Egypt Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU | Yes | No | Yes 1/2 |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes 1/2 |
| British | Yes | No | Yes 1/2 |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes 1/2 |
| USA | Yes | No | Yes 1/2 |
Passports
To enter Egypt, a passport valid for at least six months from the date of issue of the visa is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above. Visitors from all countries, except nationals of the EU and the USA, must register with the police within one week of arrival in Egypt, although this service is normally undertaken by hotels. When you check in at your hotel the receptionist will ask to see your passport, and will record its details for the police.
Visas
Nationals from all the countries in the chart above have the option of obtaining tourist visas upon arrival in Egypt. They are usually valid for three months.
1. Visas are required by all nationals referred to in the chart above. These nationals may obtain a visa on arrival / e-visa valid for stays of up to 30 days. The visa on arrival can be obtained at Egyptian airports and for touristic stays only. A visa prior to travel is needed when arriving at border crossings on land or by sea.
2. South Sinai Red Sea resorts permission stamp on arrival: EU, Australian, Canadian and US nationals travelling to Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba resorts for up to a maximum of 15 days, who do not need a visa and will receive a free entry permission stamp on arrival, when arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh, Saint Catherine or Taba airports.
You can obtain visas from Egyptian consulates in your country of residence or on arrival at airports in Egypt. A multiple-visit visa is necessary if your trip includes travel in and out of Egypt.
Business visa applications must be submitted with a letter from the company stating reasons for the visit.
Visa Note
Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the consulate/embassy to check visa requirements for Egypt.
Types and Cost
Visa on arrival and e-visa: US$25 (single entry); US$60 (multiple entry).
Consulate visa cost varies according to nationality. UK and Australian nationals: tourist: £25 (single-entry); £60 (multiple-entry); business: £100 (single-entry); £150 (multiple-entry).
Canadian nationals: tourist: £85 (single-entry); £120 (multiple-entry); business: £85 (single-entry); £120 (multiple-entry).
USA nationals: tourist: US$27 (single entry); US$62 (multiple entry); business: US$62 (single-entry); US$87 (multiple-entry).
Visa fees for other EU nationals visiting Egypt vary according to country, but most follow the same fees that apply to UK and Australian nationals.
Validity
Visa on arrival: 30 days.
Single- and multiple-entry visas are valid for six months from the date of issue for a maximum stay of 60 days and 90 days respectively. Extensions are available from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Egypt.
Transit
Those continuing their journey to a third country within 24 hours and remaining in the airport do not need a visa, providing they hold confirmed onward tickets.
Application to
You can obtain tourist visas online (visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/Home) or from the Egyptian consulate in your country of residence or from the airports in Cairo, Luxor, Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada, and the port at Alexandria.
Temporary residence
Foreign nationals can apply for residency in Egypt, subject to conditions.
Working days
Applications made in person require two days and postal applications normally take about five days. For certain nationalities, applications can take up to six weeks if they need to be referred to the authorities in Egypt.
Extension of stay
Visas can be extended for up to a year at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Entry with children
Children under 16 travelling without an adult must carry a letter from their parent or legal guardian.
Entry with pets
Pet dogs and cats must be microchipped and vaccinated for rabies, and you must complete an Egypt Veterinary Certificate. Vaccinations must be administered at least 30 days (but not more than a year) before travel.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
British Embassy in Egypt
Telephone: +20 2 2791 6000.
Website: http://www.ukinegypt.fco.gov.uk
Address: Garden City, 7 Ahmed Ragheb Street, Cairo, ,
Opening times:
Sun-Wed 0800-1530; Thurs 0800-1400.
Embassy of Egypt in the USA
Telephone: +1 202 895 5400.
Website: http://www.egyptembassy.net
Address: NW, 3521 International Court, Washington, 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0930-1300.
Egyptian Consulate in the UK
Telephone: +44 20 7235 9777
Website: http://www.egyptianconsulate.co.uk
Address: , 2 Lowndes Street, London, SW1X 9ET,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0930-1230 (lodging applications); 1430-1600 (visa collection).
