Egypt

AfricaModerate risk

No malaria risk in typical tourist areas. Food hygiene important. Avoid swimming in the Nile.

When are you travelling?

Vaccines for Egypt

Recommended

Hepatitis A

2 weeks before travel

Recommended

Typhoid

2 weeks before travel

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MMRDTPCOVID-19

Other health risks

Traveller's diarrheaSchistosomiasis (Nile contact)

Common questions about travel health in Egypt

Yes. Hepatitis A, Typhoid are recommended for most travellers.

Health overview: Egypt

No malaria risk in typical tourist areas. Food hygiene important. Avoid swimming in the Nile.

Last reviewed: 6/26/2026 · Sources: CDC · WHO · NaTHNaC

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