Different requirements to visit Egypt or Morocco during the COVID-19 pandemic

Egypt and Morocco are countries located in the Africa continent, specifically in North Africa. With Islam as their principal religion, Islamic culture hugely influenced both countries' tourism sites. Egypt's main attraction is the Giza pyramids and the Great Sphinx; it suits tourists who are into archeology and history. Morocco is known for its Medinas, which are cities' historical downtowns and hunt for traditional handicrafts like jewelry, rugs and teapots. Tourists who like to buy unique and antique items must visit Morocco.

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Egypt and Morocco has been open for tourism and resumes flights since last year. Visitors can visit Egypt and Morocco as long as they meet the COVID-19 entry requirements; one of the requirements is a printed negative PCR test certificate on arrival. It must be a nasal or oral swab test and the certificate issued by an approved laboratory. The PCR test must be less than 72 hours before the flight. However, in Egypt, it extends to 96 hours when arriving from Japan, China, Thailand, London, Frankfurt, Paris and the American continent. Certificates can be in Arabic or English. Children under six years old are exempt from this entry requirement in Egypt, and children under 11 years old are exempt in Morocco. To enter Egypt, visitors from eligible countries should apply for an Egypt eVisa online. In Morocco, professionals must have a printed invitation from the inviting Moroccan company. The sealed letter must have the manager's signed with all the relevant information concerning the traveler. For visitors besides Visa, a confirmed hotel reservation in a classified hotel, Raid and tourist establishment must be presented at the airport.

For Indonesian, the requirements to apply for Egypt Visa are an original passport and a copy of it, two sheets of 4 x 6 picture, a copy of marriage certificate for married people, a birth certificate & family card for the children, financial proof for the last three months, English certificate of employment for workers, school/university letter for students, a business trade license for entrepreneur, English sponsor letter (if paid by someone or company). For working purposes, there must be an official letter from the company. For Morocco, no need for Visa as long as you do not stay for more than 90-day.

Egypt and Morocco are pretty similar countries but for different kinds of tourists. I would say Egypt is for those who like history, and Morocco for those who into arts. The regulations to enter the countries during the COVID-19 pandemic are pretty safe. Morocco is currently suspending flights from more countries than Egypt. They also asked for more paper than Egypt; therefore, Morocco is stricter with its regulations than Egypt is. Indonesian has advantages because no visa is needed, so as an Indonesian, I prefer Morocco. During the Covid-19 pandemic era, we have to be extra careful and follow the health protocol to have a safe tour either to Egypt or Morocco.


References:

https://www.tourradar.com/days-to-come/egypt-vs-morocco/

https://www.experienceittours.com/blog/how-to-avoid-having-an-awkward-moroccan-etiquette-story/#:~:text=Moroccans%20don't%20eat%20with,traditionally%20used%20for%20hygienic%20duties.&text=You%20can%20rip%20your%20own,everyone%20to%20eat%20without%20bumping!

https://www.egyptonlinevisa.com/travel-restrictions/

https://www.worldnomads.com/travel-safety/north-africa/morocco/travel-alerts

https://www.visitmorocco.com/en/travel-info/covid-19-news

https://www.rehlata.co.id/2020/02/13/sangat-mudah-ini-syarat-syarat-pengurusan-visa-mesir-bagi-wni/

https://blog.tiket.com/en/visa-free-countries-list-for-indonesian-passport-holders/

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