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United Arab Emirates to Egypt visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa for Egypt. Normal UAE passports are eligible for a tourist visa on arrival at the airport: single entry, up to 90 days, USD 25. UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa for Egypt, but normal UAE passports are eligible for a tourist visa on arrival at the airport. UAE MoFA lists normal UAE passports as Visa On Arrival for Egypt, with a single-entry tourism visa for up to 90 days costing USD 25 on arrival at the airport. Diplomatic, special, and official UAE passports are listed separately as visa-free. Egypt's official e-Visa portal also lists United Arab Emirates as eVisa-eligible, with a tourism single-entry eVisa costing USD 30 and a multiple-entry eVisa costing USD 65. Travelers using the normal tourist VOA route should carry a passport valid for at least six months, the USD 25 fee, proof of onward/return arrangements, and, if requested, accommodation and funds evidence. Expatriate residents of the UAE who hold a non-UAE passport must follow the visa rules of their own nationality. For longer or repeat travel, UAE MoFA also lists an optional 5-year multiple-entry consular visa for USD 700, allowing 90 days per entry.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18
Visa type
Visa on arrival (normal UAE passport); eVisa available
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days for tourism
per entry
Entries
Single entry on arrival
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 25 on arrival
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival at the airport; eVisa available in advance
standard track
Validity
Entry on a passport valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport category
This page covers normal UAE ordinary passports. UAE MoFA lists normal passports for Egypt as visa on arrival, while diplomatic, special and official passports are listed separately as visa-free.
· Normal passport· VOA
/02
Check passport validity
Your UAE passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of entry into Egypt. Make sure it has at least one blank page for the entry sticker or stamp.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/03
Choose VOA or eVisa
For the standard airport route, obtain the USD 25 single-entry tourist visa on arrival. If you prefer approval before travel, use Egypt's official eVisa portal; UAE is listed as eligible.
· USD 25 VOA· eVisa optional
/04
Prepare supporting documents
Carry a return or onward ticket, confirmed hotel/accommodation details and proof of sufficient funds. Immigration officers may ask to see these on arrival.
· Return ticket· Accommodation proof
/05
Pay and receive the visa on arrival
At the airport visa counter, pay USD 25 for the single-entry tourist visa on arrival, then proceed to passport control for entry processing.
· Airport VOA· USD 25
/06
Extend if needed
If you wish to stay longer than the granted period, apply for an extension at the local Egyptian passport/immigration (Mogamma or governorate) office before your authorized stay expires.
· Local immigration office· Before expiry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Egypt · Visa on arrival (normal UAE passport); eVisa available
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RequiredOrdinary UAE (Emirati) passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredPassport valid 6+ months beyond entry date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredUSD 25 cash/card funds for the airport visa on arrival
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RecommendedReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedConfirmed accommodation details
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
OptionalTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
ConditionalStay within 90-day limit (extend if needed)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
Official sourcesUAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Egypt travel updatesEgypt official e-Visa FAQ
Application link included: Egypt official e-Visa FAQ
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Airport visa on arrivalUSD 25Single-entry tourist visa on arrival for normal UAE passports; up to 90 days
Official Egypt eVisa - single entryUSD 30Optional advance application through Egypt's official eVisa portal
Official Egypt eVisa - multiple entryUSD 65Optional advance application through Egypt's official eVisa portal
5-year multiple-entry consular visaUSD 700Optional route listed by UAE MoFA; 90 days per entry
Stay extension (if applied for)VariesPaid locally at immigration office if extending beyond 90 days
Total estimateUSD 25 — USD 25incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Airport visa on arrival
At the airport
Normal UAE passport holders buy the USD 25 single-entry tourist visa on arrival, then clear passport control.
Official eVisa
Before travel
Optional advance route through Egypt's official eVisa portal; UAE is listed as eligible.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and leisure
Visiting the Pyramids, Nile cruises, Red Sea resorts (Hurghada, Sharm El-Sheikh) and Cairo cultural sites.
High
/02
Family and social visits
Visiting relatives, friends, or the large expatriate community in Egypt.
Medium
/03
Short business and meetings
Attending meetings, conferences or exploratory business trips within the visa-free window.
Medium
/04
Medical and wellness travel
Short medical consultations or wellness stays at Egyptian facilities.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-18 · major
Egypt normal-passport VOA corrected
Changed the normal UAE passport verdict from visa-free to visa on arrival based on UAE MoFA Egypt guidance; added official Egypt eVisa fees and kept diplomatic/special/official passport visa-free treatment separate.
2026-05-30
United Arab Emirates to Egypt route verified
Previously treated normal UAE passports as visa-free; superseded by current UAE MoFA guidance listing normal passports as visa on arrival.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UAE citizens need a visa for Egypt?—
Yes for normal UAE passports, but the standard tourist route is visa on arrival at the airport: single entry, up to 90 days, USD 25. UAE diplomatic, special and official passports are listed separately as visa-free by UAE MoFA.
How long can I stay in Egypt on the tourist VOA?+
Does this apply to expats living in the UAE?+
What passport validity do I need?+
Is there any entry fee on arrival?+
Can I apply online instead?+
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