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Frequently Asked Question.

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All courses are held in Zagazig City, Sharkia Governorate, Egypt (80 minutes from Cairo Airport). Except Refractive Femto Laser-Assisted Procedures (FS-LASIK & SMILE), which are held in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt (Baron Hotel booking is recommended).

Cost assessment varies according to trainee requirements, including training programs and methods, types and numbers of cases, and course duration.

  • Fees Payment: On arrival, no prepayment.
  • By cash only or international bank transfer.
  • Cash carry: No restrictions on the amount of foreign currency carried upon arrival at the airport (disclosure required if the amount ≥ $10,000 USD or equivalent).
  • Cash pickup: Through wire transfer by a first-degree relative via Western Union.
  • Bank cards: Not used for fee payment, but accepted for other payments or purchases.
  • Accepted currencies: USD, EURO, and EGP (at market exchange rate).

Visa to Egypt is the trainee’s responsibility (a tourist visa is recommended).
Acceptance/invitation letter provided to the employer/embassy for travel leave/visa issuing.
Egypt Electronic Visa Application: Click here
Egypt Electronic Visa FAQs: Click here

Scanned copies of the following documents should be sent by email or WhatsApp:

  • Passport (for foreigners) / National ID (for Egyptians).
  • Qualification Certificates (Bachelor, Master, Diploma, Board, Fellowship, etc.).
  • Medical Practice License (from your country's medical council or syndicate).
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) with detailed surgical and medical experience.

English or Arabic only.

  • Passport and Visa (original and copy).
  • Invitation Letter (copy).
  • Required Documents (copies).
  • Cash Money:
    For Fees Payment (in dollars or euros).
    For Living Expenses (in EGP, via assisted currency exchange).
  • Mobile Phone:
    To be provided with a local SIM.
    VODAFONE network is recommended.
  • Laptop:
    Free wireless internet is available at accommodation facilities.
  • External Hard Drive:
    To get soft copies of training materials and recorded surgeries.
    At least 1 terabyte of storage space is recommended.
  • Scrub Suits:
    Free scrub suits provided.
    You can bring 2 personal suits.

The center is one of the largest medical centers specializing in eyes and is equipped with the latest and most accurate specialized medical devices to assist in diagnostic and treatment operations, starting from the reception room, examination rooms, operating rooms, and recovery rooms.

We organize programs of varying durations and different types; therefore, we assess the cost within the requirements of the fellow and suggest the course fee.

Upon submitting your application, we will send you an invitation letter, and based on that letter, you will be granted a visa.