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Egypt visas

Egypt tourist visa

Tourists may qualify for visa-free entry, an online visa or a visa on arrival. Other travellers need a visa from an Egyptian diplomatic mission.

Ways to get a Egypt tourist visa

Visa-free entry for 6 months
No visa needed
Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Stay
Up to 6 months.
Passports that qualify (6)
Visa-free entry for 3 months
No visa needed
Citizens of Hong Kong, Jordan and Macau. Jordanian passport holders must meet the passport conditions.
Stay
Up to 3 months.
Passports that qualify (3)
Visa-free entry for 14 days
No visa needed
Citizens of Malaysia.
Stay
Up to 14 days.
Passports that qualify (1)
- Malaysia
Conditional visa-free entry
No visa needed
Certain citizens of Palestine, Libya, South Sudan, Yemen, Afghanistan, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia and Lebanon qualify under age, gender or passport conditions.
Stay
Palestine: indefinite period. Libya, South Sudan and Yemen: 6 months. Afghanistan, Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia: 3 months. Lebanon: 30 days.
Passports that qualify (9)
Sinai resort permission stamp
No visa needed
Citizens of European Union member states, the United Kingdom and the United States visiting only Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba resorts.
Stay
Up to 15 days.
Fee
Free.
Processing
Granted on arrival.
Passports that qualify (29)
1. Travel to the listed Sinai resorts.
2. Receive the free entry permission stamp on arrival.
Sinai airport visa-free entry
No visa needed
Travellers arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh, Saint Catherine or Taba airports, except citizens of the places listed in the exclusions.
Stay
Up to 15 days.
Visa-free entry for organised tourist groups
No visa needed
Citizens of Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia travelling in an organised tourist group of at least 2 people with a signed travel agency guarantee letter.
Passports that qualify (3)
1. Join an organised tourist group of at least 2 people.
2. Obtain a signed guarantee letter from a travel agency.
Visa-free charter-flight visit
No visa needed
Citizens of Lebanon travelling to Alexandria and South Sinai and arriving on a charter flight at Borg El Arab, Hurghada or Sharm el Sheikh Airport.
Passports that qualify (1)
- Lebanon
Tourist e-Visa
eVisa
Citizens of the listed countries and territories. Iraqi tourist applicants must be aged between 16 and 60.
Valid for
30 days.
Passports that qualify (78)
Tourist visa on arrival
Visa on arrival
Citizens of the listed countries can get a visa on arrival for tourism. Other travellers may qualify through separate conditional routes.
Stay
Up to 30 days.
Processing
On arrival.
Passports that qualify (117)
Visa from an Egyptian diplomatic mission
Visa needed
Travellers who need a visa and do not qualify for another entry route.

Who needs it

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa.

Who doesn't

Some nationalities can visit without a visa. Other exemptions depend on family ties, organised tours or a visit limited to certain Sinai resorts.

What to bring

Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival.

Good to know

The standard tourist visa on arrival is for tourism only.
The Sinai permission stamp limits where you can travel.
Some travellers need approval or security clearance before departure.
Exact age and gender conditions for some visa exemptions are not specified clearly.

Questions

Do I need a tourist visa for Egypt?

Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry need a visa. Some nationalities can visit without a visa. Other exemptions depend on family ties, organised tours or a visit limited to certain Sinai resorts.

What are the ways to get a tourist visa for Egypt?

There are 11 options: Visa-free entry for 6 months (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 3 months (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for 14 days (no visa at all); Conditional visa-free entry (no visa at all); Sinai resort permission stamp (no visa at all); Sinai airport visa-free entry (no visa at all); Visa-free entry for organised tourist groups (no visa at all); Visa-free charter-flight visit (no visa at all); Tourist e-Visa (an online visa); Tourist visa on arrival (a visa at the border); Visa from an Egyptian diplomatic mission (a visa from an embassy).

Who can go to Egypt without a tourist visa?

Citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Citizens of Hong Kong, Jordan and Macau. Jordanian passport holders must meet the passport conditions. Citizens of Malaysia. Certain citizens of Palestine, Libya, South Sudan, Yemen, Afghanistan, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia and Lebanon qualify under age, gender or passport conditions. Citizens of European Union member states, the United Kingdom and the United States visiting only Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba resorts. Travellers arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh, Saint Catherine or Taba airports, except citizens of the places listed in the exclusions. Citizens of Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia travelling in an organised tourist group of at least 2 people with a signed travel agency guarantee letter. Citizens of Lebanon travelling to Alexandria and South Sinai and arriving on a charter flight at Borg El Arab, Hurghada or Sharm el Sheikh Airport.

Can I apply online for Egypt?

Yes: Tourist e-Visa. Citizens of the listed countries and territories. Iraqi tourist applicants must be aged between 16 and 60.

How long can I stay on a Egypt tourist visa?

Visa on arrival: usually up to 30 days. Visa-free stays vary.

What documents do I need for a Egypt tourist visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival..

What rules do I have to follow on a Egypt tourist visa?

The standard tourist visa on arrival is for tourism only. The Sinai permission stamp limits where you can travel.

Does my passport change whether I need a tourist visa for Egypt?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Egypt visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a tourist visa for Egypt be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Egypt tourist visa rules?

On Egypt's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

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