Egypt e-Visa eligible countries

Foreign nationals traveling to Egypt for tourist reasons must present a visa to enter the country. Citizens who hold valid passports from the following countries are eligible to apply online for an e-Visa for Egypt. Below is a list of those countries eligible for an Egypt e-Visa.

Albania Australia Austria Belgium Bulgaria
Canada Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark
Estonia Finland France Germany Greece
Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy Japan
Latvia Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malta
Moldova Monaco Montenegro Netherlands North Korea
Norway Poland Portugal Romania Russia
Serbia Slovakia Slovenia South Korea Spain
Sweden Switzerland United Kingdom United States Ukraine
The Vatican

Visitor Visa Requirements for Egypt

Egypt visitor visas can be obtained through an online e-Visa process if the applicant meets the following requirements:

  • A holder of a passport valid for at least 8 months from the entry date
  • The nationality of an eligible country
  • The applicant plans to travel to Egypt for a stay of 30 days or less
  • Completed the online application correctly
  • Submits payment via credit/debit card

Travel documents required for entry to Egypt

To travel to Egypt, all foreign nationals must hold a passport with a validity of at least 8 months from the date of entry as well as an authorized tourist visa and any required specific supporting documents such as official sponsorship letters.

As well as this is it advisable for all travelers to Egypt to take the following travel documents with them when traveling to Egypt:

  • A printed copy of the e-Visa for Egypt
  • Travel itinerary
  • Hotel booking and details about places to visit if traveling as a tourist

Bear in mind that there is a limitation on the amount of money a tourist can take into or out of the country in cash: L.E. 5,000 (Livre Egyptienne) and $10,000 or equivalent and this may be verified by customs or Border officials.

How long is an Egypt e-Visa valid?

When traveling to Egypt, the single or multiple-entry Egypt e-Visa allows travelers to stay for a total of 30 days from the date of entry. The Visa itself is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. If the visa expires before use, the applicant is required to apply for a new visa before traveling. The dates cannot be modified once the visa has been approved and sent via email.

However if the applicant needs a different visa to travel to Egypt such as a student visa or business visa, it may be necessary to contact the Embassy or Consulate.

Other Visas for Egypt

For a tourist visa for Egypt for trips of up to 30 days, eligible travelers can apply for the online e-Visa instead of applying via the Egyptian Embassy or Consulate. The Egypt e-Visa permits travelers to quickly complete an online application which saves time and energy and he/she can simply print the approved e-Visa to take with them.

However if the applicant needs a different visa to travel to Egypt such as a student visa, for permanent business or multiple entries, it may be necessary to contact the Embassy or Consulate.