British Embassy in Cairo
Embassy 
United Kingdom Cairo, Egypt
- Address
- 7 Ahmed Ragheb StreetGarden City, Cairo
- Website
- gov.uk
Head of mission: Mark Bryson-Richardson Mbe
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Foreign ministry of the United Kingdom: list of missions abroad · Record last updated on 8 September 2024
The United Kingdom’s embassy to Egypt is in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, at 7 Ahmed Ragheb StreetGarden City, Cairo. Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel. It is listed as open 5 days a week, 08:00–15:30.
Opening hours of the British embassy in Cairo
| Monday | 08:00–15:30 By appointment only |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00–15:30 By appointment only |
| Wednesday | 08:00–15:30 By appointment only |
| Thursday | 08:00–14:00 By appointment only |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 08:00–15:30 By appointment only |
| Public holidays | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Egypt
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Christmas Day (Orthodox)
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Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day
Public holidays in the United Kingdom
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Christmas Day
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St. Stephen's Day
The British embassy in Cairo is listed as open 5 days a week, 08:00–15:30. It opens on Sunday but not on Saturday.
United Kingdom visa for Egyptian citizens
EgyptUnited Kingdom Visa required United Kingdom visa for citizens of Egypt
United KingdomEgypt Visa on arrival Egypt visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel. Applications may be taken here or by a visa centre working for the United Kingdom.
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of Belgium in CairoKamal El-Shinawy 20, 11511 Cairo
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Embassy of Indonesia in Cairo13, Aisha El Taymouria Street, Garden City, Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt
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Embassy of the United States in Cairoشارع توفيق دياب 5, القاهرة
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Embassy of Greece in Cairoشارع عائشه التيموريه 18, 11519 Cairo
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Embassy of Italy in CairoShara Abdel Rahman Fahmi, 15 - Garden City, Il Cairo
The United Kingdom’s other missions in Egypt
Besides the British embassy in Cairo, the United Kingdom has 1 other mission in Egypt. Consulates: Alexandria. Egypt in turn has 3 missions in the United Kingdom, its embassy being in London.
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Good to know
About the British embassy in Cairo
It appears in official lists as Embassy of the United Kingdom in Cairo. It is headed by Mark Bryson-Richardson Mbe, according to the records.
Address and contact
Address: 7 Ahmed Ragheb StreetGarden City, Cairo. The record for the British embassy in Cairo includes an official website.
British citizens travelling to Egypt
Egypt issues British citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance.
When the British embassy in Cairo is closed
Expect the British embassy in Cairo to be shut on Christmas Day (Orthodox) on Thursday 7 January 2027 and Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day on Monday 25 January 2027, and often on Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, a holiday in the United Kingdom.
Before visiting the British embassy in Cairo
Current procedures for the British embassy in Cairo, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the British embassy in Cairo
The British embassy in Cairo has 6 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the British Embassy in Cairo?
The British embassy in Cairo is at 7 Ahmed Ragheb StreetGarden City, Cairo.
What are the opening hours of the British Embassy in Cairo?
The British embassy in Cairo is listed as open 5 days a week, 08:00–15:30.
Is the British Embassy in Cairo open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the British embassy in Cairo do not include Saturday, although it opens on Sunday.
When is the British Embassy in Cairo closed?
The British embassy in Cairo closes on Egypt’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Orthodox) on Thursday 7 January 2027, and usually on the national day of the United Kingdom.
Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom, obtained before travel.
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