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Leaving Egypt with an expired visa December 2024 by Faithhope404
Hi everyone,Couldn鈥檛 find any up-to-date information regarding leaving Egypt with an expired visa. My visa hasn鈥檛 expired much (10days) but I was wondering if there is anyone in the forum that has experience or heard stories from people ...
Hi how are you doing, you can go to gawazat and pay there, or as many doing at same of departure day go to airport and pay there, but please be there early before the flight within 3 hours, it will take a little time and check in employee will fix ... Read More
Leaving Egypt with an expired visa December 2024 by Faithhope404
Hi everyone,Couldn鈥檛 find any up-to-date information regarding leaving Egypt with an expired visa. My visa hasn鈥檛 expired much (10days) but I was wondering if there is anyone in the forum that has experience or heard stories from people ...
Hi, You can fly out but you will pay a penalty fee for each expired visa (except children under 18). The fee increases according how late or expired the visa is. There is a 2-week grace period. Read More
leaving egypt with newborn passport and no visa by fatima1234
I have been issued an emergency passport for my son and i will be leaving soon but the embassy told me i have to get a visa before i leave. What do I need to show them and do i really need a visa just to leave?
Hi Ahmed,Sorry to hear about your predicament.Q1- Children born in Egypt cannot leave the country without an entry visa stamp in their passports. Q2- An Egyptian birth certificate is a requirement to obtain an entry visa for children born in Egypt ... Read More
Power Outage by faithhope301
Has anyone experience power outages only on half of your unit? Certain parts of our apartment is with electricity and some parts have no electricity (right now, our kitchen and bathroom have electricity, but our living area and dining area is ...
@faithhope301Yes, there is an electrical issue in your apartment. First, try the electrical box (fuse box). Turn each switch off for a few seconds. Then, turn the switches back on.If that doesn't work, call an electrician. The apartment owner should ... Read More
Where to start, we want to move to Hurghada by rsteele2
hello. im rachel from the uk. im l to move to egpt with my husband. where do i start? ill need info on jobs, renting and apartment etc鈥e are in our mid fifties and i have visited twice. i was recent In hurghda and this is where we want to ...
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Where to start, we want to move to Hurghada by rsteele2
hello. im rachel from the uk. im l to move to egpt with my husband. where do i start? ill need info on jobs, renting and apartment etc鈥e are in our mid fifties and i have visited twice. i was recent In hurghda and this is where we want to ...
@rsteele2Hi,Sorry, I came across your post just now.Try Dubizzle for jobs, housing, etc.https://www.dubizzle.com.eg/en/Try Wuzzuf for jobshttps://wuzzuf.net/jobs/egyptHope it all works out! 馃槉Mona Read More
Indian groceries cairo by Avnash Iyer
Hi. New here and just moved into new Cairo. Love the place and people. Would like to know of any known grocery store that has Indian food supplies. Any pointers welcome and thanks for responses avnash
Hi @AvnashWelcome to New Cairo. Glad you are settling in well.I'm not Indian, but a quick Google search turned up a few hits.https://m.facebook.com/indianministore/Indian Mini Store Sitara Shop011 13059786 https://g.co/kgs/Jns51Ki ... Read More
Any divorcees want to chat or meet up? by American in Cairo
Hi,I'm Mona in New Cairo and have found myself on a new journey to rediscover myself after divorce.Am I the only one? Hopefully, not 馃榾 PM if you can relate to this topic and want to chat or hangout. ***Guys looking for dates, please ...
HiI remember you! 馃槉 How's it going? New Cairo is great for me. It's not crowded, plenty of activities and many locals speak English here. I'm single now after being married for 10 years, so I have been blessed to maneuver alone quite well ... Read More
Any divorcees want to chat or meet up?
Hi,I'm Mona in New Cairo and have found myself on a new journey to rediscover myself after divorce.Am I the only one? Hopefully, not 馃榾 PM if you can relate to this topic and want to chat or hangout. ***Guys looking for dates, please ... Read More
Birth certificate by marteria1997
Hello everybodyi was in vacation with my pregnant girlfriend in egypt, she gave birth to a boy (2 month to early), the health department refused to give me a birth certificate because i couldnt provide a marriage certificate (were not married), did ...
@marteria1997Congrats on the birth and that everything got sorted! Thanks for sharing the update clap 馃憦 Read More
Sexual harrasment when using in-drive by maryfrank2008
My minors experienced a very terrible sexual harassment in the in-drive Hyundai *** in Cairo. They survived a serious accident too from the actions of the driver. The in-drive was informed, but the driver is still driving Be aware when hiring an ...
@maryfrank2008Yes, contact the police and possibly your embassy. I was horrified when I read your post 馃槻 They are children!!!!Thank you for spreading awareness. I was just warned a couple of weeks ago about Uber drivers sexually harassing ... Read More
Expat empaths in Cairo? by American in Cairo
Hi,I'm hoping to meet some expat empaths soon. Just seeking to be around like minds. I'm in New Cairo but willing to travel to nearby areas (Maadi, Nasr City, etc.)PM if you want to meet up to relax at a cafe & chat Mona
Lol @ 'too much empathy.' Story of my life 'Learning experience' too. I wanted to live abroad. I initially planned to relocate to South America, but Egypt was recommended. I checked it out & gave it a try.I've been in Egypt for several years ... Read More
Expat empaths in Cairo? by American in Cairo
Hi,I'm hoping to meet some expat empaths soon. Just seeking to be around like minds. I'm in New Cairo but willing to travel to nearby areas (Maadi, Nasr City, etc.)PM if you want to meet up to relax at a cafe & chat Mona
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Expat empaths in Cairo?
Hi,I'm hoping to meet some expat empaths soon. Just seeking to be around like minds. I'm in New Cairo but willing to travel to nearby areas (Maadi, Nasr City, etc.)PM if you want to meet up to relax at a cafe & chat Mona Read More
Egyptian man and American woman by Vfelcetto
I hope my message finds all of you well. I am an American who married an Egyptian here in Egypt in 2022. I applied for a spousal visa for him to join me in th United States however I am having some concerns.We met on social media. I approached him ...
@vfelcettoDid everything work out? Trust your instincts!!!! When I read your original post, your husband's behavior screamed narcissist with a capital N!!!Be very careful and be logical not emotional. Read More