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Jetting off to Egypt from the UK? Whether you’re planning a holiday, work trip or a longer stay for another reason, you’ll need to find the best way to spend and shop while you’re overseas.
It could be useful to be able to use some of your UK accounts, like PayPal (PYPL) for example. But does PayPal work in Egypt?
Find out everything you need to know about using PayPal in Egypt here in our handy guide. We’ll cover whether you can use UK accounts overseas, info on fees and much more.
We’ll also show you an alternative - the Wise account, which lets you send, spend, convert and hold money in Egyptian pounds (EGP) along with 40+ other currencies.
Learn more about the Wise account
Does PayPal work in Egypt?
The good news is that PayPal does operate in Egypt, and even has a dedicated website for its customers there.
PayPal offers accounts and services for both personal customers and businesses.
Can I open a PayPal account in Egypt?
Yes, you should be able to open a new PayPal account if you’re living in Egypt. You can do it either online or via the PayPal mobile app.
You’ll just need to provide some basic details such as your name, address and contact details.
To send money or use PayPal to pay for something, you’ll also need to add a payment method like a debit or credit card, or a bank account.
Features of PayPal accounts in Egypt
Here are a few of the main things you can do with a PayPal account in Egypt:
- Shop online at websites which accept PayPal at checkout
- Buy items on sites like eBay
- Send money to online sellers
- Send money to friends and family (you’ll need to check whether it’s possible for your recipient to receive money via PayPal in their country)
- Receive payments via PayPal.
Can I use my UK PayPal account in Egypt?
Unfortunately, you can’t carry on using your UK PayPal account if you move to Egypt.
You’ll need to close it and open a new one once you arrive, using your new Egyptian residential address.¹
Fees for using PayPal in Egypt
Here are the main fees you need to know about when using PayPal in Egypt:²
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Opening a PayPal account | Free |
| Sending money to friends and family | - Free if funded by PayPal balance or bank account (where no currency conversion is involved) - Fixed fee + 3.4% for card payments |
| Paying for an online purchase | Free where no currency conversion is involved |
| Sending an international payment | From $4.99 USD |
| Currency conversion fee | 4% to 4.5% depending on currency |
| Withdrawing money from a PayPal account to a bank account | 125 EGP |
Manage your money in EGP and 40+ currencies with Wise
PayPal isn’t the only solution for sending, spending and managing your money overseas. If you like the sound of a powerful multi-currency online account and a card that works in 150+ countries including Egypt, check out Wise.
Open a Wise account online and you can send money to and from Egypt for low fees* and mid-market exchange rates.
You can also get a Wise card for a one-time cost of just £7. This clever card automatically converts currency whenever you spend, so you don’t need to worry about preloading your account or converting cash. There’s only a small conversion fee* to pay. And it works online as well as in real-world shops and restaurants.
And if you need cash, your Wise card has you covered. You can withdraw up to £200 a month in 2 transactions from Egyptian ATMs for free (although double-check that the ATM operator doesn’t charge its own fee).
Please see the Terms of Use for your region or visit Wise fees & pricing for the most up-to-date information on pricing and fees.
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Sources last checked on date: 15-Oct-2024
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