Egypt Visa Guide 2025: How to Get a Tourist Visa and Enter Egypt
Egypt is one of the world’s top travel destinations, attracting millions of visitors each year with its rich history, ancient monuments, and stunning landscapes. To enter Egypt, most travelers need a visa, either obtained before arrival or upon arrival, depending on nationality.
This guide by Book Egypt Travel explains everything you need to know about Egypt visas, how to obtain them, visa types, and the best ways to enter the country.
How to Obtain a Visa to Egypt
All visitors to Egypt must:
- Hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry.
- Obtain a visa unless your nationality is exempt.
- Apply for a visa at an Egyptian embassy or consulate, or, if eligible, purchase a visa on arrival at certain entry points.
Types of Egypt Visas
Egypt offers three main types of visas:
1. Entry Visa
- Valid for one month
- For travelers entering without a pre-purchased visa
2. Transit Visa
- For travelers passing through Egypt for a short period
3. Tourist Visa
- Valid for up to three months
- Available as single or multiple entries
- Most tourists obtain this visa through an embassy, consulate, or visa on arrival (for eligible nationalities)
Can You Extend a Tourist Visa?
Yes. A tourist visa can be extended through government offices such as Mogamma in Cairo or other official visa centers in major cities.
- There is a two-week grace period after expiration to extend the visa without fines.
- Extensions beyond the grace period may incur penalties.
How to Travel to Egypt
1. By Air (Most Common)
Most visitors arrive in Egypt by air. International flights land at:
- Cairo International Airport
- Sharm El Sheikh Airport
- Hurghada Airport
Travelers from eligible countries can purchase a one-month visa on arrival for $25 USD. Other nationalities must obtain a visa before traveling.
Eligible nationalities for visa on arrival:
Australia, Canada, Croatia, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Macedonia, South Korea, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine
2. Overland Entry
Taba Border (Israel → Sinai)
- A Sinai-Only Visa is available for eligible nationalities, valid within the Sinai Peninsula.
- For full access to Egypt, a visa must be obtained from an Egyptian consulate before entry.
Important fees:
- $25 exit fee from Israel
- $12.50 entrance fee in Egypt (in addition to visa cost)
Rafah Border (Gaza)
- Currently closed for tourist entry
3. By Sea
Ferry travel is mostly limited to Aqaba (Jordan) → Nuweiba (Sinai).
- Fast ferry: $75 USD, approx. 1 hour
- Slow ferry: $65 USD, timing varies
- Vehicles can be transported for an additional fee
Visa on arrival at Nuweiba:
- One-month full visa for eligible nationalities: $25
- Sinai-Only visa for 2 weeks: free
- Other nationalities must arrange a visa beforehand
Plan Your Trip With Book Egypt Travel
Book Egypt Travel makes obtaining a visa and traveling to Egypt easy. Our services include:
- Guidance on visa requirements and applications
- Assistance with airport transfers and arrival procedures
- Custom Egypt tour packages
- Nile cruises and Red Sea vacations
- Shore excursions for cruise passengers
Travel confidently and enjoy Egypt with the support of our expert team.
