TRAVELLER’S CHEQUES IN EGYPT

While there is no problem cashing well-known brands of travellers cheques at the major banks such as Banque Misr or the National Bank of Egypt, many forex bureaus don’t take them. Cheques issued on post office accounts (common in Europe) or cards linked to such accounts cannot be used in Egypt.

Banks can have a small handling charge on traveller’s cheques, usually a few Egyptian pounds per cheque. Always ask about commission as it can vary. Forex bureaus that take cheques tend not to charge any commission.

In addition, Amex and Thomas Cook travellers cheques can also be cashed at their offices, found in Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh. A small handling charge usually applies.