Forex Market Hours in Egypt
The four major forex sessions in Egypt time (EET/EEST, UTC+2 / UTC+3) with the best trading window highlighted — auto DST aware via the live clock on this page.
When does the forex market open in Egypt?
The forex market opens 00:00 EET and runs through the week until the New York close (Friday/Saturday depending on DST). In Egypt time the four major sessions are: Sydney 23:00–08:00 EET, Tokyo 02:00–11:00 EET, London 10:00–19:00 EET, and New York 15:00–00:00 EET. The best window is 15:00–19:00 EET — the London–New York overlap with the highest liquidity and tightest spreads.
- EET/EESTEET/EEST timezone
- 15–19Best window EET/EEST
- EESTEgypt DST (Apr–Oct)
- FRAEG regulator
Live Forex Status
Real-time market status and session times in local timezone — updates every second
Forex market is open right now
The forex market is open right now (2026-11-03 11:36 UTC). Active sessions: London.
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Forex Sessions in Egypt Time (EET/EEST)
Standard reference times. London and New York can shift by one hour during daylight saving transitions — the live clock above stays DST-aware.
| Session | UTC | EET/EEST (Egypt) | Volatility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 21:00 – 06:00 | 23:00–08:00 EET | Low |
| Tokyo | 00:00 – 09:00 | 02:00–11:00 EET | Medium |
| London | 08:00 – 17:00 | 10:00–19:00 EET | High |
| New York | 13:00 – 22:00 | 15:00–00:00 EET | Highest |
Best window for Egyptian traders
- USD/EGP & Gulf correlation — liquidity improves once London is open into New York.
- 15:00–19:00 EET overlap — London–New York peak in Egypt time.
- FRA oversight — confirm broker permissions for Egyptian residents.
- Arabic locale page — full AR content available under /ar/forex-market-hours-egypt.
How DST Affects Forex Hours in Egypt
Egypt observes daylight saving time (EET UTC+2 / EEST UTC+3) from the last Friday of April to the last Thursday of October. London and New York still shift on their own calendars, so always trust the live clock for Cairo time.
Standard reference
London 10:00–19:00 EET · New York 15:00–00:00 EET · Best window 15:00–19:00 EET.
UK / EU summer
When Egypt and Europe both observe summer time, London alignment stays similar in local clocks.
US summer
US DST can temporarily change overlap length versus Cairo time.
Forex Trading in Egypt — Regulatory Context
Forex trading in Egypt is subject to Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) rules and broker onboarding policies. Verify regulation before depositing.
Use the live clock on this page with the FxOpenHours converter to confirm session status before you trade.
Holidays & Liquidity in Egypt
Egyptian public holidays can thin local liquidity; global forex usually stays open.
For the full holiday calendar see our Forex Holiday Hours 2026 guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are forex market hours in Egypt?
In Egypt time (EET/EEST, UTC+2 / UTC+3): Sydney 23:00–08:00 EET, Tokyo 02:00–11:00 EET, London 10:00–19:00 EET, and New York 15:00–00:00 EET. The market is open 24/5.
What is the best time to trade forex in Egypt?
15:00–19:00 EET — the London–New York overlap.
Does daylight saving time affect forex hours in Egypt?
Egypt observes daylight saving time (EET UTC+2 / EEST UTC+3) from the last Friday of April to the last Thursday of October. London and New York still shift on their own calendars, so always trust the live clock for Cairo time.
Is forex trading legal in Egypt?
Egypt forex access depends on FRA rules and broker policy. Verify before depositing.
What time does the London session open in Egypt?
London session hours in Egypt: 10:00–19:00 EET.