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Egypt Arabic Menu Display Requirements
Arabic language requirements for restaurant menus in Egypt. Legal obligations, pricing display, and bilingual menu best practices.
## Arabic Menu Requirements in Egypt
Egypt requires all restaurant menus to be displayed in Arabic:
### Legal Framework
- All public-facing signage and menus must be in Arabic
- Foreign-language alternatives are permitted alongside Arabic, not instead of it
- Prices must be displayed in Egyptian Pounds (EGP)
- Menu item descriptions should be in Arabic
### Tourist Restaurants
- Hotels and tourist-classified restaurants typically offer English menus
- Arabic remains the primary language
- Menu pricing must include all taxes and service charges
### Common Mistakes
- English-only menus in trendy restaurants
- Inconsistent Arabic translations
- Missing Arabic descriptions for complex dishes
## How Qaima Helps
Qaima provides native Arabic-first menu design with professional translations. The bilingual editor ensures both languages are maintained simultaneously.