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United Kingdom to Egypt visa requirements

UK ordinary passport holders need a visa for Egypt. The simplest route is the official eVisa (USD 30 single-entry) applied online before travel; visa on arrival (USD 30 cash) is also available at approved airports. British citizens travelling to Egypt for tourism normally require a visa. The recommended option is the official eVisa from visa2egypt.gov.eg; Egypt's official eVisa FAQ lists USD 30 for single-entry tourism and USD 65 for multiple-entry tourism. Tourist visas permit a stay of up to 30 days, and GOV.UK says tourist eVisas are valid for up to 3 months. A visa on arrival is also available at approved airports for USD 30 cash at kiosks before immigration. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date and have at least one blank page. Note one exception: if you arrive by air at Sharm El-Sheikh and stay for less than 15 days within the Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba resort zone, you receive a free entry stamp and do not need a visa; leaving the zone or staying longer requires a full visa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-21
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-21
Visa type
eVisa (online) — visa on arrival also available
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 30 (single) / USD 65 (multiple); VOA USD 30
consular fee only
Processing time
Apply at least 7 days before travel
standard track
Validity
Tourist eVisas are valid for up to 3 months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Ensure your UK passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival in Egypt and has at least one blank page.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
Apply on the official eVisa portal
Go to visa2egypt.gov.eg, create an account, and select the tourist eVisa (single or multiple entry). Avoid third-party agent sites that charge more.
· visa2egypt.gov.eg· .gov.eg only
/03
Upload documents and pay
Upload a scan of your passport bio page and a passport-style photo, then pay USD 30 (single) or USD 65 (multiple) by card.
· Bio page scan· Photo· Card payment
/04
Receive and print the eVisa
Apply at least 7 days before travel, then download and print the eVisa PDF once approved.
· Apply 7+ days ahead· Print PDF
/05
Enter Egypt within the validity window
Tourist eVisas are valid for up to 3 months; each tourist stay may not exceed 30 days.
· Up to 3 months· 30 days per stay
/06
Alternative: visa on arrival
If you prefer, buy a visa sticker at a bank kiosk before immigration at an approved airport for USD 30 in cash.
· USD 30 cash· Airport kiosk
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
United Kingdom -> Egypt · eVisa (online) — visa on arrival also available
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredUK 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 and printed eVisa (or funds for VOA)
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredDigital scan of passport bio page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredPassport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RecommendedConfirmed return or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedUSD cash for visa on arrival (if not using eVisa)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedTravel insurance covering Egypt
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
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 sourcesGOV.UK FCDO - Egypt travel advice: Entry requirements (updated 19 June 2026)Egypt Official e-Visa Portal FAQ (Ministry of Interior)Egypt Official e-Visa Portal (Ministry of Interior)
Application link included: Egypt Official e-Visa Portal FAQ (Ministry of Interior)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa single entryUSD 30Tourist eVisa; stay up to 30 days
eVisa multiple entryUSD 65Multiple-entry tourist eVisa; 30 days per stay
Visa on arrivalUSD 30Cash only, at approved airport bank kiosk before immigration
Sharm El-Sheikh resort entry permitUSD 0Free stamp for stays under 15 days in the Sinai resort zone
Total estimateUSD 0 — USD 65incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (online)
Apply 7+ days before travel
Apply at visa2egypt.gov.eg before travel; print the approved PDF. Recommended for a smooth arrival.
Visa on arrival
Same day at airport
Buy a USD 30 visa sticker at an approved airport bank kiosk before immigration; cash only.
Consulate (in person/post)
5-7 business days in person; 5-10 by post
Apply via the Egyptian Consulate General in London if you need a paper visa.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and Red Sea holidays
Sightseeing in Cairo, Luxor and Aswan, plus Red Sea diving and beach resorts.
High
/02
Sharm El-Sheikh resort breaks
Air arrivals to Sharm staying under 15 days in the Sinai resort zone enter visa-free.
High
/03
Visiting friends and relatives
Short social visits to family or friends living in Egypt.
Medium
/04
Nile cruises and cultural tours
Multi-stop guided itineraries along the Nile and ancient sites.
Medium
/05
Short business trips
Brief meetings or conferences (tourist eVisa may not suit all business activity).
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 United Kingdom to Egypt eVisa facts
Re-verified against GOV.UK FCDO, Egypt's official eVisa FAQ, and the Egyptian Consulate General in London: UK ordinary passport holders normally need a visa; official tourist eVisa fees are now USD 30 single / USD 65 multiple, visa on arrival is USD 30 cash at approved airports, and the Sharm/South Sinai resort exception remains for stays under 15 days.
2026-05-30
United Kingdom to Egypt route verified
Confirmed via GOV.UK and the official visa2egypt.gov.eg portal that UK ordinary passport holders need a visa, tourist visas cover stays up to 30 days, visa on arrival is available, and the Sinai/Sharm resort stay exception applies.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do UK citizens need a visa for Egypt?—
Yes. British ordinary passport holders need a visa for Egypt, except for air arrivals to Sharm El-Sheikh staying under 15 days within the Sinai resort zone, who get a free entry stamp.
Should I get an eVisa or a visa on arrival?+
How long can I stay?+
What is the official eVisa website?+
How long must my passport be valid?+
Can I visit Cairo or the pyramids on the Sharm visa-free stamp?+
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