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Single Entry Tourist Visa (تأشيرة سياحية لدخول واحد)
VisasEgyptSingle Entry Tourist Visa (تأشيرة سياحية لدخول واحد)
EgyptEgypt•Africa
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Single Entry Tourist Visa (تأشيرة سياحية لدخول واحد)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

$25 USD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

30 days

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Overview

Standard single-entry visa for tourism purposes allowing a stay of up to 30 days, available at Egyptian embassies or as visa on arrival.

The Single Entry Tourist Visa is a foundational component of Egypt's border management, long established to facilitate international tourism by providing a straightforward entry permit for short-term visitors. It fills the gap for travelers who do not require complex residency or work authorization, offering a reliable, standardized mechanism for entry at major ports or via diplomatic missions. This visa is designed to support the country's tourism sector by ensuring that entry requirements remain accessible and efficient for the vast majority of leisure travelers arriving for vacations or cultural exploration.

This visa is intended for international tourists from qualifying countries who intend to visit Egypt for a single, continuous stay of up to 30 days. It is ideal for travelers on standard holiday itineraries, such as Nile cruises or resort stays, who do not plan to leave and re-enter the country during their trip. Its distinctiveness lies in its simplicity and immediate availability at major Egyptian airports, making it the most common choice for visitors seeking a hassle-free, short-term entry permit for leisure purposes.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Touristic Residence Permit Extension
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Touristic Residence Permit Extension

Validity1-3 months
Processing24 to 72 hours
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Work Residency Permit (تصريح إقامة عمل)
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Work Residency Permit (تصريح إقامة عمل)

Validity1 year
Processing1–3 months
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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of arrival

Must be a citizen of a country qualifying for visa issuance

Purpose of visit must be tourism

Must have sufficient funds for the duration of the stay

Must have a return or onward travel ticket

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed and signed visa application form

Original passport with at least one blank visa page

Recent passport-sized photograph (white background)

Copy of passport information page

Proof of travel itinerary and lodging information

Application Process

1

Prepare documents: Gather valid passport and proof of accommodation

2

Complete online form: Fill application at visa2egypt.gov.eg with personal and travel details

3

Upload documents: Upload scanned passport information page

4

Pay fee: Pay USD 25 using credit or debit card

5

Receive approval: Receive e-Visa via email within 48-72 hours

Application Forms

Go to application portal
Tourist e-Visa Application—
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