How to order Egyptian Pounds
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Order your Egyptian Pounds online with our currency click & collect service. Choose your collection date and pick up from your selected M&S store’s bureau de change.
Click & collect EGP in as little as 60 seconds.*
*Subject to availability.
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Or visit a participating M&S store to buy Egyptian Pounds. With stores nationwide - many open seven days a week and late into the evening - you can buy your Travel Money at a time that suits you.
Why buy Egyptian Pounds from M&S Travel Money?
If you’re planning a trip to Egypt, look no further than M&S Travel Money for buying your Egyptian Pounds.
- Stores open 7 days a week**.
- Buy Egyptian Pounds online and collect from your chosen M&S store.
- Over 50 currencies avaliable in selected stores.
**Store opening hours vary.
What you need to know about the Egyptian Pound
The Egyptian Pound (EGP) is the official currency and legal tender of Egypt. It’s often abbreviated as E£, £E or LE.
Egyptian Pounds come in both coins and banknotes.
Coins include:
25 PT, 50 PT, £1
Banknotes include:
£5, £10, £20, £50, £100, £200
You can buy Egyptian Pounds online using our click & collect service.
Guide to Egypt
A land steeped in history and culture, Egypt has been a popular destination for holidaymakers for many years. Here, the old and new come together to create a vibrant atmosphere, from the bustling markets of Cairo to ancient Egyptian temples and pyramids.
Egypt’s landscapes will take your breath away. The vast expanse of the Sahara Desert stretches to the horizon, while the serene waters of the Nile flow to the stunning beaches surrounding the Red Sea and busy cities rise from the sands. When you visit Egypt, you embark on a journey through its timeless beauty.
Frequently asked questions
Card payments are widely accepted in urban and tourist areas of Egypt, but shouldn’t be relied on. As a mostly cash-based society, you’ll need cash Travel Money for shopping in markets, tipping or visiting areas off the beaten track. As with most countries, a combination of cash currency and cards is wise when visiting Egypt.
Egypt is generally considered a budget-friendly destination, with food and drink, transport and goods all fairly affordable.
Egypt’s official currency is the Egyptian Pound. US Dollars, Euros and British Pounds may occasionally be accepted in some major hotels or tourist spots, but this is never guaranteed and will likely offer less favourable rates than when paying in the local currency.
British passport holders typically need a visa to gain entry to Egypt. However, if you’re staying at resorts in Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba for less than 15 days, no visa is usually required. If you plan on travelling outside your resort or are staying for longer than 15 days, you can get a visa at Sharm el Sheikh airport or apply for one online.
Always check the entry requirements with your country’s embassy before departing for Egypt, and remember you must have proof of vaccination against yellow fever when entering the country.
Tipping is very common in Egypt and is considered standard practice in the hospitality industry. Giving a worker a tip is highly appreciated, and many will go above and beyond for you. It’s customary to tip around 10-15% of the bill, and cash is always preferred, especially when paid in EGP.
Modern Standard Arabic is the official language of Egypt and is spoken by 68% of the population. Other languages you may hear in Egypt include:
- Sa’idi Arabic
- Nobiin
- Siwi
- Beja
The latest advice from the UK government advises against travelling to Egypt, due to various conflicts in the region.
You can visit the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for the latest government travel advice for Egypt.
Due to the hot climate, the most comfortable months for visiting Egypt are between October and April, when the weather is much cooler.
Other popular currencies
If you’re planning a future holiday or a trip that takes in multiple destinations, these other currencies may be useful: