Family visas
Egyptian Family and Dependant Residence
Residence for the spouse and children of a foreign resident or work-permit holder, and the naturalisation route for a foreign spouse of an Egyptian.
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Dependant residence validity, fees and the waiting period for foreign-spouse naturalisation are not confirmed on an official page reviewed here; the two-year waiting period sometimes cited should be verified with the MFA before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Egypt government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Family / dependant residence permit (and foreign-spouse naturalisation via MFA)
- Route type
- Dependent residence tied to a sponsor's status
- Validity
- Generally aligned to the primary holder's residence or work permit
- Exact dependant validity is not confirmed on an official government page reviewed here.
Who it is for
- Spouses and children of foreign nationals holding a valid Egyptian residence or work permit
- The foreign wife of an Egyptian national seeking to acquire Egyptian nationality
Requirements
- Valid passport for each family member
- Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificates)
- Evidence of the sponsor's valid residence or work permit
- For foreign-spouse naturalisation: a valid marriage to an Egyptian and a continuing marital relationship
How to apply
- Dependants complete the residence procedure with the Ministry of Interior alongside or after the primary holder
- A foreign wife of an Egyptian applies to acquire nationality through the MFA / Egyptian consulate; the marital relationship must remain valid throughout the process
- Both spouses may be required to appear at the consulate periodically to confirm the marriage continues
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.