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Visa requirements for Egypt

Who can enter Egypt, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of September 4, 2026.

Passport holders from 76 countries can enter Egypt without a visa in advance. 0 have full visa-free access; 76 more can get a visa on arrival or use an electronic travel authorisation. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

0 visa-free
76 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
173 visa required

Visa on arrival

76 nationalities

Visa required in advance

173 nationalities

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Egypt

Egypt, officially the Arab Republic of Egypt, is a country spanning the northeast corner of Africa and southwest corner of Asia via the Sinai Peninsula. It is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Palestine and Israel to the northeast, the Red Sea to the east, Sudan and the Sahara to the south, and Libya to the west. The Gulf of Aqaba in the northeast separates Egypt from Jordan and Saudi Arabia. Cairo is the capital, largest city, and leading cultural centre, while Alexandria is the second-largest city and an important hub of industry and tourism. With over 107 million inhabitants, Egypt is the most populous country in the Arab world, third-most populous country in Africa, and 15th-most populated in the world.

CapitalCairo

RegionNorthern Africa

Population118.4M

Area1,002,450 km²

CurrencyEgyptian pound

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+20

Tourist arrivals13M (2019)

Climate in Cairo

Warmest August, coolest January, driest May.

January to December mean temp, Open-Meteo (2020)

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