The decision was taken on Thursday (16 June) during a meeting between Egyptian prime minister Moustafa Madbouly and members of the country’s Supreme Committee for the Management of the Epidemiology and Health Pandemic Crisis, according to a number of local and international press reports.
Previously, all travellers arriving in Egypt were required to present a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before arrival, unless fully vaccinated.
The UK Foreign Office is yet to update its own entry requirement advice.
Peter Kearns, executive director of specialist tour operator Red Sea Holidays, said the company was “delighted” with the rule change.
