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How do I fill out a visa application for Egypt?

When completing a visa application for Egypt, usually requires supplying personal details, trip information, and relevant paperwork based on the specific visa category you are seeking.

Applying for an Egypt Visa Online (e-Visa)

Applying for an Egypt e-Visa needs to be done at least seven days before your planned travel date. The application process must be completed on our website.

  • Register for an account and you will be sent a confirmation code to your email.
  • Provide the necessary travel details such as visa type, arrival and departure dates, and more.
  • Upload a scanned copy of your passport.
  • Complete the payment for the Egypt e-Visa using a credit or debit card.
  • Wait for the processing of the visa to be completed.

Once your Egypt eVisa gets approved, you will be issued an electronic visa that needs to be printed and presented at the entry point in Egypt.

When traveling to Egypt, you should ensure to carry the following:

  • A passport is valid for at least six more months,
  • The printed Egypt e-Visa,
  • A travel itinerary,
  • Hotel reservation or a tour agenda, if traveling as a tourist,
  • A letter of invitation from a host or a company/organization in Egypt, if applicable.

Applying for an Egypt Visa at an Embassy or Consulate

If you do not qualify for an Egypt Visa On Arrival or online, and you are not exempt from Egypt visa requirements, you must apply for a visa through an Egyptian embassy or consulate in your country or a neighboring country.

The specific visa application process varies depending on which country's embassy or consulate you submit your visa application to. Nevertheless, here is a general overview of the Egypt visa application process:

  • Please reach out to the Egyptian embassy or consulate and schedule an appointment.
  • Fill out the Egypt Visa Application Form, which can be obtained from the embassy/consulate offices.
  • Collect all the necessary documents.
  • Submit the Egypt visa fee*.
  • Present the documents and application at the Egyptian embassy/consulate. Please confirm the submission process with them, as some offices may require you to submit the documents in person, while others may accept submissions by mail.
  • Await the visa processing.
  • Retrieve your passport with the affixed visa, if the application is approved, either in person or by mail.

For the payment of the visa fee, you might need to make the payment before applying via bank transfer or in cash at the visa counter at the embassy/consulate. It's important to verify the exact visa fee requirements with the Egyptian embassy or consulate. Below is a breakdown of Egypt visa fees.

An interview may be requested by the consulate/embassy if they deem it necessary.

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