What currency is best to bring to Hurghada: US dollars or euros, and are older banknotes accepted?
Based on 1 discussion with 2 participants · Last activity: 14 days ago
TL;DR
You can bring either US dollars or euros to Hurghada, but the notes should be in excellent condition. Older US dollar bills are usually accepted if they are clean and undamaged, and euros are also a practical option.
What the community said
Both US dollars and euros work in Hurghada, but the condition of the notes matters most. Cash should be clean, without stamps, writing, or heavy creases, otherwise it may be refused for exchange or payment.
14 days ago US dollars and euros
Older US dollar bills are generally accepted in Egypt if they are in good condition. A practical tip is to check in advance that the notes are not crumpled, torn, or dirty.
14 days ago older US dollar bills
If newer US dollars are hard to get, euros are a practical alternative for Hurghada. Older euro notes may also work, but just like with dollars, it is best to bring only crisp, undamaged bills.
14 days ago euros