Americans warned of potential attacks at vacation destination as border crossing exit fee doubles

The U.S. Embassy Cairo has issued a security alert for Americans in Egypt following regional developments related to military operations in Iran.

The U.S. State Department warned travelers that fees at the Taba Border, a commonly used exit point for Israelis, have doubled.

"As of March 28, U.S. citizens can enter Taba on a 14-day free visa-on-arrival if you plan to stay within the Sinai area," officials said. 

Anyone planning to travel outside the Sinai area must obtain a 30-day visa on arrival at the Taba land crossing for $30, obtain a "letter of guarantee issued by an authorized travel agent" for $20 or $25, plus pay the border crossing exit fee.

Officials also state that ATMs at the crossing are "unreliable."