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Egyptian Egypt Tourist Visa (e-Visa)

Egypt's electronic visa for tourism, issued as a single-entry or multiple-entry visa and applied for online in advance through the official Egypt e-Visa Portal.

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The e-Visa validity period and the maximum length of stay permitted per entry are not stated on the Egypt e-Visa Portal pages reviewed (visa2egypt.gov.eg FAQ / How Do I Apply / Home); commonly cited figures of a 3-month validity and a 30-day stay were not confirmed on an official page, so verify these figures before publishing them.

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.
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Official name
Tourist e-Visa
Route type
Tourist visa
Number of entries
Single-entry or multiple-entry
The Tourism Visa is issued for single or multiple entries to nationals who require a visa to enter Egypt.
Cost
US$30 (single entry) / US$65 (multiple entries)
Tourism visa fees stated on the Egypt e-Visa Portal FAQ, collected online by credit/debit card.
Passport validity
Valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
Where to apply
Online at the Egypt e-Visa Portal (visa2egypt.gov.eg)
When to apply
At least 7 days before your departure

Who can apply

  • Travellers visiting Egypt for tourism or sightseeing
  • Nationals who require a visa and are eligible to use the Egypt e-Visa Portal

What you can do

  • Visit Egypt for tourism and sightseeing

Requirements

  • Hold a nationality that requires a visa to enter Egypt and is eligible to use the Egypt e-Visa Portal
  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Egypt
  • A Visa card, MasterCard or other debit card to pay the visa fee online
  • Apply through the portal at least 7 days before your departure

How to apply

  • Create an account on the Egypt e-Visa Portal and confirm your registration
  • Log in and select 'Apply Now'
  • Choose the tourism visa type (single or multiple entry) and read the instructions
  • Complete the application form
  • Pay the visa fee using a Visa card, MasterCard or other debit card
  • Wait for approval by email, then download and print the e-Visa from your account
  • Present the printed e-Visa to the immigration officer at the port of entry

Documents you may need

  • Your printed e-Visa
  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
  • Your travel itinerary
  • Hotel bookings or details of where you will be staying

Frequently asked questions

  • The Egypt e-Visa Portal states a tourism visa fee of US$30 for a single entry and US$65 for multiple entries, paid online by credit or debit card.

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.

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