Egypt

🇪🇬

Phone Code

+20

Capital

Cairo

Population

109 Million

Native Name

مصر‎

Region

Africa

Northern Africa

Timezone

Eastern European Time

UTC+02:00

Egypt is a transcontinental country spanning Northeast Africa and the Sinai Peninsula in Asia, known for the Pyramids of Giza (last remaining Ancient Wonder), the Sphinx, Valley of the Kings, Nile River cruises, and 5,000 years of continuous civilization. Cairo, the capital, is Africa's largest city. Visitors are drawn to Giza Pyramids and Sphinx, Luxor's Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel temples, Egyptian Museum, Aswan and Philae Temple, Red Sea diving in Sharm El-Sheikh and Hurghada, Nile River cruises, and Islamic Cairo's mosques and bazaars. Egypt offers unparalleled ancient history and cultural treasures.

Visa Requirements for Egypt

All foreign nationals require a visa to enter Egypt. E-visa is available for eligible nationalities (including US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia) through online application at https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/, processed within 7 days. E-visa costs $25 USD for single-entry (valid 3 months for 30-day stay). Visa on arrival is also available at Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm El-Sheikh, and other major airports for $25 USD (exact cash). Some nationalities are restricted to advance visa applications through Egyptian embassies. All travelers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date. Sinai-only entry permits available for stays limited to South Sinai resorts. Check current security advisories before travel as some areas have travel restrictions.

Common Visa Types

E-Visa (Single Entry)

30-day stay; e-visa valid for 3 months from issue; $25 USD fee; apply at visa2egypt.gov.eg; processing 5-7 days; requires passport scan, photo.

For tourism purposes for citizens of eligible countries (US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, etc.) through online application.

E-Visa (Multiple Entry)

90 days total stay over 6 months validity; multiple entries allowed; $60 USD fee; same application process as single-entry e-visa.

For travelers needing multiple entries to Egypt within validity period for tourism purposes.

Visa on Arrival

30 days; $25 USD exact cash (USD only); available at airport visa banks before immigration; bring passport photo; some nationalities excluded.

For eligible nationalities arriving at Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm El-Sheikh, and other major airports for tourism.

Sinai-Only Entry Permit

15 days; free on arrival at Sharm El-Sheikh airport; cannot leave Sinai Peninsula; cannot visit Cairo, Pyramids, or mainland Egypt.

For stays limited to South Sinai resorts (Sharm El-Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba) for eligible nationalities.

Important Travel Information

Passport validity: Must be valid for at least 6 months from entry date. Ensure you have blank pages for visa stamp.

E-visa recommended: Apply for e-visa before travel to avoid airport queues. Approval email serves as visa; print and present at immigration.

Visa on arrival payment: If using visa on arrival, must pay in USD cash exact amount ($25). Credit cards not accepted. Banks at airport before immigration.