and most prestigious film festival, established in 1976. Egyptian and international competition films screen across multiple Cairo venues including the Cairo Opera House on Gezira Island, with certain open-air screenings against the backdrop of the Grand Pyramids.
12th of Rabi al-Awwal (lunar calendar, varies annually)
Moulid al-Nabi
Nationwide, especially Cairo's Sayeda Zeinab district
The birth of the Prophet Muhammad is celebrated with processions, Sufi dhikr chanting ceremonies, candy in the shape of horses and brides, and street fairs that last through the night in Cairo's traditional neighbourhoods.
Varies annually per lunar calendar (roughly 10 to 11 days earlier each year)
Ramadan
Nationwide
Egypt's most important religious period transforms daily life. Daytime hours are quieter with shorter commercial hours at many sites. After iftar (sunset meal), Cairo explodes with activity: street markets, Ramadan lanterns everywhere, special television programming, and a social warmth extraordinary to witness.
Through the year
- Spring
- March and April are pleasant, though the khamsin sandstorms can affect Cairo and the Delta for days at a time.
- Summer
- May to September is extremely hot in Cairo and Upper Egypt, exceeding 40 degrees in July and August. The Red Sea resorts remain popular with European visitors despite the heat.
- Fall
- October and November bring ideal temperatures for visiting the Nile sites, with crowds lower than peak winter season.
- Winter
- December to February is the most popular tourist season, with comfortable temperatures across all destinations and the Abu Simbel sun festival in February.
Working remotely from Egypt
Cairo and Alexandria offer coworking spaces and decent hotel wifi, though speeds and reliability vary. The Red Sea resorts have improved connectivity but are not primarily set up for remote workers.
- Connection
- A Roamix eSIM with international routing handles WhatsApp and video calls without a VPN, which is a key advantage for remote workers in Egypt. A 20 GB or larger plan suits a working week.
Hotel business centres and upscale cafes in Zamalek and Maadi in Cairo offer the most reliable fixed wifi for remote work sessions. Use your Roamix eSIM as backup and for VoIP calling.
