Egypt Health Insurance

A cradle of ancient civilization and culture, and a unified state for over five thousand years, Egypt owes its long existence to the fertile Nile with its replenishing floods. Most of the population is still clustered around this great river and its delta, making these some of the most densely populated regions in the world, while much of the rest of the country consists of harsh deserts with the occasional oasis. Egypt is an attractive destination for travellers and expatriates, with its rich history and material culture, hospitable people, and exciting and varied natural wonders, from the mountains to the deserts to the coral reefs of the Red Sea.

Feeling comfortable in the knowledge that if something was to happen to a family member their medical costs will be taken care of, is important to us all. Our expert consultants can advise on the most suitable level of coverage for families, individuals, groups, travelers, and teachers expatriate health insurance.

Expatriate Health Insurance Egypt

Pacific Prime is an expatriate insurance broker specialising in providing overseas medical insurance for Egypt nationals living, working or holidaying abroad. If you are a non Egypt national and moving to Egypt we can also provide plans that meet your specific requirements.

The policies that we can provide are guaranteed renewable for life and globally portable, so even if you should relocate away from the country your plan will continue to cover you. With a number of extra benefits including maternity coverage, emergency evacuation and repatriation, dental treatment, out-patient consultations, alternative medicines, complimentary therapies, and specialist consultations, you can be assured that an international health insurance Egypt plan will give you the coverage that you need. For more information about the products and services that we can offer, or to receive a free quote, please contact us today.

Professional Service you can trust

Pacific Prime Insurance will be with you for the duration of your policy. We offer additional customer services that include claims advice, emergency contact numbers and medical advice lines. We also maintain a comprehensive list of Egypt hospitals/doctors. Most of our clients are expatriates so we maintain a list of Embassies in Egypt.

As a leading broker of medical insurance in Egypt we keep up on the latest insurance trends and Egypt Insurance News.

We can offer expatriates in Egypt dedicated international health insurance plans that will provide comprehensive coverage in the East and around the world. Plans that we can offer will usually have a number of benefits that a policyholder is able to tailor to suit their specific requirements. With coverage options including out-patient, dental, maternity, and emergency evacuation, you will be assured of receiving the highest levels of quality treatment anywhere in the world.

Egypt Travel Tips

We understand that foreign countries can be confusing. To help you better understand Egypt we have provided some advice on local customs, laws and general behavior.
Please be advised that the information contained below is only for reference purposes, by no means comprehensive, and is liable to change at any time without prior warning. Please consult with a travel professional before your trip to ensure that you have the most current data.

• Egypt is sunny all year round, and it is vital to take precautions against sunburn, dehydration and heatstroke in the summer, such as wearing a hat, sunscreen, and drinking plenty of water. Winters are fairly mild, although most houses are poorly heated, and rain is usually at night. Summers are hot. April and the surrounding months bring the ‘Khamsin’, a hot dry wind that carries dust and sand from the deserts.
• It is best not to drink the tap water in Egypt, instead choosing either bottled water or boiled and filtered water. Fruit and vegetables should be carefully washed and peeled.
• Egypt is a predominantly Muslim country and it is sensible to adjust your behaviour accordingly. Women should avoid overly revealing clothing in order to minimize verbal or physical sexual harassment by Egyptian men, which can be a problem, particularly for women unescorted by a man. Alcohol is widely available, but may be harder to come by during Ramadan, and public drunkeness can lead to arrest.
• Although homosexuality is not in itself illegal under Egyptian law, some homosexual acts are, and homosexuals have also been convicted for breaching laws on public decency. On the other hand, holding hands in public, hugging, and kissing on the cheek when greeting each other is common among Egyptian men as a show of friendship, and should not be misconstrued.
• The work week in Egypt, as in many other Muslim countries, runs from Saturday to Wednesday, with Thursday and Friday as the weekend. When doing business in Egypt or arranging appointments, maintenance and so on, it is important to remember that punctuality is not ascribed the same importance in Egypt as it is in some Western countries.
• The crime rate in Egypt is reasonably low. Cairo is said to have more police per person than anywhere else in the world, and their treatment of detainees, including the use of torture, is widely criticized by human rights groups. Nevertheless, purse-snatching, pick-pocketing and petty theft does occur. Egypt also has a drug trafficking problem, and the penalties for drug-related crimes are severe.
• Children of Egyptian fathers are considered Egyptian citizens, which can have a bearing on custody disputes or national service obligations.
• Egypt has a significant number of unexploded landmines in its territory, a legacy of the Second World War. There are estimated to be around 22 million mines and other unexploded ordnance in the country, concentrated in the Western Desert west of Alexandria, the Eastern Desert between Cairo and the Suez canal, and the Sinai peninsula. Locating, mapping and clearing the mines is hindered by the featureless terrain and shifting sands, and flooding can also move the mines onto roadways in drifts of sand. It is therefore important to heed official advice and take care when driving on or off road in these areas.
• There are restrictions on taking photographs of military installations or important strategic infrastructure in Egypt, including bridges, canals, and the Suez Canal. You may also encounter trouble when trying to photograph other buildings such as embassies or religious buildings and you should not photograph any uniformed government personnel.
• Egypt has an extremely high incidence of road fatalities, and driving should only be undertaken after careful consideration. Traffic rules are widely ignored, to the extent of driving the wrong way on one-way streets or highways; vehicles are often unlit at night; road markings, including functioning traffic lights, are rare; animals and pedestrians often walk in amongst the traffic. Minibuses and tourist buses can also be very unsafe.
• Terrorist attacks by Islamic extremists are a major concern in Egypt, with a spate of bombings in 2004, 2005 and 2006. Targets included tourist sites in the Sinai peninsular.
• The border between Egypt and Gaza is often closed, and opened only for short periods of time. Ask your embassy for advice if you need to cross this border.
• Kidnapping is a concern in some remote areas of the country such as the southwestern desert near Sudan. In September 2008 11 foreign tourists and eight Egyptians were kidnapped by bandits in this area. They were later freed by Egyptian special forces. Travel to these areas remains risky.