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Egypt visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Egypt? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Northern Africa | Continent: Africa

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9Visa-free
5eVisa
114Visa on arrival
70Visa required

Egypt entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 9 can enter Egypt visa-free (most commonly for up to 180 days) and 114 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 5 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure and 70 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

123 of 198 passports can travel to Egypt without arranging anything before departure.

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Egypt entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Egypt
United States of AmericaVisa on arrival
United KingdomVisa on arrival
CanadaVisa on arrival
AustraliaVisa on arrival
GermanyVisa on arrival
FranceVisa on arrival
IndiaeVisa
ChinaVisa on arrival
NigeriaVisa required
South AfricaVisa on arrival
BrazilVisa on arrival
PhilippinesVisa required

Egypt visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Egypt.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa05048
Asia920220
Europe04230
North America02102
Oceania01400
South America01200

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 9
eVisa 5
Visa on arrival 114
Visa required 70

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Egypt?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 9 can enter visa-free, 114 can get a visa on arrival, 5 need an eVisa and 70 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Egypt without a visa?

9 passports have visa-free access to Egypt, including United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Hong Kong, Macau, Bahrain, Kuwait and others. The most common visa-free stay is 180 days.

Does Egypt offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 114 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Egypt eVisa online?

5 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Egypt. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do African passport holders need a visa for Egypt?

Of 53 passports from Africa, 5 can enter Egypt visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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