Egy People: Is it a custom to bring a gift when visiting?

Question

I AM GOING TO VISIT MY FIANCE'S FAMILY IN EGYPT AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO BRING. MY FIANCE SAYS NOTHING BUT MY MOTHER SAYS I SHOULD BRING SOMETHING.

-SHOULD I BRING SOMETHING?

-AND IF SO WHAT?

SHOUKRAN!

Answer 1

it isnt traditional to take a gift when visiting .

but if you are coming from abroad , this would be meaningful.

it is best if you bring  something like the photo frame mentioned here .

it would be simple and thoughtful .

best of luck in your marriage .

Answer 2

well of course your fiance to be would probably say no cause he doesnt want you to go threw such trouble for a gift but then again your mom said you should get a gift for them that would be nice and they would feel closer and shows how nice and giving you are but idk but my dad every time he goes to egypt he always goes straight to the airport  store lol and buys ALOOOOOOOOOOOOT of chocolate for his mom brothers family ect. and gives some away.. so i guess chocolates becuz its nice

Answer 3

yeah, you have to

you can bring a cake, or a choclate candy.

Answer 4

It is good manners and very thoughtful to bring gifts. It is not always required as you know. In this case listen to your mother.

A small trinket can be nice for some people.  Chocolates, candles, and foodstuffs are always welcomed. Flowers are also a good choice in your case even if a bit nontraditional.

Keep it small and simple, don't be overwhelming with your gift. think HUMBLE! :)

I would ask your fiance questions about your new family members to get an idea of them. Look a picture if you can to get a sense of them and follow your heart.

This is a critical point in your fiance's relationship and a time to build a bond with your new family.

I would find it extremely thoughtful if I were in your future MIL's position and I would think you are a sweet girl!

Best wishes and God bless! :)

Answer 5

Nope egyptian people sometimes(not all) get offended when someone gives them a gift without a reason whatsoever. These people are very humble.

Answer 6

Yes, you should bring a simple gift to his family, like maybe a dress to his mum, and shirts to his brother.

Answer 7

yeah bring something! your fiance just didn't want you to feel obligated. He was being nice. It is something from the culture here I think to say "oh no, you shouldn't have" a few times before accepting gifts.

But it doesnt have to be so expensive. I brought my husbands mother a photo frame that records the voice to put her nieces and nefews in it and it was like 20 $ at Radio shack and then some candy from the usa.

Be careful not to offend: no flowers ok.. they are mostly for funerals, keep it simple my friend and you'll be golden

ohh didnt see the other person who said keep it simple.. didnt mean to copy lol