Embassy of Egypt in Tel Aviv, Israel; address Rehov Bazel 54, Tel Aviv-Yafo; phone +354641512. Head of mission: Mr Ahmed Shafik Ismail Abd Elmoity. Plus 1…
Head of mission: Mr Ahmed Shafik Ismail Abd Elmoity, Ambassador (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Osama Mohamed Ibrahim Khedr, Consul General (as of 2015)
Egypt is an appealing destination for some Israeli visitors, given its rich history and cultural significance. With around 3.0 million Israelis traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Egypt particularly interesting, despite recent fluctuations in its tourism sector.
Egypt is generally considered safe for tourists, including those coming from Israel. According to the Global Peace Index, Egypt ranks 103rd out of 160 countries, which is significantly better than Israel's ranking of 152nd. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Egypt is 2.6 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Israel's rate of 1.9. However, female murder rates are lower in Egypt (0.5) compared to Israel (0.6). The Global Organized Crime Index indicates that while both countries face challenges, Egypt has a lower score for mafia groups (3.0) compared to Israel (5.5), suggesting a lesser presence of organized crime. However, Egypt does have higher indices for state crime (8.0) and arms trafficking (7.0) compared to Israel. Overall, while there are some crime concerns, many tourists visit Egypt safely each year. It is advisable for travelers to stay informed and take standard safety precautions.