Hurghada - currency

The currency in Hurghada is the Egyptian pound (E£). One Egyptian pound is made up of 100 piastres (pt) and comes in the following denominations: 25pt, 50pt, E£1, E£5, E£10, E£20, E£50, E£100 and E£200.

There are several ways to get your Hurghada currency. You can exchange money before you go, and many travellers find our online ordering service super-convenient. You can have your currency delivered to your home or workplace, with delivery free on orders over £500.

Our advice is to ask for a mix of denominations when you order. This makes it easier to pay for smaller purchases and tips, especially when you first arrive.

Another option is to use your credit or debit card to withdraw Egyptian pounds when you reach Egypt. This is convenient, but it can be expensive. Check whether your card provider charges fees for transactions abroad, and whether the ATM you’re using at your resort charges a fee.