@Shellybelly
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British passport problems by Marymansoura
Has anyone had to renew their British passport whilst living in Egypt? I renewed mine 10 years ago, it was sent to Paris?? Then returned to British Embassy in 2 weeks. Obviously with covid it's a problem. Renewed mine on 1 October, was told by ...
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British passport problems by Marymansoura
Has anyone had to renew their British passport whilst living in Egypt? I renewed mine 10 years ago, it was sent to Paris?? Then returned to British Embassy in 2 weeks. Obviously with covid it's a problem. Renewed mine on 1 October, was told by ...
Hello. How do you renew your passport while still living in Egypt? This would be good to know in case hubby cant get back to uk because of covid. Thanks Read More
Medication in Egypt by Loïc
Good morning everyone, Whether it's a simple cold or a chronic illness, medication and medicine use vary from country to country and culture to culture. When you are used to certain brands or types of drugs, being in a country like Egypt with ...
I have copd so get all my 3 inhalers from the local phamacy. If they dont stock it they get it in for next day. They also deliver free within the hour, depending how far away you live. I cannot fault them. The only down side is i have to pay for ... Read More
Cost of Living in Egypt in 2020 by Loïc
Hi everyone, Every year, we invite expats who are living in Egypt to share their experience and tell us more about the average price of products and services in their town, city or area, so that we can help future expats planning to settle in ...
My god you must have so much money to afford all of this. I would love to be able to spend that much on all those things. Well done Read More
Just for fun: Unusual cultural habits in Egypt and around the world by Diksha
In this Just for fun thread, we would like to highlight unconventional customs which make Egypt stand out. This is a chance, at the same time, to learn about other countriesÂ’ equally interesting traditions. 1. Which country considers cats to be ...
The beeping of the horns that taxi drivers always do, and the drinking of beer and smoking hash whilst beeping Read More
Visa for over 60s
Hi been living in hurghada now for a year in April 2020. Have visa until 19th April but have lived for 1 year here without returning to uk, on the 5th April. People keep telling me I have to leave the country for 1 day after 1 year but to me this ... Read More
Electricity prices for July by Shellybelly
Can any one help with understanding the electricity charges for July in Hurghada? We have been living here since April and it was costing us apapproximately 20le (£1) for electricity a day. We are now putting on our prepaid card 200le a day ...
Great...at 12.15am meter went back to the lowest tariff, still dont understand why but im glad it has. Read More
Electricity prices for July by Shellybelly
Can any one help with understanding the electricity charges for July in Hurghada? We have been living here since April and it was costing us apapproximately 20le (£1) for electricity a day. We are now putting on our prepaid card 200le a day ...
Thanks again for your reply. We shall see tomorrow what is happening, hopefully. Read More
Electricity prices for July by Shellybelly
Can any one help with understanding the electricity charges for July in Hurghada? We have been living here since April and it was costing us apapproximately 20le (£1) for electricity a day. We are now putting on our prepaid card 200le a day ...
Thank you for trying to help us to understand the way things work in Egypt. The estate agent we rent from says that on the 1st August we should go back to the first bracket, so we have one more day to go. If the meter does not reset itself then we ... Read More
Electricity prices for July
Can any one help with understanding the electricity charges for July in Hurghada? We have been living here since April and it was costing us apapproximately 20le (£1) for electricity a day. We are now putting on our prepaid card 200le a day ... Read More
T Towels in Hurghada by Shellybelly
Any idea where i can buy T Towels in Hurghada ?Been to Spinneys and Carrefour and they dont sell them.
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Any good eye lash extensions in El Kawther area?
Since ive been here my eyelashes have diminished considerably. I know they take a long time to grow back so was thinking of getting some extensions. Can anyone recommend a decent clean place thanks Read More
Expat blog gatherings in Hurghada by Julien
Hi all! What about meeting the other Hurghada ½ûÂþÌìÌà members in real life? Organizing an ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up would be an excellent way to know them! :) An ½ûÂþÌìÌà meet up can be a diner gathering, having coffee, a bring and share in a nice ...
Do you still have this group. Is it ladies only ? Lets hope so lol I live in the intercontinental area so Hurghada is quite far for me Anyone interested in walking, drinking, going out just for the sake of getting out of the apartment? Go to the ... Read More
T Towels in Hurghada
Any idea where i can buy T Towels in Hurghada ?Been to Spinneys and Carrefour and they dont sell them. Read More
Tipping now i live here by Shellybelly
We have now moved to Hurghada and into our rented apartment. With regards to tipping, as we now live here and tell everyone we meet, are we still obliged to tip taxi drivers etc. We are on a budget and i know tips are not a lot but the "not a ...
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