About Cairo
- Cairo is the capital and the largest city of Egypt, home to about 9.6 million people.
- Cairo is also the centre of the region that shares its name.
- Close by: Shubrā al Khaymah (7 km), Giza (7 km) and Al Khuşūş (12 km).
Dating by city / Egypt / Cairo region / Cairo
Meet people in Cairo
Members from Cairo and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
Where to meet in Cairo
In a city the size of Cairo, pick a place you can both reach in half an hour: a café near a metro or bus stop, an exhibition, a food market or a walk in a central park. Weekday evenings are quieter than Saturdays.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Cairo
Who can I meet near Cairo?
More than 17 million people live within 50 km of Cairo, in 20 towns and cities including Giza, Shubrā al Khaymah and Al Khuşūş. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Cairo?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Cairo or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Cairo real people?
There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.
Can I meet someone who doesn't live in Cairo?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.