🇪🇬Egypt

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Egypt to Italy visa requirements

Q: Do Egyptians need ETIAS for Italy?

No. ETIAS (expected late 2026) applies only to visa-exempt nationalities. Because Egyptians need a full Schengen visa, ETIAS does not apply to them.

Q: How long can I stay in Italy on this visa?

A Schengen Type C visa permits up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the entire 29-country Schengen Area.

Q: How much does the Italy Schengen visa cost for Egyptians?

The standard adult visa fee is EUR 90, plus a VFS Global service fee of roughly EUR 30-40. Children 6-11 pay EUR 45; under 6 are free.

Q: Where do Egyptians apply for the Italy visa?

Applications are submitted through the VFS Global Italy visa centers in Cairo or Alexandria, with an in-person appointment for biometrics.

Q: How early should I apply?

Apply at least 3 weeks before travel; standard processing is about 15 calendar days but can reach 30-45 days in peak season, so 1-3 months ahead is safer.

Egyptian ordinary passport holders need a Schengen Type C short-stay visa to visit Italy for tourism. There is no visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or eVisa option, and ETIAS does NOT apply to Egyptians because ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities. Apply in advance through VFS Global in Egypt before traveling. Egypt is on the EU's Schengen visa-required (Annex I) list, so Egyptian nationals must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before traveling to Italy for tourism. The visa is applied for through the Italian-accredited visa center VFS Global, with offices in Cairo and Alexandria. Applicants attend in person to give biometrics (10 fingerprints + photo), submit a documented file (passport, photos, travel insurance, flights, hotel/invitation, bank statements, proof of employment), and pay the standard €90 Schengen visa fee plus a VFS service fee. The Type C visa allows a maximum stay of 90 days within any rolling 180-day period across the 29-country Schengen Area. Italy is a full Schengen member, so the 90/180 rule applies. ETIAS (expected late 2026) is irrelevant for Egyptians: it covers only visa-exempt nationalities, whereas Egyptians require a full visa. Standard processing is roughly 15 calendar days at the Cairo office (about 20 at Alexandria) but can extend to 30-45 days in peak season, so applicants should apply 3+ weeks (ideally several months) before travel. As of 2026, the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) registers biometrics at the border, but this does not change the visa requirement for Egyptian nationals.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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 2026-05-30

Visa type

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), uniform Schengen visa

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day period

per entry

Entries

Single, double, or multiple entry (as granted)

from issue date

Visa fee

EUR 90 (visa fee) + VFS Global service fee

consular fee only

Processing time

~15 calendar days (Cairo); up to 30-45 days in peak season

standard track

Validity

Per visa sticker; can be issued for the trip dates or longer multiple-entry validity

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm visa type and route

Egyptian passport holders need a Schengen Type C tourist visa for Italy. Italy must be your main destination (longest stay) or first point of entry to apply at the Italian center.

· Type C· Tourism

/02

Book a VFS Global appointment

Create your application on the Italian visa portal and book a biometric appointment at the VFS Global Italy center in Cairo or Alexandria.

· VFS Global· Cairo / Alexandria

/03

Assemble your document file

Gather passport, photos, travel medical insurance, round-trip flight reservation, hotel booking or invitation letter, bank statements, and proof of employment/ties.

· Documents

/04

Attend in person for biometrics

Go to the appointment to submit documents and give biometrics (10 fingerprints + photo). First-time applicants must appear in person.

· Biometrics

/05

Pay fees

Pay the EUR 90 Schengen visa fee plus the VFS Global service fee at submission.

· EUR 90 + service fee

/06

Wait and collect your passport

Track the application; processing is about 15 calendar days but can take up to 30-45 in peak season. Collect the passport with the visa sticker.

· ~15 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Egypt -> Italy · Schengen short-stay visa (Type C), uniform Schengen visa

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid at least 3 months beyond intended departure from Schengen, with 2+ blank pages, issued within last 10 years

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and signed Schengen visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredTwo recent biometric passport photos (white background, no border)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredTravel medical insurance covering minimum EUR 30,000 valid across Schengen

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRound-trip flight reservation / confirmed itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredHotel booking for the full stay OR an invitation letter from a host in Italy

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredBank statements for the last 6 months (translated where required) proving sufficient funds

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

required

RecommendedProof of employment / business / studies and ties to Egypt

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

RequiredBiometrics (10 fingerprints + photo) given in person at VFS

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RecommendedDocuments in Arabic translated into Italian/English and legalized where required

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

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 sourcesVFS Global - Italy Visa Information for Egypt Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Visa Portal (vistoperitalia.esteri.it)Consolato Generale d'Italia - Tourism (Schengen/short-term visa)

Application link included: VFS Global - Italy Visa Information for Egypt

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Schengen visa fee (adult)EUR 90Standard short-stay visa fee; reduced EUR 45 for children 6-11; free under 6

VFS Global service fee~EUR 30-40Per-applicant service charge paid to the visa center (varies)

Travel medical insurance~EUR 20-50Mandatory min EUR 30,000 coverage; cost depends on trip length

Optional add-on servicesVariablePremium lounge, courier, SMS, photocopy services charged separately

Total estimateEUR 110 — EUR 180incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing

~15 calendar days (Cairo)

Normal Schengen processing once a complete file with biometrics is submitted; apply at least 3 weeks ahead.

Peak-season / complex cases

Up to 30-45 days

During high travel periods or where additional checks are needed; apply 1-3 months early.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Egypt is on the Schengen visa-required (Annex I) list

Egyptian nationals must hold a visa to enter the Schengen Area, including Italy, for any short stay.

High

/02

No visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or eVisa channel exists

There is no waiver agreement; the only legal short-stay route is a Schengen Type C visa applied for in advance.

High

/03

ETIAS does not apply to Egyptians

ETIAS (launching late 2026) covers only visa-exempt nationalities; visa-required Egyptians still need a full Schengen visa.

Medium

/04

Biometrics required in person

First-time and most applicants must appear at VFS to give fingerprints and a photo, adding an appointment step.

Medium

/05

Peak-season processing delays

Summer and holiday peaks can push processing well beyond 15 days, risking missed travel dates.

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

2026-05-30 · major

Egypt to Italy route verified

Confirmed via Italian consular (esteri.it) and VFS Global sources that Egyptian ordinary passport holders require a Schengen Type C visa for Italy; ETIAS does not apply. Fee EUR 90 plus VFS service fee; ~15-day processing.

/09 — The questions