Visas & Documents

Do I need an eSIM for Egypt and do I have to fill out an arrival card at the airport?

On arrival you fill out a simple entry card (you only need to write the first word of your hotel name), handed out in the crowd before passport control. Skip pre-purchased eSIMs since they can take a day to activate — better to buy a local SIM card at the airport instead.

1 source · 6 days ago

How much does an Egypt e-Visa cost, and is the fee refunded if the application is denied?

Traveler reports indicate that an Egypt e-Visa is typically about US$5 cheaper than the regular visa: if the visa costs US$30, the e-Visa may be around US$25. The application fee is reportedly non-refundable if the e-Visa is denied.

1 source · 17 days ago

What documents does a grandparent need to fly to Egypt with a grandchild without the parents?

You need the child's passport, original birth certificate, and a notarized parental consent (power of attorney) allowing travel abroad with the grandparent. Copies of the parents' passports aren't legally required, but some Russian border officers ask for them anyway — bring copies just in case.

1 source · today

What happens if your Egypt visa expires — is there a grace period?

Overstay begins at 00:01 on the day after your visa expires. You then have an additional 14-day grace period to depart Egypt.

2 sources · 11 days ago

How to get a plastic residence visa in Egypt and how long does it take?

You can apply for a plastic residence visa in Egypt without waiting 60 days if you get a 'residence till' stamp from Gawazat at the airport. Expedited processing costs $60 extra and delivers the card home in 10 days.

2 sources · 57 days ago

What documents does a child need to travel to Egypt?

A child needs an original birth certificate and a notarized consent from the other parent. If the father is not listed on the birth certificate, a notarized consent from the mother is required.

1 source · 2 days ago

Where to buy a visa on arrival at Egyptian airport and how much does it cost?

Egypt visa on arrival costs $30. Buy it at glass booths labeled 'Visa' or 'Bank' — located before passport control, on the right side.

1 source · 79 days ago

How to get an Egypt visa if e-visa is not available for your country?

If e-visa is unavailable for your country, apply in person at the Egyptian embassy or through a visa center. The plastic residence-style visa costs around $150 paid in Egyptian pounds.

1 source · 34 days ago