andrewatef
Egyptian citizen
Forum posts
103
Contacts
22
About me
Egyptian, Single, 38 years old
Lives in Cairo
Speaks Arabic English and some French
Registration: 17 September 2012
Starting a new life in egypt by e4ejd
So i have started a relationship with an egyptian. He would like me to eventually live in Egypt. i am considering it, but would like any advice about what sort of things i can expect. Currently i work in education so will get a job in a school.
can you share which city in Egypt you will be living? Read More
Bank accounts for foreigners? by CyMan
Rumour has it that the Central Bank is allowing foreigners to have bank accounts. What facts please?
Yes you can. You will need proofs of income and accommodation. Read More
Lost wallet by sagbeen
I found a wallet in Maadi belonging to ****. If anyone knows him please ask him to contact me at the following email: ***Thank you
If you found a bank card, you can contact the bank and they will contact him to call you Read More
Old currencies notes and coins by andrewatef
Hello,I have some old currencies that i want to sell in Cairo, Egypt. If you are interested, let me know.Thanks,Andrew
@Bhavna ok, thank you! Read More
Old currencies notes and coins
Hello,I have some old currencies that i want to sell in Cairo, Egypt. If you are interested, let me know.Thanks,Andrew Read More
Where and how to make friends in Cairo? by Mayaaaa
Title says it all
@anikejoshua41 okay 馃榾 Read More
Want to learn Arabic by mailsudhir_kumar
Hi, I live in Rehab. I would like to learn spoken Arabic. I am free on Friday and Saturday and after 6 pm everyday. Can you suggest a learning center or a private tutor? Regards
@lyounis Hello,I can provide you with lessons in spoken Arabic only if you speak English cause I don鈥檛 speak Italian.Noting that I am not a professional teacher.Regards, Read More
Looking for a Dropshipping Partner in Egypt Preferably around GCR by ozzyd
I am seeking a dependable parcel forwarding service that can offer an Egyptian address, as I intend to sell Egyptian-made goods on various online marketplaces.The process involves placing an order and having it shipped to your address. Upon ...
Hello,I live in Cairo and have an address here. I do have a DHL account but actually it is my work鈥檚 account and can鈥檛 use it for personal issues.But I am willing to help with this but for sure will require full details of the ... Read More
best city to live in Egypt - calm/safe/cheap/low criminial rate by NorthFace1
Looking for best city to live in Egypt. 1- low criminal rate 2- calm and quite 3- not so crowded 4-cheap and safe 5-nice people
his is an old post. If it is okay, can you share which city you have chosen to stay in Egypt and share your experience which may help other expats?Thanks, Read More
Good Grooming for Cats by nshakir314
Hello all, I have a long haired cat and I聽want to prepare to have his hair cut down when the weather changes and bathed. Can anyone recommend聽a competent groomer? Thx for the help. I'm close to Maadi.
@nshakir314 you are welcome Read More
Good Grooming for Cats by nshakir314
Hello all, I have a long haired cat and I聽want to prepare to have his hair cut down when the weather changes and bathed. Can anyone recommend聽a competent groomer? Thx for the help. I'm close to Maadi.
@nshakir314 Hello,try contacting the British animal hospital https://britishanimalhospital.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx5n6_baT_QIVSLrVCh0hYgHuEAAYASAAEgI49PD_BwEthey have a place in Maadi Read More
Job in Egypt as foreigner by Baela123
Good evening, I would like to ask if it is possible to find job in Egypt as foreigner. I can speak russian, English (English with little accent) and soma basics of Spanish. I have magister degree in math and geography teaching. I have job ...
Welcome in Egypt.Yes, you can find a job in Egypt as a foreigner maybe a teacher at an international school.You will need to have online CV on LinkedIn and other online recruiters.Best of luck! Read More
Urgent home for old cat by kathabc
Urgent home needed for an old ginger cat that has been dumped at a shelter but he won鈥檛 last in shelter. He has been hiding and crying since being leftje is 14 years old and sterilised he has liver and kidney problems but help will be given ...
If still available and in Cairo, I am interested Read More
Relocating to Egypt informations and tips by Guest3265978
Greetings, ladies and gentlemen.I hope everyone is doing great. I've just recently found this website, in need of honest help.The reason why i'm writting this topic, it's because i need your help, your personal advices. I'm thinking about moving to ...
@Guest3265978聽Hello,聽I recommend you start looking for jobs at international schools in Cairo. You will find lots with high salaries.Best Read More
Quran & Arabic lesson by Ani Husni
Assalamualaikum & Very good day to all friends... I am new here and so happy I found this forum. Thank you to the landlord. :-). May Allah bless! I plan to migrate to Egypt with my family to study Quran and Arabic language. Am interested to memorize ...
Amercian university in Cairo is the best choice and it is located in new Cairo as well very near to Rehab city.Regarding the rent, I think you will find something suitable in Rehab but you will have to pay more that 5K a month聽Best wishes Read More
New members of the Egypt forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Egypt forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I have a friend who already have his restaurant. Not sure if he is up to opening a new one with a partner. Can you let me know what you are looking for to see if this is a match or not? Thanks, Read More
Work in Egypt by annaindia1997
Hi there, Its been a dream to live and work abroad. Somewhere hot and full of culture such as Egypt. But what job could I even get? I have a BA in International Relations and an MA in International Security and very little work experience. I ...
Try looking for jobs on the following websites: LinkedIn Jobzella Good luck Read More
Work in Egypt by annaindia1997
Hi there, Its been a dream to live and work abroad. Somewhere hot and full of culture such as Egypt. But what job could I even get? I have a BA in International Relations and an MA in International Security and very little work experience. I ...
If you are just looking for a job, not a specific position that would match your CV, then the best option is to work as an English teacher in one of the international schools in Cairo. You will get paid well. Read More
New members of the Egypt forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Egypt forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Mo, Actually I don鈥檛 know a Russian interpreter but you can contact the Russian cultural center in Giza and they will definitely help you you! Hope that helps. Read More
New members of the Egypt forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Egypt forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello dears, This is Andrew from Cairo. I am not new in the forum but would like to get in touch with newbies and maybe provide online advice if someone is in need. Regards, Read More
Female Hungarian Expat Seeking Job! by SzendiLorincz
Hello out there! I am Female Hungarian expat seeking for an opportunity to continue and elevate my professional life here in Egypt within Food & Beverage industry or Commercial businesses. Offering passionate and quality work with an ...
[link moderated] Bayt.com LinkedIn. Com Facebook pages Read More
End of year celebration in Egypt by Diksha
Hello everyone, Christmas and New Year's celebrations in Egypt might feel different this year after the rather unusual year the whole world has had. We would like to know your plans for the end of the year celebrations and your state of mind ...
Last year and the years before I used to spend Christmas and the new year鈥檚 abroad. Read More
End of year celebration in Egypt by Diksha
Hello everyone, Christmas and New Year's celebrations in Egypt might feel different this year after the rather unusual year the whole world has had. We would like to know your plans for the end of the year celebrations and your state of mind ...
Hello, This year my plan will be a gathering at a friend鈥檚 house. We have one condition which is PCR test for all the attendees 馃ぃ馃ぃ Read More
Moving to Cairo by mduplantis15
I need a lot of advice! I鈥檓 moving in one week with husband. Never been in Egypt .... Need information on immigration process, drivers license, how to get a English speaking job or something I can do with very little Arabic , places that are a ...
I use a mobile app whenever I want to take M6 bus, its name is Mwasalat Misr. It shows all the routes of this bus and when you choose ur route, u can track bus to know when it will be at ur pick up place instead of waiting for it. Read More
Curious inquiry
You can still do what you want by paying money, sadly. Read More
Moving to Cairo by mduplantis15
I need a lot of advice! I鈥檓 moving in one week with husband. Never been in Egypt .... Need information on immigration process, drivers license, how to get a English speaking job or something I can do with very little Arabic , places that are a ...
I will give you 2 advice: 1- Forget about public transportation. 2- choose to live in a good area with good neighbors to enjoy Cairo. You can find lots of foreigners in Maadi. Good luck Read More
Moving to Assiut soon. Looking for friends
Hope to meet you also but I left Assiut since a long time. I am now located in Cairo. I replied to your message. Read More
Moving to Assiut soon. Looking for friends
I live in Cairo but originally from Assiut. I know lots of people there. I think I can help you with recommendations on flats. It is a small city and no place differs a lot than the other. I recommend u look for an Appartment in Nile street it is ... Read More
Any cheap apartments like studios or single room for rent by GuestPoster279
Hello, I am wondering if anyone know of s studio for rent or single room for rent in cairo that is cheap.?
Try this website: aqarmap.com.eg Read More
When do shops open?
Mainly, shops open at 11 AM. But some do open 24/7 and some open as early as 7AM specially if u live in an area where there are schools. Read More
How to start a business ? by Gohar Hakobian
Hi my question is only for those who are in business. And I am interested in an online business , I've tried in my country to start a language centre it worked not bad , but there's a plenty of language centers the competition is crazy , ...
I am so interested in starting an online business, I have had experience in working online, not starting a business, but working as a freelancer. I have experience in remote working. I worked in the following fields: Arabic English translation and ... Read More
UBER in Cairo
Also there is another service like Uber called Careem. It is nice also and their customer service is the best ever. Read More
UBER in Cairo
Good morning, Hope this finds you well, Yes, u can find Uber everywhere in Cairo. Payment can be in cash or through Visa card. And honestly not all drivers can speak English, I don鈥檛 know whether there is an option inside the app that helps ... Read More
Credit cards and loan for foreigners
Ur work can get u a credit card from the bank without ur interference. Also if u need a car loan ur work can help with this. U may ask them before coming cause living here without a car is something pretty hard.. Best, Read More
New Address for Visas
I got it, it is to extend visas for foreigners. Read More
Just for fun: How well do you know Egypt? by Diksha
Hello everyone, We would like to invite you to take part in a knowledge test based on Egypt. Find a few questions below: 1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Egypt? 2. What currency is used in Egypt? 3. List the national ...
Can Egyptians also answer this? 馃槂 Read More
African Cup of nations final match
Good day all, I booked a ticket for the final match category 3 right. Unfortunately my friends cancelled their tickets and now I am going alone. Is there any one here, expat or Egyptian, would like to join me? I don鈥檛 wanna go alone. I made ... Read More
Life in Egypt as an Expat
Don鈥檛 you think that whenever someone makes a post, the forum asks to change this post?? I think this is really silly and shows that ur website is not clear enough for users. Read More
Moving to Cairo by Melanie Al
I have never been to Cairo and no idea what to expect. We are moving from USA on July 28th. My husband is from there but hasn鈥檛 been there in seven years. Anything I should know ? How are Americans treated? Customs I must follow? Things I ...
You can look for a job as a teacher in a multinational school, they pay lots of money to foreigner teachers. And by the way, there r lots of multinational schools in 6th October. Read More
Moving to Cairo by Melanie Al
I have never been to Cairo and no idea what to expect. We are moving from USA on July 28th. My husband is from there but hasn鈥檛 been there in seven years. Anything I should know ? How are Americans treated? Customs I must follow? Things I ...
October is a city near Giza Egypt. Close to the pyramids. There are lots of residential compounds there. And lots of malls. Actually I don鈥檛 know much about it as I live very far from there. Best, Read More
Moving to Cairo by Melanie Al
I have never been to Cairo and no idea what to expect. We are moving from USA on July 28th. My husband is from there but hasn鈥檛 been there in seven years. Anything I should know ? How are Americans treated? Customs I must follow? Things I ...
first thing u should get a car as soon as u can, public transportation is not a good option in Cairo. However u can use Uber if u don鈥檛 wanna drive. About customs u want to follow, this depends on where u r going to live. Places like Maadi, ... Read More
Zamalek or Maadi? by Amr Canada
Hello, I am a young Canadian moving to Cairo soon and im trying to decide on whether to live in Zamalek or Maadi. I am looking for an area where I could easily meet other young expats to become friends with. Also looking to have easy access to ...
You are welcome Amr. Yes, zamalek has all the other things u look for. There are lots of bars and restaurants in Zamalek. But for multicultural restaurant, Maadi is the winner!! I only go to Maadi to try new restaurants especially Korean. Anyways, ... Read More
Zamalek or Maadi? by Amr Canada
Hello, I am a young Canadian moving to Cairo soon and im trying to decide on whether to live in Zamalek or Maadi. I am looking for an area where I could easily meet other young expats to become friends with. Also looking to have easy access to ...
It depends on where you want to be near to in Cairo. Zamalek is in downtown Cairo. Close to mohandessin dokki tahreer. While Maadi is near to other places. But for night life, zamalek is better. Read More
Looking for buyers of US products
I can tell you that almost everything is in demand in Cairo. We are a consuming community. I know a group of youth who sell clothes from US with reasonable prices. They have their products in an apartment and customers go visit them. You can do the ... Read More
Looking for buyers of US products
Can I know what kind of products?? Read More
Turiest visa refused by Royroyroy2227
Hello I apply for turiest visa the second time I wanted to visit Egypt because I didn鈥檛 have time to see what I want to see. And also I was sick for few days So I wanted to come back and my turiest visa denied. I am shocked because before in ...
I wish I could help Read More
Turiest visa refused by Royroyroy2227
Hello I apply for turiest visa the second time I wanted to visit Egypt because I didn鈥檛 have time to see what I want to see. And also I was sick for few days So I wanted to come back and my turiest visa denied. I am shocked because before in ...
Just apply again. Best regards, Read More
Escargot in Egypt by GuestPoster3485
Hello everybody, Are there specific restaurants in Egypt that make Escargot dishes " snails dishes " ?
I am sure you will find in Alexandria. Also maybe in sharm and hurgada, not sure really Read More
indoor basketball courts needed in cairo and sharm El Sheikh
I know that there aren鈥檛 any in sharm el Sheikh. Noting that during summer the weather in sharm is pretty hot. In Cairo there are lots but frankly I don鈥檛 know where exactly besides Cairo stadium. But not sure if you can book them for ... Read More
Safety in Cairo? by MartinaVid
Dear community, This is my first thread in Cairo community and I hoping that you guys may help us. My husband has received fantastic job opportunity to work in Cairo (actually New Cairo) for next 2 years. Reading some articles online I got pretty ...
Dear Martina, I am an Egyptian citizen, and I will be talking to you honestly as I know how much scared you might be. Well, regarding sexual harassment, yes there might be some but this depends on the place where you will be. For new Cairo, it is a ... Read More
Restaurant
It depends on the location. Koshary is considered a fast and cheap meal. If the restaurant is in a place where there is a flow of people who come to work or to take transportation, then it will definitely work in a good way. Abt the paperwork, ... Read More
curious about the job market and what is available
You can look for work as an English teacher in any international school. They pay good and offer you flight tickets to your home country for free. Read More
importing a pet
Hello, I brought 2 dogs from Lebanon before. I paid $60 for having them with me on the plane. If the dog weights more than 10kg, then you can鈥檛 take it with you in the plane, it will be shipped as a cargo. When I arrived they didn鈥檛 ask ... Read More
Temporarily moving to Egypt by Monikastefan
Hello We are British couple and my wife is younger than me. We are from Manchester United Kingdom. We are are temporarily relocating to Egypt. We are looking for a broad minded educated and open minded person for friendship and travel . please ...
Hello, My name is Andrew from Egypt. I can provide you with information about traveling and life in Egypt. Contact me anytime. Hope you enjoy your stay here. Regards, Read More
10k enough? by Farhan19
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under 拢500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ...
Alex is indeed cheaper than Cairo. But for sure life there doesn鈥檛 offer variety of outings as that in Cairo, but still calmer and prettier. Read More
Language Exchange club :) by mohamed 3essam
Hello ppl i noticed we all looking for language exchange but everyone with his own criteria why don't we gather and make a club for us ok I am offering a language exchange club for all of us with language of Arabic , English , French , ...
Hello guys, Count me in. I speak English, Arabic and learning French. We can meet up anywhere in Cairo. Best, Read More
Old currencies
I have some old currencies that I want to sell in Cairo. If you are interested, kindly send me. Regards, Read More
Native French Speaker looking for job or private lessons! by belalsala7
Morning Guys I've French friend he staying with me in Madinaty city , he is looking for work he is a native French Speaker
I am looking for someone to give me private or group French courses. Read More
I need advice 馃槥 by Guestposter5210
I'm from Ireland met an Egyptian man he says he loves me, I'm his life he tells me and can't live without me... He wants me to go to Egypt to marry him so we can be together... I'm scared after reading alot of comments on this site ...
I advice you not to come here. First of all, he tells you that divorce is pretty hard, this is the first lie. Divorce is pretty easy for men. They can just say to their wives that you are divorced and she will just leave home. Plus how can you ... Read More
Native French Speaker looking for job or private lessons! by belalsala7
Morning Guys I've French friend he staying with me in Madinaty city , he is looking for work he is a native French Speaker
I am looking forward to starting ASAP. Read More
Native French Speaker looking for job or private lessons! by belalsala7
Morning Guys I've French friend he staying with me in Madinaty city , he is looking for work he is a native French Speaker
Is he willing to give lessons in Nasr city? Read More
Seeking work from home
Try this website: upwork.com I spent 2 years working on it and it is really the best. Best of luck Read More
Canadian Expatriate in Egypt looking to Connect
Hello Amr, Welcome in Egypt. Please mention the field where you look to work in so we can help. Regards, Read More
Jobs in Cairo for English??? by MrsWolf
Hi, I am returning to Cairo in January and am looking for a good job. I would prefer working with other English people. I have childcare qualifications and have had a couple of interviews in Nursery's in Cairo for english teacher but this seems too ...
You can start at Vodafone U.K. The place is in Guiza, smart village. I believe that they pay well. Best of luck Read More
Leaving Egypt by lynneroy2002
How much American Dollars can one take out of Egypt? Are there forms to fill out?
Probably No, the most important is that u tell them at the airport how much u have. Read More
Where and how to make friends in Cairo? by Mayaaaa
Title says it all
From work or if u like going to clubs, u will find lots who r looking to friend females :) Read More
Moving to Sharm El Sheikh.
Can I send u the no of a relative. She lives there and can help you. Read More
Moving to Sharm El Sheikh.
Sharm is a nice place to live in. It is clean and calm. I have relatives living there, I can help u contact them for any help. Regards, Read More
Language Exchange by Elrefaie_
Hello everyone, I am looking for native or fluent speakers to exchange my language with , I am a native arabic speaker ,I am eager to learn new languages and also to improve my English and French skills.
I am also looking for someone to help improve my French. I have a teacher who can give personal lessons for LE 100 per hour. Read More
Rent an apartment in cair Nasr city
I can help with this. What is ur budget? Read More
Moved to Egypt from Italy , job and transportation! by hajar81
hello to every one, I moved to Cairo one month ago and Im trying to settle down :) I need to now few info if it is possible: I dont drive at this moment and Id like to use taxi for moving but many people told me is not safe cause the taxi drivers ...
I also live there if u need something let me know Read More
Wazfa Party in Maadi St.9 soon
Do u allow singles to attend? Or only couples? Thnx, Read More
al rehaab or al madinaty by nusaybah01
HI My family and i will be moving to Egypt, can anyone advise me on either of these locations? and if possible any recent photos both places. Thanks
Both are good places, they contain lots of green areas. Al rehab is more crowded and contains more services like malls and restaurants. Madinaty is pretty calm but more far from the city than al rehab. I would recommend al Rehab. Read More
How much to rent a 1 bed apartment in Cairo by dogsdisco
Hi Guys How much is to rent a 1 bed apartment in an ok area in Cairo now. I don't mind if it was out of the center as on a budget. Cheers
You can find all prices. Cairo is a city where everybody can live according to his/her budget. Places like Zamalek, Maadi, Rehab, or Madinaty are expensive. Make sure you can find a place according to your budget. Read More
french conversation classes by diane augier
Hello, I'm in Cairo for one year to learn Arabic (French Institut in Mounira) and I propose french conversation classes for people that need to improve their bases and to get a fluid language for personal or profesional reasons. At the begining ...
Dear Diane, Thank you for your post. I have been looking for someone to give me French classes, and here you are!! I want to contact you but can't get your number, can you please contact me through my email? * Thanks, Andrew Read More