The following items may be imported into Egypt by travellers over 18 without incurring customs duty: 

200 cigarettes or 25 cigars or 200g of tobacco or 1L of alcoholic beverages

What is the currency in Egypt?

The currency of Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (LE), which is divided into 100 piastres. Banknotes come in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200. Pound Sterling, US Dollars, Euros, and other major currencies can be exchanged in Egypt. Exchange facilities are available at various bureaux de change, and all major towns have ATMs. Check OANDA for the latest exchange rates. It's advisable to request banknotes in smaller denominations, as it can sometimes be hard to get change from large notes, and smaller notes are handy for smaller purchases and gratuities. Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in government-run stores, most hotels, and Red Sea resorts. Traveller's checks are not recommended as they're often difficult to exchange and incur high fees.

What do things cost in Egypt?

Egypt is a very price-competitive destination, so much so in fact that in 2015 it was ranked the world's second-cheapest country for international visitors based on hotel prices, taxes, and purchasing power parity. Issued by the World Economic Forum, the annual Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report highlights that Egypt is a bargain travel option, especially for those coming from the West. In terms of eating out, you can expect to pay around $10 per person for an inexpensive restaurant meal, though of course, you will pay more depending on how many courses you have! A litre bottle of water will cost around $1.20, whilst a bottle of beer tends to be priced at around $4, though it is likely to be a bit more expensive in the hotels. When travelling on a group tour, which includes your accommodation, sightseeing, breakfast, and transportation, we recommend budgeting between USD 40 and 50 per person per day to cover additional meals, snacks, drinks, souvenirs, and odd purchases.