Official Student Knowledge Base
International Student Knowledge Center
Essential guides, residency procedures, healthcare info, and campus life resources curated for foreign students living and studying in Egypt.
Health & Well-being
Healthcare & Student Medical Insurance
Comprehensive health services, medical insurance coverage, and campus emergency clinics.
How to activate your Alexandria University Student Health Card
Directory of affiliated university teaching hospitals and specialized clinics
24/7 student pharmacy discounts and emergency medical protocol
Daily Life in Egypt
Living in Alexandria & Egypt
Practical guidance on public transport, student discounts, local customs, and neighborhood guides.
Transportation guide: Alexandria Tram, Microbuses, and Cairo-Alex Train booking
Telecom and 5G: How to buy an Egyptian SIM card with your passport
Cost of living breakdown for foreign students (Housing, food, utilities)
Academic Regulations
Egyptian Higher Education Regulations
Credit-hour systems, degree requirements, equivalence certificates, and exam regulations.
Supreme Council of Universities credit transfer and grading scales
Attestation and verification of foreign high school diplomas
Academic calendar: Fall and Spring semester deadlines and exam seasons
Legal & Residency
Student Visa & Residency Renewal
Step-by-step procedures for tourist visa conversion, student residency cards, and Mugamma visits.
Requirements for initial 1-year student residency registration
Alexandria Passports & Immigration Authority (Mugamma) checklist
Important visa validity rules and avoiding residency overstay penalties