Government News
1 . Egypt urges nationals to abide by Schengen travel rules
Egypt has urged its nationals willing to travel to any of the Schengen member states...
2 . Why it’s going to get easier for many travellers to visit Egypt
Travellers from 46 countries may find it a bit easier to visit Egypt as the country introduces a new e-Visa service.
3 . Egypt introduces electronic tourist visas for the first time - joining Turkey and India
EGYPT has introduced electronic visas for tourists to purchase before travelling; it is great news for British tourists who can now apply online just a week before the trip.
4 . Egypt aiming for 'seamless' travel with new e-visa system
The Egyptian government said it wanted to simplify travel and speed up waits at border control, offering an alternative to applications upon arrival or through the Egyptian Consulate prior to travel.
5 . Travellers can now enroll with Egypt's Electronic Travel Authorization
Tourism is an essential source of income in Egypt, the country is in fact considered the oldest tourist destination in the world. Earlier this year, the Egyptian Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Yasser al-Qady disclosed their plans to implement an electronic visa system in order to increase border control and national security. This is a sign of Egypt’s desire to welcome visitors while making the country safer.
6 . Electronic Visa System For Egypt to be launched later this year
March saw the announcement from the Egyptian Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Yasser al-Qady that Egypt would be joining a growing list of countries from around the world who have implemented a new electronic visa system to improve border controls.