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Germany to Egypt visa requirements

German passport holders need a visa for Egypt. The easiest route is the official e-Visa applied for online before travel; a tourist visa on arrival is also available. The current tourist fee is USD 30 for single entry or USD 65 for multiple entry. German ordinary passport holders require a visa to enter Egypt for tourism. The practical options are the official e-Visa obtained online before departure (recommended for a smoother arrival), a visa on arrival purchased at official bank counters before passport control, or a consular visa from an Egyptian mission before travel. The official Egypt e-Visa FAQ lists Germany as eligible and lists tourist fees of USD 30 for single entry and USD 65 for multiple entry; the German Foreign Office page dated 21.06.2026 also lists USD 30 for a single-entry visa on arrival and warns that fees can change at short notice. Passports must be valid for at least six months from arrival. Apply for the e-Visa before travel, wait for email approval, and carry the printed e-Visa, itinerary, and accommodation details. A special South Sinai resort-zone permission remains available for tourist stays of up to 15 days limited to Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba; it does not cover travel elsewhere in Egypt. The German Foreign Office also notes Egypt's phased move from paper arrival/departure cards to a digital entry system from February 2026 and stricter checks on the stated purpose of stay.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21
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 2026-06-21
Visa type
e-Visa (online) or visa on arrival
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 30 (single) / USD 65 (multiple)
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply online before travel; approval is sent by email; VOA issued at the border
standard track
Validity
Tourist e-Visa validity is shown on approval
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your German passport is valid for at least six months from your arrival date in Egypt and has at least one blank page.
· 6+ months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Choose e-Visa or visa on arrival
For the smoothest arrival, apply for the official e-Visa online before you travel. Alternatively, you can buy a visa on arrival at the airport bank counters.
· e-Visa recommended· VOA at airports
/03
Apply on the official e-Visa portal
Go to visa2egypt.gov.eg, create an account, select tourist single- or multiple-entry, upload your passport bio page and pay by card.
· visa2egypt.gov.eg· USD 30 / 65
/04
Receive and print the e-Visa
After approval by email, download and print the approved e-Visa from your account to carry with you.
· Print PDF· Email approval
/05
Enter Egypt and clear immigration
Present your passport and printed e-Visa, or buy a USD 30 single-entry sticker at an official bank counter before proceeding to passport control.
· Bank counter for VOA· Then passport control
/06
Observe your permitted stay
Do not overstay the 30-day limit. Extensions are possible at a Passport & Immigration office (Mogamma/local offices) if needed.
· Max 30 days· Extendable in-country
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Germany -> Egypt · e-Visa (online) or visa on arrival
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredGerman passport valid 6+ months from arrival
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
RequiredApproved e-Visa printout (or cash/card for VOA)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPassport bio-page scan for online e-Visa application
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedConfirmed return or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation / hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredUSD 30 (single) or USD 65 (multiple) for the visa fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
OptionalTwo biometric photos only if entering with German national ID instead of passport
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
optional
RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering Egypt
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
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.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesAuswärtiges Amt / German Embassy Cairo – Ägypten: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (Stand 21.06.2026)Egypt e-Visa Portal FAQ – Ministry of Interior (fees and eligible countries; accessed 2026-06-21)Egypt e-Visa Portal – How to Apply (accessed 2026-06-21)
Application link included: Egypt e-Visa Portal FAQ – Ministry of Interior (fees and eligible countries; accessed 2026-06-21)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-entry tourist e-Visa / VOAUSD 30Tourist visa, single entry
Multiple-entry tourist e-VisaUSD 65Tourist visa, multiple entries
South Sinai resort entry stampUSD 0Free, max 15 days, Sharm El Sheikh / Dahab / Nuweiba / Taba area only
Total estimateUSD 0 — USD 65incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

e-Visa (online)
Apply before travel; approval by email
Apply in advance on the official portal; recommended for a faster, smoother arrival.
Visa on arrival
Same day at the border
Buy a USD 30 single-entry sticker at official bank counters before passport control.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and sightseeing
Visiting the Pyramids, the Nile, Luxor, Aswan and Red Sea resorts is the most common reason German travellers go to Egypt.
High
/02
Beach and resort holidays
Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada and Marsa Alam are popular package-holiday destinations, often with the Sinai resort exemption.
High
/03
Diving and water sports
The Red Sea is a world-class diving destination drawing many German visitors.
Medium
/04
Cultural and historical tours
Guided trips to ancient temples, museums and archaeological sites.
Medium
/05
Visiting friends or short business trips
Family, invitation, business or other non-tourism visits should use the visa category and supporting documents matching the purpose of stay.
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
2026-06-21
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-21
Codex checked Germany to Egypt visa rules
Re-verified against the German Foreign Office page dated 21.06.2026, the official Egypt e-Visa FAQ and How to Apply pages, and the Egyptian Embassy in Germany. Confirmed Germans need a visa, Germany is e-Visa eligible, VOA remains available for tourism, the official tourist fees are now USD 30 single-entry and USD 65 multiple-entry, passport validity is six months from arrival, and the South Sinai 15-day limited-area permission still applies.
2026-05-30
Germany to Egypt route verified
Confirmed against the German Federal Foreign Office and the official Egypt e-Visa portal that German passport holders need a visa (e-Visa or visa on arrival), with the South Sinai resort exemption still in place; noted Egypt's phased rollout of a fully digital entry system from February 2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can German citizens get a visa on arrival in Egypt?—
Yes. German ordinary passport holders can buy a single-entry tourist visa on arrival for USD 30 at official bank counters before passing through passport control. Fees can change at short notice.
Is the e-Visa better than visa on arrival?+
How long can I stay in Egypt?+
Do I need a visa for Sharm El Sheikh?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
What is changing in 2026?+
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