Egypt Fans - FIFA World Cup 2026 Vancouver Guide

Your Match in Vancouver

Egypt plays one group stage match at BC Place:

🇪🇬 Egypt vs New Zealand 🇳🇿

Sunday, June 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM PT

= Monday, June 22, 2026 · 4:00 AM EET (Cairo time)

⚠️ Early Morning Kickoff in Cairo
Your match is 4 AM Monday in Cairo. Many Egyptian fans gather in Vancouver bars Saturday afternoon/evening and watch live together.

Getting Here From Egypt

eTA Required (Allow Extra Time)

Egyptian passport holders need an eTA. Apply at eta.immicanada.gc.ca. Processing times can be slower than other countries. Apply 2–3 weeks in advance. Cost: CAD $7.

Flights Cairo → Vancouver

EgyptAir, Air Canada (code-share), others. Flight time: ~17–22 hours with connections through US hubs (Chicago, New York). Depart June 14–18 to arrive with time to adjust.

Halal Dining Near BC Place

Basha Mediterranean — trusted halal restaurant, walking distance from stadium.
Jamjar Canteen — Contemporary Mediterranean/Middle Eastern.

eSIM Recommendation

Airalo recommended — strong coverage from Middle East to North America. You'll want data for navigation and connecting with other Egyptian fans.

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Match Day Plan

Plan to gather at a fan bar by 4 PM Saturday. Watch the 6 PM match with community. Head to BC Place at 5 PM to soak up the atmosphere. Most Egyptian fans watch together and celebrate late into the night regardless of scoreline.