Traffic Safety Laws

Road safety laws and regulations in Egypt

Safety Violations

Not wearing seatbelt

Fine

100 EGP

Points

2

Mandatory for all passengers in front and rear seats

Using phone while driving

Fine

200 EGP

Points

3

Includes calls and text messages

No child car seat

Fine

300 EGP

Points

4

Mandatory for children under 4 years old

Safety Requirements

Seatbelt

Seatbelt must be worn by all passengers

  • Mandatory in front and rear seats
  • Must be properly fastened
  • No medical exemptions without certificate

Child Car Seats

Special seats for children by age and weight

  • For children from birth to 4 years
  • Must be certified by relevant authorities
  • Proper installation in rear seat

Phone Usage

Mobile phone usage laws while driving

  • Handheld phone use prohibited
  • Hands-free use allowed
  • Text messaging prohibited

Emergency Procedures

  • 1
    Call ambulance in case of accidents
  • 2
    Place warning triangle behind vehicle
  • 3
    Move vehicle to roadside if possible
  • 4
    Do not leave accident scene before police arrival
  • 5
    Record license plates of involved vehicles