X-Ray Cost in Egypt
What you actually pay at government hospitals, private clinics, and under UHI. Last reviewed April 2026.
Quick Overview
Egypt is transitioning from the old Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) and Ministry of Health facilities to a new Universal Health Insurance (UHI) system being rolled out governorate by governorate. Public government hospitals remain low-cost or free for uninsured patients with basic services. Private sector X-rays are inexpensive by Western standards: EGP 150–1,500 per view. Misr Radiology Center, a well-known private imaging chain, quotes about $30 for chest X-ray packages for international patients.
🏥 Government Hospitals
- Very low nominal fees for uninsured
- Covered for HIO / UHI members
- Wait times often long
- Quality varies by facility
🏥 Private Clinics
- Chest X-ray typical EGP 150–500
- Complex / multi-view up to EGP 1,500+
- Same-day access typical
- Major chains: Alfa Laboratory, Mokhtabar
🆓 UHI Rollout
- Universal Health Insurance expanding
- Implemented in Port Said, Luxor, South Sinai first
- Cairo / Alexandria phases later
- Covers imaging at accredited providers
Typical Egyptian X-Ray Prices
The table below shows indicative self-pay prices at Egyptian private clinics and imaging centers as of April 2026. Premium hospitals in Cairo are at the top of each range.
| X-Ray Service | Private Self-pay (EGP) | USD (≈) |
|---|---|---|
| Chest | 150–500 | $3–$10 |
| Limb / joint / hand / foot | 200–600 | $4–$12 |
| Spine — single segment | 300–800 | $6–$16 |
| Spine — multi-view | 600–1,500 | $12–$30 |
| Abdomen | 200–600 | $4–$12 |
| Pelvis / hip | 200–700 | $4–$14 |
| Dental panoramic (OPG) | 300–700 | $6–$14 |
| Premium-hospital chest (Cleopatra, Dar Al Fouad) | 500–1,500 | $10–$30 |
Indicative ranges. USD conversions at approximately EGP 50 = $1 and will shift with the Egyptian pound. Always confirm current pricing with the facility.
How Egyptian Healthcare Coverage Works
The main systems
- HIO: Health Insurance Organisation — covers ~60% of Egyptians
- UHI: new Universal Health Insurance — rolling out since 2019
- MOH hospitals: Ministry of Health direct facilities, low-cost
- Military / university hospitals: separate networks
- Private sector: major Cairo / Alexandria hospitals + local clinics
UHI rollout phases
- Phase 1: Port Said, Ismailia, Suez, South Sinai, Luxor, Aswan
- Phase 2–4: Upper Egypt governorates
- Phase 5–6: Delta and Sinai
- Cairo / Alexandria / Giza: final phase (ongoing)
- Benefit package includes imaging at accredited providers
How to get an X-ray
- MOH hospital: register with ID, see doctor, nominal fee
- HIO / UHI: use your card at accredited facility
- Private: walk into clinic or imaging chain
- Bring Egyptian ID (national number) or passport
Where to Get an X-Ray
🏥 Government / University Hospitals
- Qasr El-Ainy Cairo University Hospital
- Ain Shams University Hospital — Cairo
- Alexandria Main University Hospital
- Theodor Bilharz Research Institute
- MOH general hospitals in every governorate
🏥 Private Hospitals
- Cleopatra Hospital Group — Cairo
- As-Salam International Hospital — Cairo
- Dar Al Fouad Hospital — 6th of October City
- Nile Badrawi Hospital — Cairo
- Alfa Medical Group — Alexandria
🏥 Diagnostic Chains
- Alfa Laboratory — nationwide
- Mokhtabar Medical Labs — nationwide
- El-Borg Laboratories
- Misr Radiology Center — Cairo (medical tourism focus)
- Scan Radiology Center
Guide by Patient Type
🇪🇬 Egyptian residents
- HIO / UHI members: use accredited facilities for minimal out-of-pocket
- Uninsured: MOH hospitals cheapest, private clinic affordable
- Alfa / Mokhtabar chains offer transparent self-pay pricing
- Keep card and ID for every visit
💼 Expats in Egypt
- Private insurance (AXA, Allianz) covers major private hospitals
- Self-pay at private clinics is low by Western standards
- Major Cairo hospitals have international patient desks
- Emergency care at MOH hospitals available regardless
✈️ Tourists / medical tourists
- Self-pay at private clinic — among cheapest globally
- Emergency care at public hospitals universally available
- Travel health insurance recommended
- Misr Radiology and major hospitals serve international patients
Practical Details
📋 What to bring
- Egyptian National ID card or passport
- HIO / UHI card (if applicable)
- Doctor's referral for public hospital
- Prior imaging on CD/USB
- Cash / card for private
⏰ Typical wait times
- Emergency: immediate
- Public routine: hours to days
- Private self-pay: same day
- Results: same day to 48 hours
💡 How to save money
- Use HIO / UHI at accredited sites if insured
- Alfa / Mokhtabar chains offer mid-range pricing
- Compare at least 2 private facilities before booking
- MOH hospitals cheapest for basic uninsured care
FAQ
How much does a chest X-ray cost at Misr Radiology?
Misr Radiology Center quotes about $30 USD for a chest X-ray package targeted at international patients, which translates to approximately EGP 1,500 at 2026 exchange rates.
What is UHI?
Universal Health Insurance — Egypt's new system being rolled out governorate-by-governorate since 2019. It replaces fragmented HIO coverage with a unified scheme covering more services and providers. Cairo, Alexandria, and Giza are in later phases.
Is Egypt cheap for medical tourism?
Yes — private X-rays cost $3–$30 USD, among the lowest globally. Major Cairo hospitals (Cleopatra, Dar Al Fouad, As-Salam) offer good quality at prices far below Western equivalents. Medical tourism in dentistry and cosmetic procedures is well-established.
Do I need insurance for an Egyptian public hospital?
MOH hospitals treat uninsured patients for nominal fees. HIO / UHI members use their cards at accredited facilities. Tourists often prefer private clinics for English service and speed.
How is the Egyptian pound affecting prices?
The Egyptian pound has depreciated sharply in recent years. In USD terms, healthcare prices for foreign visitors remain very affordable; in EGP terms, prices have risen. Check current EGP pricing at the specific clinic.
Where do expats go for X-rays in Cairo?
Premium private hospitals — Cleopatra Hospital Group, As-Salam International, Dar Al Fouad — and private diagnostic chains like Alfa Laboratory. These offer English service, international-grade workflows, and short waits.
Compare X-Ray Costs Across Countries
Sources
- Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population — UHI rollout phases
- Misr Radiology Center — medical-tourism pricing
- Vital Global Care — Egypt 2026 healthcare cost guide
- International Insurance — Egypt healthcare overview
Last reviewed: April 2026. EGP prices change with exchange rate; always verify with facility.