Where to exchange currency (USD, foreign currencies) to Egyptian pounds in Hurghada?
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TL;DR
Currency exchange in Hurghada is available at exchange offices and banks. USD is widely accepted; yuan exchange is harder to find. Reverse exchange of Egyptian pounds back to USD is possible near the Sheraton area.
What the community said
USD and Turkish lira can be exchanged for Egyptian pounds in Hurghada, though finding an exchange point that accepts your currency may require visiting several offices. It's worth calling ahead.
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Exchanging Chinese yuan to Egyptian pounds in Hurghada is not straightforward — most standard exchange offices don't accept yuan. Try larger banks or specialized exchange offices in the city center.
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Near the Sheraton area in Hurghada it's possible to exchange leftover Egyptian pounds back into USD — a convenient option before departure.
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Some places in Hurghada accept USD directly, but change is often given in Egyptian pounds at an unfavorable rate. It's better to have local currency for everyday purchases.
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