Just booked a holiday to Egypt? Find out all the important information about Egypt’s visa rules so your holiday can go h no mishaps!
What are the entry requirements for Egypt?
- You must have a valid passport for 6 months after the date you arrive in Egypt,
- If you’re travelling to Egypt for less than 15 days, you do not need a visa,
- If you’re travelling to Egypt for 15 or more days, you need to get a tourist visa.
What is the Egypt visa policy?
If travelling to Sharm El-Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba resorts for up to 15 days, you will receive a free entry permission stamp upon arrival. However, if you intend to travel outside of these areas or stay 15 days or more, a tourist visa will be required.
How do I get a visa for Egypt?
Securing your visa for Egypt can be done online, in person or via the post – so you can choose the method that’s easiest for you.
Egypt e-visa
- Head to the Visa2Egypt portal, at least 7 days before your departure date
- Create an account with your name and email address via the registration page
- Once your account registration has been confirmed, you can logon to the e-Visa portal
- Within the portal select ‘Apply Now’ and the type of visa that you require
- Fill in the application form with the required details
- Pay using a Visa, MasterCard or debit card
- Await approval via email
- Simply download and print the e-Visa ready to present upon arrival at the airport
How long is an e-visa valid for Egypt?
An Egypt e-visa will be valid for three months, but either 30 or 60 days of consecutive travel.
Egypt visa by post
- Head to https://egyptconsulate.co.uk/visas/ to download the visa application form
- Two passport photos must be included with your form
- The exact visa fees are to be included – otherwise it will be returned
- Upon recieving your application, the process can take between 5-10 working days
Can I get an Egypt visa on arrival?
Yes, you can get a visa upon arrival at the approved bank kiosks within the airport arrival halls which you’ll find before you reach the immigration counters. Although, securing your visa beforehand can save you a lot of time and stress!
How much does a visa for Egypt cost?
A single-entry, 30-day tourist visa costs $25 US dollars*. The visa can be purchased in US dollars, euros or British pounds.
*Please note, prices are correct at the time of publishing however they are subject to change (Sept 2025).
How long are Egypt visas valid for?
- Tourist visas granted using the e-visa system or by post are valid for a maximum of three months.
- Visas granted on arrival are valid for a maximum of 30 days.
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