How to get a visa on arrival at Hurghada airport (price and where to pay)

One traveler paid for two visas using two 50€ notes (100€ total) and received 46€ change — effectively about 27€ per visa, with no issues regarding old or new bill versions.

Some travelers get lured by people offering a 'no queue' visa for $32 instead of the official $30 — the correct option is to queue at the actual bank window.

The official visa price at the bank window is confirmed as $30 per passport by several travelers who queued there.

Bring dollars or euros for the visa fee — old-style pre-1997 US dollar bills may be refused, so newer dollars or euros are safer.

Change from the visa payment is often given in Egyptian pounds or euros instead of dollars — this is normal and can be used later for food, pharmacy purchases, or tips.

When several flights land at once, long lines form at the visa window, which can be tough for families with young kids — be ready to wait.