Visas & Documents

Can travelers join an Egypt-to-Israel excursion with a passport issued in the Donetsk region?

Entry cannot be guaranteed: Israeli border authorities decide each case individually, and screening can be lengthy, including checks of phones and personal belongings.

1 source · 9 days ago

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 · 61 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 · 72 days ago

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

According to grandparents who flew to Egypt with their grandchildren (June 2026), you take the child's passport, the original birth certificate and a notarized power of attorney (consent) from the parents allowing the child to travel abroad with the grandparent. In their words, these documents are checked by Russian border control on departure, while in Egypt nobody looks at them. Opinions differ on copies of the parents' passports: some never took them, others were asked for them at border control, so many bring copies just in case. Exit requirements depend on the country you depart from, so confirm the exact list with its border service.

1 source · 54 days ago

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 · 8 days ago

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

Based on participants' experience in summer 2026, you can apply for a plastic residence visa in Egypt without waiting 60 days: take your airport visa to the Gawazat immigration office and ask for a dated "residence till" stamp. The plastic visa is granted for 5–6 months including the wait, which takes about two months; expedited processing costs an extra US$60, with home delivery in about 10 days. Confirm the rules with Gawazat.

2 sources · 91 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 · 57 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 · 134 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 · 88 days ago