Welcome to Cairo University – Erasmus+ Incoming Mobility Instructions

We are delighted to welcome you to Cairo University! To help make your stay productive and enjoyable, please follow these important steps:

Incoming Erasmus + Staff

Eligibility:

• Employed at a European higher education institution that has an Erasmus+ agreement with Cairo University.
• Selected and nominated by the International Relations Office at your home institution for teaching or training mobility.

Advance planing required:

• All Erasmus staff are required to coordinate their mobility at least 3 months prior to arrival by contacting the International Relations Office (IRO) at Cairo University. A formal confirmation email from the office must also be received within this same

Required  Documents (Before Arrival)

1. E-mail: Ensure that your International Realtions Office (IRO) has officially nominated you.
2. Mobility Agreement : Coordinate with your home institution and Cairo University(CU) to finalize your Staff Mobility Agreement (Teaching or Training).
3. Updated CV.
4. Flight & Visa: Book your travel and apply for an appropriate visa (usually a tourist or temporary entry visa is sufficient for short-term stays). Contact the Egyptian Embassy or Consulate in your home country to check visa requirements based on the type and length of stay.
5. Passport.
6. Travel and Health Insurance: your health insurance from your home country.
7. Accommodation Options:
   1. Cairo University Guest House:

Located inside the Cairo University campus (Giza), this guest house is reserved for international students, staff, and conference attendees.

Key Features:

• Located within the Cairo University campus in Giza. View on Google Maps
• Provides meals and hot beverages for guests.
• Facilitates stays for staff members of Egyptian universities and foreign visitors.

For more information, visit the Cairo University Housing page.

Features:

• Comfortable rooms.
• On-campus location.
• Dining services.
• Safe and quiet.

2. Alternative nearby Hotels:

For those who prefer private accommodation or extended comfort, there are a various nearby hotel options. Hotels Nearby Cairo University (click to view).

Upon Arrival:

1. Check-In Meeting: Visit theInternational Relations Office (IRO) to confirm your arrival, present your documents, and receive orientation materials.
2. Department Visit: Coordinate with your host department to finalize your teaching schedule.
3. Cultural Orientation: A brief orientation or campus tour may be offered. You’re also encouraged to explore local Egyptian culture.

Before Departure:

1. Mobility Certificate: Request yourCertificate of Attendance from the host department and the International Relations office (IRO).
2. Feedback: Kindly provide feedback on your experience to help us improve future Erasmus+ mobilities.

For Incoming Erasmus+ Students

Eligibility:

• Must be enrolled in a partner institution that has an Erasmus+ agreement with cairo university.
• Must be nominated by their home institution.

Advance planing required:

• All Erasmus students are required to coordinate their mobility at least 3 months prior to arrival by contacting the International Relations Office (IRO) at Cairo University. A formal confirmation email from the office must also be received within this same

Selection Courses:

The International Realtions Office (IRO) at Cairo university (CU) will assist the incoming earssmum students to get in touch with the acadmic coordinator at the hosting department/faculty to assist them in selecting the courses.

Documents Required (Before Arrival)

1. E-mail: Ensure that your International Realtions Office (IRO) has officially nominated you.
2. Vistors form: you will be asked by the International Realtions Office (IRO) or the hosting department at Cairo University (CU) to fill in the vistors form.
3. Learning Agreement: signed by home and host institutions.

4.Transcript of Records.

5. Passport .
6. Travel and Health Insurance: your health insurance from your home country.
7. Flight & Visa: apply for an appropriate visa. Contact the Egyptian Embassy or Consulate in your home country to check visa requirements based on the type and length of stay.

        Accommodation Options:

3. Cairo University student’s hostel:

Located near by Cairo University (Giza),

Key Features:

• Located within the Cairo University in Giza.
• Provides meals.
• Facilitaties for Egyptian students and interantional students .

4. Alternative accomdation:

For the students who prefer private accommodation, you can rent an apartment or stuido at any nearby district such as: Dokki, Mohandessin or Zamalek.You can reach Cairo university (CU ) using public transportion, including the Metro (subway).

Upon Arrival:

1. 1. Contact the acaedmic coordinator and the International Relations Office (IRO).
2. Orientation Session: the academic coordinator will provide guidance on classes, facilties and services at the hosting faculty.
3. Course Registration: Finalize your course registration with the Erasmus academic coordinator at the hosting faculty.

During Your Stay:

• Attend classes regularly and stay in touch with your academic coordinator.
• Participate in cultural and extracurricular activities offered by the university.
• Stay connected with the Interanational Relations Office (IRO) for support or questions.

Before Departure:

1. Transcript of Records: Ensure that your academic results are recorded and your transcript of records is prepared.
2. Certificate of Attendance: Collect your official Certificate of attendance from the academic coordinator at the hosting faculty.
3. Feedback: We highly value your opinion—please complete the student mobility survey to help us enhance our program.