Egypt Visa

Egypt — Visa Overview

About Egypt

Egypt is one of the world's most awe-inspiring and historically extraordinary destinations — a civilisation of over 5,000 years that has captivated explorers, scholars, and travellers throughout the ages. Straddling the northeast corner of Africa and the Sinai Peninsula of Asia, Egypt is a land of timeless grandeur — where ancient monuments of unimaginable scale stand alongside a vibrant modern culture, a warm and welcoming people, and some of the world's finest beach and diving destinations.

The Pyramids of Giza — the only surviving wonder of the ancient world — rise dramatically from the desert plateau just outside Cairo, alongside the enigmatic Great Sphinx and the vast Giza Necropolis that has entranced visitors for millennia. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo houses the world's most extraordinary collection of ancient artefacts — including the priceless golden treasures of Tutankhamun — while the new Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza, one of the largest archaeological museums in the world, represents a new chapter in Egypt's proud cultural heritage. Cairo itself — one of the Arab world's most dynamic and vibrant capitals — pulses with extraordinary energy, from the historic lanes of Islamic Cairo and the magnificent Khan El Khalili bazaar to the world-class restaurants and Nile-side promenades of modern Zamalek and Downtown.

Upper Egypt — accessible by the legendary Nile cruise — reveals the extraordinary temple complexes of Luxor and Karnak, the Valley of the Kings where the tombs of the pharaohs were carved deep into the limestone cliffs, the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel on the shores of Lake Nasser, and the ancient city of Aswan with its tranquil Nile islands and colourful Nubian villages. The Sinai Peninsula offers the iconic beach resorts of Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, and Taba — with some of the world's finest coral reef diving in the Red Sea — alongside the spiritual magnificence of Mount Sinai and the ancient Saint Catherine's Monastery. Alexandria — Egypt's Mediterranean city — enchants with its Greco-Roman heritage, legendary Library, and its relaxed cosmopolitan atmosphere along the Mediterranean corniche. Egypt is a destination of extraordinary depth, warmth, and discovery — a land where the ancient and the modern coexist in perfect and fascinating harmony.

What is an Egypt eVisa?

The Egypt eVisa is a fully digital travel authorisation issued by the Ministry of Interior of the Arab Republic of Egypt — operated through the official Egypt eVisa portal — visa2egypt.gov.eg. It is applied for entirely online — no embassy visit, no passport submission, and no in-person appointment required at any stage. The approved eVisa is delivered to the applicant's registered email address — must be downloaded, printed, and presented at Egyptian immigration upon arrival alongside the valid travel passport.

Is There a Sticker Visa for Egypt?

Yes — Egypt issues physical sticker visas through its Embassies and Consulates abroad — in addition to the fully digital eVisa system. For nationalities applying through the Egyptian Embassy or Consulate — or for those requiring visa categories not available through the eVisa portal — a physical sticker visa is issued and affixed into the passport.

Egypt offers three distinct entry options for international travellers:

Option 1 — eVisa (Fully Digital — Online Before Travel): Available to nationals of 75+ countries — applied for online through the official portal — visa2egypt.gov.eg — no embassy visit required. The approved eVisa is delivered by email as a PDF — must be printed and presented at Egyptian immigration. No sticker is placed in the passport at the time of application.

Option 2 — Sticker Visa (Egyptian Embassy or Consulate): For nationalities preferring or required to apply in person — the Egyptian Embassy or Consulate in the applicant's country of residence issues a physical sticker visa affixed into the passport. Processing: 5 to 7 working days. In the UAE — applications are submitted to the Egyptian Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Egyptian Consulate General in Dubai. In India — applications are processed through BLS International — the authorised visa application centre for Egypt in India — with BLS centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata.

Option 3 — Visa on Arrival (VOA): Available at major Egyptian airports including Cairo International, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Marsa Alam, Alexandria, and Luxor — for eligible nationalities. Fee: USD 30 — effective 1 March 2026 — payable in cash only — preferably in US Dollars. While convenient for last-minute travel, Rayna Tours strongly recommends applying for the eVisa online before travel to avoid airport queues and the risk of denied boarding.

Important Warning — Official eVisa Portal Only: For online applications — the only legitimate portal is visa2egypt.gov.eg — operated exclusively by the Egyptian Ministry of Interior. Rayna Tours submits all Egypt eVisa applications exclusively through this official government portal.

Four Entry Routes — Egypt

Route 1 — Visa Exemption (No Visa Required)

The following nationalities are fully visa-exempt and may enter Egypt without any visa for up to 90 days:

GCC Member States: UAE · Saudi Arabia · Bahrain · Kuwait · Oman · Qatar

UAE Nationals — Visa Free: UAE nationals may enter Egypt without any visa for up to 90 days — no application, no eVisa, and no fee required.

KSA Nationals — Visa Free: Saudi Arabian nationals may enter Egypt without any visa for up to 90 days — no application required.

Other Visa-Free Nationalities: A number of additional Arab nationalities are also visa-exempt — Rayna Tours will confirm based on the applicant's specific passport nationality.

Route 2 — eVisa (Online Application)

Available to nationals of 75+ countries — applied online through visa2egypt.gov.eg. Two eVisa types confirmed from the official Egypt eVisa portal:

Single Entry eVisa (Tourism):

• Valid for 90 days from date of issue
• One entry permitted — stay up to 30 days
• Fee: USD 30 — confirmed from official visa2egypt.gov.eg

Multiple Entry eVisa (Tourism):

• Valid for 180 days from date of issue
• Multiple entries — each stay up to 30 days
• Fee: USD 65 — confirmed from official visa2egypt.gov.eg

Route 3 — Sticker Visa (Embassy / BLS International)

For applicants in the UAE — submitted directly to the Egyptian Embassy in Abu Dhabi or the Egyptian Consulate General in Dubai — located at Khaled Bin Al Waleed Road, Bur Dubai. Physical sticker visa affixed into the passport upon approval.

For applicants in India — submitted through BLS International — the authorised Egypt visa application centre — available in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata. Physical sticker visa affixed into the passport upon approval.

Processing: 5 to 7 working days — subject to Embassy workload.

Route 4 — Visa on Arrival (VOA)

Available at major Egyptian airports — fee USD 30 effective 1 March 2026 — cash only. Rayna Tours strongly recommends the eVisa online for certainty and convenience.

Important — Sinai-Only Entry Stamp Travellers arriving at Sharm El Sheikh, Taba, Dahab, or Nuweiba may receive a free Sinai-only entry stamp valid for up to 15 days — however this stamp does NOT permit travel beyond the Sinai Peninsula. Any traveller wishing to visit Cairo, Luxor, Hurghada, or any other destination beyond Sinai must obtain a full Egypt visa before arrival.

Do You Need an Egypt Visa? — UAE, India & KSA

UAE Nationals — Visa Free: UAE nationals may enter Egypt without any visa for up to 90 days — no application required.

UAE Residents of Other Nationalities: Determined by the passport held — not UAE residency. Options available:

• eVisa — apply online through visa2egypt.gov.eg — recommended
• Sticker Visa — submit through Egyptian Embassy in Abu Dhabi or Egyptian Consulate General in Dubai

KSA Nationals — Visa Free: Saudi Arabian nationals may enter Egypt without any visa for up to 90 days.

KSA Residents of Other Nationalities: Determined by passport held. Apply for the Egypt eVisa online before travel.

Indian Nationals: India is on Egypt's eVisa eligible list. Indian nationals have two options:

• eVisa — apply online through visa2egypt.gov.eg — recommended — faster and no embassy visit required
• Sticker Visa — submit through BLS International centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, or Kolkata — physical sticker placed in passport upon approval

Entry Summary — Rayna's Three Markets

Permitted Activities

• Tourism, sightseeing, historical and cultural visits, leisure travel, and recreational activities
• Visiting family or friends
• Business meetings, conferences, and trade activities
• Red Sea diving, beach holidays, and resort stays

Not Permitted:

• Paid employment — a work visa is required
• Study — a student visa is required
• Any activity inconsistent with the declared purpose of visit

Important Entry Requirements

• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Egypt — with at least 2 blank pages for entry and exit stamps.
• The passport used to apply for the eVisa must be the same passport presented at Egyptian immigration — the eVisa is electronically linked to the passport number.
• eVisa must be printed and presented at Egyptian immigration — digital copies may not be accepted at all ports.
• Confirmed return or onward travel ticket.
• Proof of accommodation for the duration of stay.
• Apply for the eVisa at least 7 working days before travel — do not book non-refundable flights before approval.

Egypt Visa Submission Centres:

UAE Market:

• Egyptian Embassy — Abu Dhabi — for Abu Dhabi residents
• Egyptian Consulate General — Dubai — for Dubai and all other Emirates residents

India Market:

• Egyptian Embassy — New Delhi — 1/50 M, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi 110021
• Egyptian Consulate General — Mumbai — 101 Benhur Apartments, 32 Narayan Dabholkar Road, Mumbai 400006
• BLS International is confirmed as the outsourced visa application centre for Egypt in India — not VFS Global
• BLS centres in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata
• Sticker visa issued upon approval

KSA Market:

• Egyptian Embassy in Riyadh and Egyptian Consulate in Jeddah handle applications directly

Processing Time

• eVisa: 5 to 7 working days — apply at least 2 weeks before travel.
• Sticker Visa (Embassy): 5 to 7 working days — subject to Embassy workload.
• Visa on Arrival: Processed at the airport — cash USD 30 only.

General Disclaimer All visa decisions rest solely with the Ministry of Interior of the Arab Republic of Egypt. Rayna Tours acts as a professional visa assistance provider only. Possession of an approved eVisa or sticker visa does not guarantee entry — final entry is at the sole discretion of Egyptian immigration officials at the port of entry.