International House Cairo, Egypt
17 Boulos Hanna - 12611 Cairo - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Language and culture exchange.
- Courses include extra activities such as evening seminars and weekend or day trips.
- The only Cambridge Assessment English language teacher training centre based in Cairo.
- Best rated school in Egypt
This school is an authorised Cambridge and IELTS examination centre.
Location:International House Cairo is a language centre located in the bustling and culturally rich Egyptian city of Cairo. Housed in the Al Doqi neighbourhood, the school is close to several amenities, eateries, shops, links to public transport and attractions such as the River Nile, the Museum of Modern Egyptian Art, The Cairo Opera House, The Hanager Arts Center, the Cairo Tower and more.
Course selection: Course selection includes something suitable for students of all levels. In addition to Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA), students can also take Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), Private Arabic Courses and combination programmes of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA).
Getting around: The school is within walking distance of many sites and places of cultural and social interest. The nearest bus stop to the school is Ali Abdel Halim St. & Tahrir St., which is a 500m walk from the school's front doors.
Social and cultural: There are many social and cultural activities and places of interest in Cairo and International House Cairo is happy to help guide students in making their trip as unique and funfilled as possible. Some of the most visited attractions in Cairo include the Egyptian Museum of Cairo, Khan el-Khalili, Cairo Tower, Al-Azhar Mosque, Al-Hakim Mosque, the Hanging Church and many more.
Arabic Courses
General Language
Combined Egyptian Colloquial & Modern Standard Arabic (ECA & MSA)
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$326$310 / week More
Combined Egyptian Colloquial & Modern Standard Arabic (ECA & MSA)
25 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
$326$310 / week
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| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 655 623 | 1,305 1,240 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 04 Jan 2026, 18 Jan 2026, 01 Feb 2026, 15 Feb 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 15 Mar 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 19 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 17 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 21 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 16 Aug 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 13 Sep 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 11 Oct 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 08 Nov 2026, 22 Nov 2026, 06 Dec 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Arabic course before:
04 Jan 2026, 01 Feb 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 22 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 5 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 15:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA)10 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$135$129 / week More
Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA)
10 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
$135$129 / week
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| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 270 257 | 540 513 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 04 Jan 2026, 18 Jan 2026, 01 Feb 2026, 15 Feb 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 15 Mar 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 19 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 17 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 21 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 16 Aug 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 13 Sep 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 11 Oct 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 08 Nov 2026, 22 Nov 2026, 06 Dec 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Arabic course before:
04 Jan 2026, 01 Feb 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 22 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 11:30 - 13:30 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Modern Standard Arabic (MSA)15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$191$182 / week More
Modern Standard Arabic (MSA)
15 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
$191$182 / week
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| Weeks | 2 | 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 385 366 | 765 727 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 04 Jan 2026, 18 Jan 2026, 01 Feb 2026, 15 Feb 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 15 Mar 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 19 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 17 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 21 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 16 Aug 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 13 Sep 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 11 Oct 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 08 Nov 2026, 22 Nov 2026, 06 Dec 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an Arabic course before:
04 Jan 2026, 01 Feb 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 22 Nov 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 11:30 - 14:30 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Survival Egyptian Arabic (SEA)This course tends to sell out quickly!5 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from$150$143 / week More
Survival Egyptian Arabic (SEA)
This course tends to sell out quickly!
5 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
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$150$143 / week
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| Weeks | 2 |
|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 300 285 |
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- Starting dates
- 2026: 04 Jan 2026, 18 Jan 2026, 01 Feb 2026, 15 Feb 2026, 01 Mar 2026, 15 Mar 2026, 05 Apr 2026, 19 Apr 2026, 03 May 2026, 17 May 2026, 07 Jun 2026, 21 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 16 Aug 2026, 30 Aug 2026, 13 Sep 2026, 27 Sep 2026, 11 Oct 2026, 25 Oct 2026, 08 Nov 2026, 22 Nov 2026, 06 Dec 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 1 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 11:00 - 13:30 - Possible course durations
- 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Online
Private Online Arabic Course10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Sunday)Offer!from$350$333 / week More
Private Online Arabic Course
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Sunday)
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$350$333 / week
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| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 700 665 | 1,050 998 | 1,400 1,330 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Sunday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 7:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 21:55 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Private
Private Arabic Course10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Sunday)Offer!from$350$333 / week More
Private Arabic Course
10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)
Starts weekly (every Sunday)
Offer!from
$350$333 / week
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| Weeks | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 700 665 | 1,050 998 | 1,400 1,330 |
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- Starting dates
- Every Sunday
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 60 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 7:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 12:00 - 21:55 - Possible course durations
- 2, 3, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 60 min
Additional information for all courses
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Our prices for International House include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
Student opinions about International House, Cairo
5.0
Overall school rating of
International House, Cairo
International House, Cairo
1 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
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Theresia
29 yearsOverall rating
5.0
“Well organized, nice café and outdoor seating area next to the school. Very good teaching quality!”
“The books are somewhat expensive and not absolutely necessary, because the teachers have their own materials, but they can be used for self-study afterwards.”
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Course: Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) - 2 weeks
Review date: 24. Feb. 2026
International House
- Accreditations and Quality seals
International House World Organisation- Arabic teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 30% male / 70% female
- Offer for returning students
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at International House.
- Year of school foundation
- 2009
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Library
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Smoking zones (outdoors)
Tourist information
Free parking (<500m)
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in most classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 1
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| England | 25% |
| Spain | 10% |
| Germany | 10% |
| Netherlands | 10% |
| USA | 10% |
| Italy | 5% |
| France | 5% |
| Sweden | 5% |
| Korea | 5% |
| Switzerland | 5% |
| Turkey | 3% |
| Japan | 2% |
| Other nationalities | 5% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 0% |
| 18-24 years | 50% |
| 25-34 years | 25% |
| 35-50 years | 12.5% |
| >50 years | 12.5% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 20Throughout the year: 20
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 10Adult courses Throughout the year: 10
- Average age of students
- In summer: 25 yearsThroughout the year: 25 years
Information for all courses offered by International House
- Lesson duration
- 60 minutes
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately $30 per course level.
- Comments about courses
A compulsory online language level test costs an additional USD 30. Complete beginners can join without needing to take the placement test.
Please note that there is a Eid Al-Fitr break: The school will be closed from March 19th to March 23rd. These sessions will be compensated on March 29th, 30th and 31st.- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 35 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
07 Jan 2026, 25 Jan 2026, 19 Mar 2026, 20 Mar 2026, 21 Mar 2026, 22 Mar 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 12 Apr 2026, 13 Apr 2026, 25 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 27 May 2026, 28 May 2026, 29 May 2026, 31 May 2026, 16 Jun 2026, 30 Jun 2026, 23 Jul 2026, 25 Aug 2026, 06 Oct 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
07 Jan 2027, 25 Jan 2027, 19 Mar 2027, 20 Mar 2027, 21 Mar 2027, 22 Mar 2027, 23 Mar 2027, 12 Apr 2027, 13 Apr 2027, 25 Apr 2027, 01 May 2027, 27 May 2027, 28 May 2027, 29 May 2027, 31 May 2027, 16 Jun 2027, 30 Jun 2027, 23 Jul 2027, 25 Aug 2027, 06 Oct 2027.School policy regarding bank holidays:Full number of lost classes are made up - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via email.
Lessons needed per Arabic language level
The data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Airport transfer
- Cairo International Airport:
- $50 one way
$95 return (both ways)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- - Singing Classes
- Conversation Club
- Language Exchange club
- Drama Club
- Storytelling Workshop
- Culture Day
- Egyptian Brunch
- Game Nights Adults - Paid activities
- - Trips and Excursions
- Arabic Calligraphy course
- Cooking Classes
- Kayaking
- Rowing
- Felucca Nile Trip
Accommodation
Dokki Accommodation Single room, No meals 
Shared bathroom
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$168/ week Show more
Dokki Accommodation
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
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$168/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | -- | 335 | -- | 670 | 857.5 | 1045 | 1232.5 | 1420 | 1795 | 2170 | 187.5 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Friday
Price per room
- Check-in
- Saturday
- Check-out
- Friday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $30 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Dokki Accommodation (Private Studio) Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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$370/ week Show more
Dokki Accommodation (Private Studio)
Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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$370/ week
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| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | -- | 740 | -- | 1480 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
No extra nights bookable
Dokki Accommodation (Single bedroom) Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
$168/ week Show more
Dokki Accommodation (Single bedroom)
Single room, No meals
Shared bathroom
from
$168/ week
Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ | -- | 335 | -- | 670 | 820 | 970 | 1120 | 1270 | 1570 | 1870 | 150 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price in $ |
Minimum stay: 2 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per room
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $30 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Average distance from school
- 5 minutes walking.
- Includes
- TV, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 90
FAQ about International House, Cairo
What is the best price for a course at International House, Cairo?
“Arabic courses at International House start at 129 US$ for a Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA) course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at International House as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Combined Egyptian Colloquial & Modern Standard Arabic (ECA & MSA), Egyptian Colloquial Arabic (ECA), Modern Standard Arabic (MSA)”
Is airport pickup offered by International House?
“Yes. The school offers pickup from Cairo International Airport (50 US$)”
What is the number of students per class at International House?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at International House varies from 1 (Private Online Arabic Course) to 8 students (Combined Egyptian Colloquial & Modern Standard Arabic (ECA & MSA))”
Which countries are students of International House from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at International House comes from England with a 25% representation, followed by students from Germany (10%) and Netherlands (10%).”
International House offers courses for which ages?
“International House offers courses from 18 years to 99. The average age is 25 during the summer and 25 the rest of the year.”
Terms of International House
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- International House Cairo | Tax registration ID: 464-868-068
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA require a visa to enter and study in Egypt.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 100 US$
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
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