Traffic Signal Laws

Traffic signal and overtaking laws and regulations in Egypt

Traffic Signal Violations

Running red light

Fine

500 EGP

Points

6

High Risk

One of the most dangerous traffic violations

Not stopping at stop sign

Fine

200 EGP

Points

3

Medium Risk

Must come to complete stop at sign

Illegal overtaking

Fine

400 EGP

Points

5

High Risk

Overtaking in prohibited areas

Traffic Signal Rules

Red Light

Complete Stop

Complete stop behind stop line

Passing is considered serious violation

Yellow Light

Prepare to Stop

Prepare to stop if safe to do so

Passing allowed if stopping is unsafe

Green Light

Proceed

Proceed with caution

Must ensure road is clear

Overtaking Rules

Allowed Areas

  • Multi-lane roads
  • When visibility is clear
  • Outside residential areas

Prohibited Areas

  • Intersections and curves
  • Near schools
  • Where solid line exists
  • In foggy conditions