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The Nile river with the Cairo skyline

Egypt

An affordable destination for dentistry, eye surgery and cosmetic procedures, with recovery in a famously warm climate.

1 facility listed

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Overview

Egypt has long been a major tourist destination, and private clinics in Cairo and Giza increasingly welcome international patients for dentistry, eye surgery, cosmetic procedures and specialist treatment. Costs, including longer recovery stays, tend to be low.

The country is also known for wellness and spa treatments built around its warm, dry climate. Patients often combine treatment with visits to some of the world's best-known historic sites.

Why Choose Egypt?

  • Low treatment and accommodation costs
  • Private clinics experienced with international patients
  • Warm, dry climate for recovery
  • World-famous historic sites

Travel Information

Flight Time
About 11–12 hours nonstop from New York to Cairo
Time Zone
EET (UTC+2; UTC+3 in summer)
Currency
Egyptian pound (EGP)
Language
Arabic; English common in private hospitals
Visa Requirements
US citizens need a visa — available online (e-visa) or, in many cases, on arrival.
Climate
Hot desert climate; very hot summers, mild winters.

Before You Travel

US Travel Advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

US State Department travel advisory for Egypt, last updated July 15, 2025.

Read the full advisory (opens in a new tab)

Entry & Exit Requirements

Your passport should be valid for at least six months. Applying for the e-visa before travel avoids queues on arrival. Entry rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements on the US State Department's country page before you book.

US State Department country information

Medical Facilities in Egypt

  • Cairo Plastic Clinic

    Cairo, Egypt

    Cairo Plastic Clinic is a state-of-the-art facility offering the best service of Plastic SURGERY and Cosmetic Surgery in the Middle East. It is owned and operated by Professor…

    Specialties

    • Addiction Treatment
    • Cosmetic Surgery
    • Orthopedics
    • Reconstructive Surgery

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