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Last updated: November 9, 2015 10:17 ET Still valid: November 9, 2015 22:42 ET Latest updates: An editorial change was made.
Advisories

Egypt - AVOID NON-ESSENTIAL TRAVEL

Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against non-essential travel to Egypt due to the unpredictable security situation. This advisory does not apply to the Red Sea coastal resorts of Hurghada (and its surroundings) and Sharm el-Sheikh, nor to the area from Luxor to Aswan along the upper Nile, where you should exercise a high degree of caution.

If you decide to travel to Egypt despite this advisory, plan your trip with a reputable Egyptian travel company or agency, as they are are well informed of the security situation and can better plan accordingly.

Register with the Registration of Canadians Abroad service. The ability to provide consular services on short notice may be limited.

Regional Advisory for the Sinai Peninsula (except Sharm el-Sheikh)

Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to the Sinai Peninsula, due to terrorist activity and ongoing military operations by the Egyptian Armed Forces. This does not include the coastal resort of Sharm el-Sheikh, the area within the Sharm el-Sheikh perimeter barrier, the Sharm el-Sheikh International Airport and the areas of Hadaba, Naama Bay, Nabq, Sharks Bay and Sharm el Maya.

See Security for more information.

Regional Advisory for the Western Desert and Libyan border area

Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to within 50 kilometres of the border with Libya, the Siwa Oasis, the Western Desert, including the oases of Bahariya, Bawati, Dakhla and Farafra, and the White and Black deserts, due to smuggling, terrorist activities, the presence of armed groups and ongoing military operations.

See Security for more information.

Regional Advisory for Ismailia and Suez

Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to Ismailia and Suez, due to the unpredictable security situation.

See Security for more information.

Coastal resorts - NO ADVISORY

Exercise a high degree of caution when travelling to Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh, as well as along the upper Nile from Luxor to Aswan. We strongly advise you to arrive and depart by air.

Date modified: 2015-11-09

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