Application Process

1. Gather Your Documents

Prepare clear copies before starting your Egypt visa application:

• Valid Passport (minimum 6 months validity from date of arrival, with at least 1 blank page)

• Recent Passport-sized Photograph (digital, color, plain background)

• Confirmed Return or Onward Ticket

• Proof of Accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter if staying with family/friends)

• Valid Credit/Debit Card (for online eVisa payment)

2. Apply Online or at Embassy

• eVisa: Citizens of eligible countries can apply online through the official Egypt eVisa portal.

• Embassy/Consulate: Travelers from non-eligible countries must apply in person at their nearest Egyptian diplomatic mission.

3. Payment of Fees

Pay the required visa fee online (for eVisa) or at the embassy/consulate. Fees vary depending on single-entry vs. multiple-entry visa.

4. Application Review

• eVisa Processing: Typically 3–7 business days.

• Embassy Applications: May take longer, depending on your location.

5. Receive Your Visa

• eVisa: Delivered by email. Print a copy to carry with your passport.

• Embassy Visa: Issued as a sticker or stamp in your passport.

6. Present at Arrival in Egypt

Show your passport, visa, return ticket, and proof of accommodation at immigration.

Eligibility & Requirements

To apply for an Egypt tourist visa, you must:

• Hold a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

• Be a citizen of an eligible country for the eVisa program (many European, North American, and Asian nationalities are eligible).

• Travel for tourism purposes only (not for work, study, or long-term residence).

• Provide proof of onward or return travel.

• Show accommodation details (hotel reservation or host invitation).

• Comply with length of stay rules: Tourist visas are typically valid for 30 days per visit. Extensions may be available in Egypt at the Passport and Immigration office.

  
  

How to Avoid Possible Rejection

To reduce the risk of delays or refusals:

• Apply Early: Submit at least 7 days before your trip if using the eVisa system.

• Double-check Eligibility: Confirm your nationality is part of the eVisa program.

• Provide Accurate Information: Ensure passport details (name, number, expiry date) match your application exactly.

• Upload Clear Documents: Avoid blurry scans or low-quality photos.

• Book Return Travel: Immigration may ask to see proof of your departure within the allowed stay.

• Avoid Past Immigration Issues: Previous overstays or violations in Egypt or other countries may affect approval.

• Carry a Printed Copy: Even though eVisas are digital, Egyptian immigration often requires a hard copy at entry.

With correct preparation and accurate submissions, most travelers receive their Egypt visa smoothly and can enjoy their trip without complications.