ATM Fees in Egypt
Egyptian Pound (EGP) • Updated April 2026
Egypt is largely cash-based. Cards are accepted at hotels, major restaurants, and tourist shops. ATMs are common in cities. The EGP devalued massively in 2024 (from ~30 to ~48 per USD) - always check current rates before traveling.
Tips for Egypt
- • Cash is king - always carry Egyptian Pounds
- • US Dollars useful for hotels and some tours
- • ATMs common in cities but may run out of cash
- • Bargaining expected at markets
- • Tipping (baksheesh) is a way of life - keep small bills handy
- • Exchange rates fluctuate significantly - check before travel
Airport tips
- • Cairo Airport has ATMs and exchange offices
- • Get Egyptian Pounds before leaving airport
- • Visa on arrival costs $25 USD (or equivalent)
Don't forget your home bank fees
The fees shown above are charged by local ATMs. Your home bank may also charge additional fees for international withdrawals (typically 1-3% + a flat fee). Check with your bank before traveling.
Estimated daily expenses
How much cash you might need per day in Egypt, per person.
Backpacker
Hostels, street food, public transport
EGP/day
≈ $47.54-101 USD
Mid-range
Hotels, restaurants, mix of transport
EGP/day
≈ $143-302 USD
Luxury
Premium hotels, fine dining, private transport
EGP/day
≈ $384-914 USD
Cash vs card acceptance
Where you'll need cash and where cards work in Egypt.
Credit card acceptance
Low to ModerateCash preferred almost everywhere. Cards work at hotels and upscale establishments.
You'll need cash for
- • Most restaurants
- • Transport
- • Markets and bazaars
- • Tips (baksheesh)
- • Smaller hotels
Cards usually accepted
- • Major hotels
- • Upscale restaurants
- • Tourist shops
- • Some tour operators
💰 Cheapest banks for foreign cards
These banks charge the lowest fees for withdrawals with foreign cards.
| Bank | ATM Fee | Est. Cost | Branches | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIB (Commercial International Bank) | 100-150 EGP | 0% | Visa/MC rate | ~2.00 USD | 200 | Best for foreign cards |
| National Bank of Egypt | 100-150 EGP | 0% | Visa/MC rate | ~2.00 USD | 400 | Largest bank |
| Banque Misr | 100-150 EGP | 0% | Visa/MC rate | ~2.00 USD | 350 | State bank |
📍 Most widely available ATMs
Sorted by number of ATM locations. More branches means easier access, but fees may be higher.
| Bank | ATM Fee | Est. Cost | Branches | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Bank of Egypt | 100-150 EGP | 0% | Visa/MC rate | ~2.00 USD | 400 | Best coverage |
| Banque Misr | 100-150 EGP | 0% | Visa/MC rate | ~2.00 USD | 350 | Nationwide |
| CIB | 100-150 EGP | 0% | Visa/MC rate | ~2.00 USD | 200 | Major cities |
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