How to get internet in Egypt
No one likes being offline for too long, even if they are vacationing in such a beautiful country like Egypt. Being online when in a different country than yours gives you way more leeway to do some crucial things like getting around by ordering a taxi, using maps in case you get lost, as well as some personal uses like keeping contact with friends, family, maintaining social media activity, and more. In this blog post I will give you a quick guide on how to obtain internet access in Egypt so you can enjoy your stay here without any unnecessary restrictions!
Data roaming :
Having your data roaming setting on is definitely one of the easiest ways to get internet access, however it can be quite expensive as data roaming is essentially the use of cellular data services on your mobile device outside of the coverage area of the home network.
This method can result in additional charges to your account that can quickly add up depending on the destination and the type of data usage.
Of course there are other alternatives, but this is arguably the easiest and most straight forward option albeit not at all economic because it is difficult to keep track of how much internet you’re using which can result in you being hit with a huge bill on complete accident.
Local SIM cards :
This is one of the cheapest options to get internet access, and it is not that hard to find an authorized retailer either. There are a bunch around towns and cities, and some at airports too so you can locate and access them as soon as you arrive to Egypt.
There are a number of companies to choose from and I will list them all below with links to their pages so you can decide which one suits you best.
The language barrier is something to keep in mind as it can make communication slightly awkward, but you should face no real trouble when dealing with these retailers as they will try their best to help and provide you with their services. Don’t forget to ask for them to change the notifications from Arabic to English.
Free public WiFi :
You can find public WiFi around, and it’s free, but it comes with a few downsides. The internet is usually quite slow, not super reliable, and suffers from frequent outages. More importantly it also isn’t very safe, as there is typically very little security rendering you vulnerable to internet theft and other cyber attacks.
While this option is free, it’s good to keep in mind that it isn’t exactly the safest, or effective. If you pick this method it is highly recommended to exercise caution.
And that’s it! hopefully this post was able to help you find the most suitable way to get internet. Hope you have a wonderful day, and a fantastic stay in Egypt!
