Egypt Customs & Import Fees — 2025 Guide

Electronics (Phones, Laptops, Tablets, Cameras)

One unit of each category is standard for personal use. A traveler can carry one laptop, one phone, one tablet without issue. Customs officers may ask questions if you're carrying three identical laptops — that signals commercial intent.

Best practice: Remove items from original packaging if possible. A phone in its box with accessories looks more "gift" than one loose in a pocket — officers interpret differently. New, sealed items attract more scrutiny than used ones.

Registration: Egypt requires certain electronics to be registered with NTRA (National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority) to use Egyptian SIM cards. iPhones and other flagged models are often checked. Carry the IMEI number.

Clothing, Shoes & Accessories

Clothing is by far the simplest category. Multiple items in different sizes are normal for personal use. Even a full suitcase of clothing is rarely questioned if it's a mix of items (not 20 identical shirts). Shoes are equally simple.

Best practice: Mix items naturally. Remove price tags if you want items to look used. A variety of clothing styles and sizes reads as personal shopping.

Medications & Supplements

Personal prescription medications are allowed with a doctor's prescription. Carry a copy of the prescription and keep medications in their original labeled containers. Quantities should match a reasonable personal supply (typically up to 3 months).

Vitamins, protein powders, and supplements are generally allowed as personal goods. Quantities above 3–4 containers may attract scrutiny. Do not carry unlicensed or banned substances.

iShopUship policy: We do not facilitate orders for prescription medications through the platform. Over-the-counter supplements and vitamins are fine.

Small Appliances & Household Items

Kitchen gadgets, personal care devices, and small electronics are generally fine for personal use. Key consideration: Egypt uses 220V / 50Hz. Items designed for the US market (110V) require a voltage converter or may not work safely.

Dual-voltage safe: Laptop chargers, phone chargers, most power banks, many camera chargers (check the label — "100-240V" means safe).

Need a converter: US hair dryers, electric shavers, some US-market kitchen appliances. Check the device's power label before purchasing.

Books, Documents & Educational Materials

Books and printed educational materials face no meaningful restrictions for personal use. Carry as many as you like. They're lightweight, clear in purpose, and Egyptian customs officers rarely scrutinize a stack of academic textbooks.

Food Items

Personal food items in reasonable quantities are typically allowed. A few packs of snacks, specialty coffee, or dietary supplements is fine. Commercial quantities (cases of product) will be stopped.

Avoid: Fresh fruits, vegetables, and meat products from certain countries may be subject to agricultural restrictions. Check USDA/Egyptian agriculture rules for country-specific restrictions.

iShopUship: We do not facilitate food orders through the platform due to regulatory complexity. We focus on durable goods.

Prohibited Items

Egypt strictly prohibits the import of:

• Narcotics and psychotropic substances
• Weapons, ammunition, and explosives
• Counterfeit currency and goods
• Materials deemed politically sensitive or obscene
• Items that violate Egyptian intellectual property laws
• Unlicensed radio transmitters and certain encryption devices

iShopUship strictly prohibits orders for any prohibited or restricted goods. Travelers found carrying prohibited items face serious legal consequences — this is not a risk the platform takes.