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Entry rules by passport and route

North Africa · Cairo

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All visa types for Egypt

Entry routes and their recorded fees. Dollar conversions appear only with a dated source.

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eVisa

Tourist electronic visa: single entry

Nationalities listed on the portal, subject to ministry age, group and approval conditions.

Fee
30 USD
Entries
Single
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
per entry; check the issued visa
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
30 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2][3]

  • Account needed on the portal

Tourist electronic visa: multiple entry

Nationalities listed on the portal, subject to ministry age, group and approval conditions.

Fee
65 USD
Entries
Multiple
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Check the issued visa; the portal does not state a universal cumulative limit.
Recorded duration rule
Check the issued visa; the portal does not state a universal cumulative limit.
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
65 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2][3]

  • Account needed on the portal

On arrival

Arrival visa: Cairo QR route

Only travellers eligible for arrival issuance. The live airport selector lists Cairo. Sources differ; confirm with the embassy or your airline.

Fee
36 USD
Entries
Single
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
per entry; airport scope requires confirmation
Government fee
Visa fee: 30 USD
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Digital service: 6 USD
Recorded amount for this route
36 USD
Total of itemised fees
36 USD

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2][3][4]

Arrival visa at other eligible ports

The ministry base tariff is USD 30. Allow USD 36 pending confirmation of digital service and payment at your airport. Sources differ; confirm with the embassy or your airline.

Fee
36 USD
Entries
Single
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration; period unconfirmed
30 days
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
36 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2][3][4]

Embassy visa

Consular visitor visa: single entry

Fees and processing depend on passport and mission. A separate prior approval may be required before the visa application.

Fee
Not confirmed
Entries
Single
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
per entry; mission-specific validity
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
Not confirmed
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2][3]

Consular visitor visa: multiple entry

Fees and processing depend on passport and mission. A separate prior approval may be required before the visa application.

Fee
Not confirmed
Entries
Multiple
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
London: 90 days collectively during 6 calendar months
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
Not confirmed
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2][3]

Washington tourist visa: single entry

Washington applicants in its jurisdiction; separate nationality tariffs apply to UK, Canadian, Zimbabwean and Nigerian passports. Pre-approval is additional.

Fee
32 USD
Entries
Single
Processing
10 business days
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration; period unconfirmed
30 days
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
32 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1]

Washington tourist visa: multiple entry

Washington applicants in its jurisdiction; separate nationality tariffs apply to UK, Canadian, Zimbabwean and Nigerian passports. Pre-approval is additional.

Fee
67 USD
Entries
Multiple
Processing
10 business days
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
67 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1]

Visitor visa valid for 5 calendar years

The ministry lists USD 700 and 180 days per entry. Washington lists USD 707 and 3 calendar months per entry with eligibility exceptions. Sources differ; confirm with the embassy or your airline.

Fee
707 USD
Entries
Multiple
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
3 months per entry
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
3 calendar months per visit pending confirmation; visa validity 5 calendar years
Recorded duration rule
3 calendar months per visit pending confirmation; visa validity 5 calendar years
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
707 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2]

Transit

EgyptAir 96-hour transit visa

Arrival-visa eligible passengers transiting with EgyptAir; carrier approval and onward documents required.

Fee
0 USD
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
8–96 hours, arranged at the Cairo transit office
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
0 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2]

Other

South Sinai visitor stamp

Eligible visitors through the listed South Sinai ports. Separate conditions apply to Indian, Pakistani, Moroccan, Algerian, Uzbek and Kazakh passports.

Fee
0 USD
Duration, fee breakdown and sources
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Visa usage window
Not applicable to visa exemption
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
15 days in the specified area; Canadian guidance states 14 days
Government fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Insurance within the application fee
Not itemised in the fee record
Service and verification
Not itemised in the fee record
Recorded amount for this route
0 USD
Total of itemised fees
Not confirmed

The total covers the itemised components only. An unlisted charge is not treated as free.

Sources: [1][2]

London consular applications — fees by passport and entries

London mission fees only. Select your passport and entries, then confirm jurisdiction.

Processing for all categories
5–10 business days
Visa usage window
Not confirmed
Limit over a period
Not confirmed
Tariffs for the named authority. A fee waiver does not mean visa-free entry.
Passport categoryEntriesRecorded feeScope and source
General tariff, including UK passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Single33 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Recorded duration rule
30 days per entry; use within 3 calendar months of issue pending confirmation
General tariff, including UK passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Multiple68 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
90 days collectively during 6 calendar months
London tourist tariff: Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Russia, Serbia, Sweden and US passports.Single20 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Recorded duration rule
30 days per entry; use within 3 calendar months of issue pending confirmation
London tourist tariff: Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Russia, Serbia, Sweden and US passports.Multiple20 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
90 days collectively during 6 calendar months
German passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Single23 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Recorded duration rule
30 days per entry; use within 3 calendar months of issue pending confirmation
German passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Multiple23 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
90 days collectively during 6 calendar months
Canadian passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Single93 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Recorded duration rule
30 days per entry; use within 3 calendar months of issue pending confirmation
Canadian passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Multiple128 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
90 days collectively during 6 calendar months
Nigerian passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Single108 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Recorded duration rule
30 days per entry; use within 3 calendar months of issue pending confirmation
Nigerian passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Multiple158 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
90 days collectively during 6 calendar months
Zimbabwean passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Single78 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Recorded duration rule
30 days per entry; use within 3 calendar months of issue pending confirmation
Zimbabwean passports. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Multiple118 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
90 days collectively during 6 calendar months
Sudanese, Yemeni and South African passports; visa still required. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Single0 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
30 days per entry
Recorded duration rule
30 days per entry; use within 3 calendar months of issue pending confirmation
Sudanese, Yemeni and South African passports; visa still required. Collection is in GBP. Appointment route and required residence depend on the mission.Multiple0 GBP
Details
Stay per entry
Not confirmed
Recorded duration rule
90 days collectively during 6 calendar months

Recorded fees; the insurance/service total is unconfirmed. Missing components are not free.

How to apply for the Egypt visa, step by step

Select your product; each application has separate steps.

Tourist electronic visa: single entry
  1. Check eligibility

    Check nationality, age and any prior-approval or tour-group condition before creating the application.

  2. Pay online

    Pay with Visa, Mastercard or another accepted debit card. Apply at least 7 days before departure.

Key details

Passport validity
6 months from arrival
Blank pages
1 page

Photo specification

Background
white

Standard passport-photo specification. Check the upload limits on the official portal before you apply.

Before you travel

Health notices

A polio certificate applies to residents and visitors who stayed over 4 weeks in the specified countries; bOPV or IPV is required 4 weeks to 12 calendar months before travel.

Check again before travel; we will review this on 6 November 2026.

Entry conditions

Destination reference: requirements vary by passport, product and application location. Open your passport route for scoped requirements; the following is not a complete personal checklist.

Egypt visa for residents of the Gulf

A qualifying residence in any of the 6 GCC states can support an arrival visa. Residence and re-entry entitlement must remain valid for at least 6 calendar months; nationality and employment-category exceptions apply.

UAEConditional · Visa on arrivalSaudi ArabiaConditional · Visa on arrivalQatarConditional · Visa on arrivalKuwaitConditional · Visa on arrivalBahrainConditional · Visa on arrivalOmanConditional · Visa on arrival

Egypt visa for Gulf residents

Egypt embassies and visa centres in Arab cities

Addresses and appointment links published by the missions. Opening hours change; check before you go.

CairoMission type not confirmed
Address
Not applicable

Domestic city; an overseas mission directory does not apply.

Phone
Not applicable

Domestic city; an overseas mission directory does not apply.

Email
Not applicable

Domestic city; an overseas mission directory does not apply.

Opening hours
Not applicable

Domestic city; an overseas mission directory does not apply.

Consular jurisdiction
Not applicable

Domestic city; an overseas mission directory does not apply.

Appointments
Not applicable

Domestic city; an overseas mission directory does not apply.

Visa centre
Not applicable

Domestic city; an overseas mission directory does not apply.

Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Embassies and visa centres in Cairo

RiyadhConsulate
Address
6511 Abdullah Al Sahmi Street, Diplomatic Quarter · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Phone
+966114831305 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
consulate.riyadh@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
https://riyadh.egyptconsulates.org/booking.html · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06Egypt Consulate Riyadh · 2026-10-06Egypt Consulate Riyadh · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Riyadh

JeddahConsulate
Address
2 Mohammed Iqbal Street, Al Rawdah, northwest of Al Murabba Bridge on Madinah Road · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Phone
Not confirmed
Email
consulate.jeddah@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
https://jeddah.egyptconsulates.org/booking.html · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06Egypt Consulate Jeddah · 2026-10-06Egypt Consulate Jeddah · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Jeddah

DubaiConsulate
Address
Consular Area, Khalid bin Al Walid Street, Bur Dubai, PO Box 2575 · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Phone
+971 4 3971122 · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Email
consulate.dubai@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Dubai and the Northern Emirates · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSourceSource
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06Egypt Consulate Dubai · 2026-10-06Dubai Protocol Department · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Dubai

Abu DhabiEmbassy
Address
Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street, Abu Dhabi · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+971 2 813 7000 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
embassy.abudhabi@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Abu Dhabi

DohaEmbassy
Address
Al Dafna, Onaiza, Diplomatic Area · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+974 4483 2424 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
embassy.doha@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Doha

Kuwait CityConsulate
Address
Hawalli, Al Salam, Block 5, Street 403, Villa 21 · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+96525234491 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
consulate.kuwait@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Kuwait City

ManamaEmbassy
Address
Villa 18, Road 33, Block 332, Al Mahooz, Manama · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+973 1772 0005 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
embassy.manama@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Manama

MuscatEmbassy
Address
Building 46, Diplomatic Area, Jamiat Al Duwal Al Arabia Street, Al Khuwair, postal code 112 · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSource
Phone
+968 24600411; +968 24600982 · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSource
Email
embassy.muscat@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSourceSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

  • www.mfa.gov.eg · 2026-10-07 · Opened; some fields remain unresolved
  • www.fm.gov.om · 2026-10-07 · Opened; some fields remain unresolved

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06Oman Foreign Ministry · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Muscat

AmmanEmbassy
Address
7 Mohammed Ali Bdeir Street, Abdoun, PO Box 35178-11180, Amman · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
009626/(009626) 5605175,5605176,5605202 /5605203 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
embassy.amman@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Amman

BaghdadEmbassy
Address
International Zone, Dijla Complex, Villas 6–7, Baghdad · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+9647704844479 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
Not confirmed
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Baghdad

ErbilConsulate
Address
Waziran, Erbil · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+964/662603443 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
consulate.erbil@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Erbil

BeirutEmbassy
Address
4653 Dr. Muhammed El-Bethri Street, Be’ar Hassan · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+961 1 825 566 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
embassy.beirut@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Beirut

RabatEmbassy
Address
Avenue Mohamed Bel Hassan El Ouazzani, Rabat · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
+212 537 54 58 00 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
embassy.rabat@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Rabat

TunisEmbassy
Address
Montplaisir, Avenue Mohamed V, Rue El Firdaws, Tunis · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
(+216) 71 903 223 · Source confirmed · 2026-10-07Source
Email
embassy.tunis@mfa.gov.eg · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Tunis

AlgiersEmbassy
Address
138 Bachir Ibrahimi Street, El Biar, Algiers · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Phone
00213023054717; 00213023054721 · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Email
embassy.algeria@mfa.gov.eg; egyptianconsularinalgeria@gmail.com · Recorded; reconfirm before visitingSource
Opening hours
Not confirmed
Consular jurisdiction
Not confirmed
Appointments
Not confirmed
Visa centre
Not confirmed
Attempts to verify missing details

Opening a page does not itself confirm jurisdiction or appointment arrangements.

Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs · 2026-10-06

Embassies and visa centres in Algiers

Published reasons for refusal

  • Incomplete documents, missing copies or incorrect applications may be returned or dismissed by the mission.

Common mistakes

  • Submitting unclear copies can delay the application; Washington asks for clear copies and a signed form.
  • Do not send original documents or visa fees to Washington before receiving required prior approval.

Rules for every passport

Select your passport to see the exact rules, fee and steps.

Payment, transit and practical tips

Emergency numbers
Ambulance 123 · Tourist police 126
eSIM availability
eSIM launched on 2024-12-05 through the 4 mobile operators. A compatible device is required. Foreign applicants need an original passport and proof of residence for SIM registration; airport-counter availability and prices remain unconfirmed.
Cash declaration
Declare foreign cash at USD 10,000 or equivalent on arrival; the airport wording warrants declaring at the threshold. Carry no more than EGP 5,000. On departure the foreign-cash ceiling is USD 10,000, except a non-Egyptian visitor may take the unused amount declared on arrival.
Duty-free allowance
For tourists and transit visitors, the published personal-goods allowance is EGP 15,000 for non-commercial new items, plus the specified tobacco and alcohol allowances: 200 cigarettes or 25 cigars or 200 g tobacco, and 1 litre of spirits.
Medicines
Bring only medicine for personal use with supporting documents. Customs clearance may require the competent authority’s approval; confirm the exact medicine before travel.
Overstaying
An overstay can result in a fine. The amount and extension procedure depend on the case; confirm with the passport and immigration authority before the authorised stay ends.
Leaving the country
Keep evidence of lawful entry. Charter arrivals must leave by charter and scheduled-flight arrivals by scheduled service under the published airline instructions.

About the country

Capital
Cairo
Currency
EGP
Language
Arabic
Time zone
+02:00 standard; +03:00 during daylight saving
Calling code
+20

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Egyptian tourist eVisa?
The portal lists USD 30 for a single entry and USD 65 for multiple entries. Cairo arrival QR issuance is a separate route costing USD 36 including a USD 6 service charge.
Can Iraqi citizens obtain the Egyptian eVisa?
The ministry expressly allows the electronic route for holders under 16 or over 60, at the current single-entry fee of USD 30. The portal lists Iraq without that age qualification. Adults outside the exception should arrange the required advance approval. Sources differ; confirm with the embassy or your airline.
Can a Gulf resident get a visa on arrival in Egypt?
A qualifying GCC residence and re-entry entitlement valid for at least 6 calendar months can permit an arrival visa. Passport and employment-category exceptions apply. Check the passport rule and carry a return ticket and sufficient funds.
Can I show the Egyptian eVisa on my phone?
The official instructions require a printout. Print the approved electronic visa and carry it with your passport, itinerary and supporting documents.
When should I apply for the Egyptian eVisa?
Apply at least 7 days before departure. This is the recommended minimum lead time, not a guarantee that an application will be approved within that period.
Does the South Sinai stamp allow a visit to Cairo?
The stamp is limited to the specified South Sinai visitor area for up to 15 days and eligible ports. It does not itself authorise travel throughout Egypt. Canadian guidance states a shorter 14-day allowance.
Is EgyptAir transit in Cairo visa-free?
EgyptAir publishes a free transit visa for eligible arrival-visa passengers connecting for 8–96 hours. Arrange it through the Cairo transit office; an onward ticket alone does not establish eligibility. Airside rules remain unconfirmed here.
How long must my passport be valid?
The electronic portal requires at least 6 months from arrival. Canadian guidance requests 6 months beyond departure; Canadian holders should use that stricter limit pending confirmation.
Which bank cards can I use for the eVisa?
The official application instructions list Visa, Mastercard and other debit cards. Confirm that your card supports the online transaction and retain the payment record.
Do children need their own Egyptian visa?
A child holding a separate passport needs a separate visa. London also requests a parental letter when a child under 16 applies without an adult. Additional passport-specific conditions can apply.

Sources and verification

Every rule on this page comes from the sources below. Dates show when the data was added, last changed and last reviewed.

Added
1 Apr 2026
Last changed
6 Oct 2026
Last reviewed
6 Oct 2026
  1. 1.
    Egypt Ministry of Interior (opens in a new tab)

    visa2egypt.gov.eg · Government

    Recorded check:

  2. 2.
    Egypt Ministry of Interior (opens in a new tab)

    visa2egypt.gov.eg · Government

    Recorded check:

  3. 3.
    Egypt Ministry of Interior (opens in a new tab)

    visa2egypt.gov.eg · Government

    Recorded check:

  4. 4.
    Egypt Embassy Washington (opens in a new tab)

    egyptembassy.net · Government

    Recorded check:

  5. 5.
    Egypt Consulate London (opens in a new tab)

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