In a move aimed at enhancing the tourism experience and ensuring the health and safety of visitors, Egypt’s Senate has approved a proposal to make health insurance mandatory for all tourists entering the country.
The proposal, introduced by Senator Hayam Farouk, aims to create a safer and healthier tourism environment by providing foreign visitors with access to necessary medical care in case of emergencies or accidents.
Farouk noted that many countries worldwide already require tourists to have health insurance before entering their territories.
In a statement to Al-Masry Al-Youm, Farouk explained that the proposed insurance policy would cover emergency medical cases and accidents, ensuring that tourists can receive prompt medical attention if needed.
She further emphasized the importance of coordination between various government agencies, including the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Tourism and Antiquities, Health, and Interior (Passports), to effectively implement this new policy.
This development comes in the wake of a recent tragic boating accident near Marsa Alam, where a tourist boat carrying 44 people, including 31 foreign nationals, sank. The incident has underscored the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of tourists visiting Egypt.
