Can you exchange UAE dirhams, old US dollars, and other currencies at Egyptian banks and ATMs?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago
TL;DR
Old US dollar bills (1996, 2006 series) and UAE dirhams are generally accepted at Egyptian banks and exchange offices, but ATMs only dispense cash via cards — they don't exchange foreign banknotes.
What the community said
Large bills can be exchanged at a small shop near the hotel reception on the street — a cleaner handled the exchange a couple of times. For Egyptian pounds, travelers used an ATM near the lobby bar, with hotel staff assisting with the transaction.
5 days ago Shop near reception / lobby-bar ATM
Some hotels have an ATM right outside where you can withdraw Egyptian pounds using a bank card. Several travelers confirm using such ATMs and paying with local currency.
5 days ago Hotel ATM
UAE dirhams can be exchanged in Egypt, but not at ATMs — ATMs don't accept foreign cash. You need to go to a bank branch or a currency exchange office.
5 days ago Bank or exchange office
US dollar bills from 2006 are accepted in Egypt without issues. Older series (1996) should also be accepted in theory, but some exchange offices may refuse them — it's worth checking on the spot.
5 days ago 1996 and 2006 USD bills
Egyptian ATMs do not exchange foreign cash — they only dispense Egyptian pounds when used with a bank card. To exchange old-series dollar bills, visit a bank or exchange bureau.
5 days ago Egyptian Pound (EGP)