Egypt
General visa requirements for travelling to Egypt. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Business visa (Business Embassy Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 7-14 business days
- Fee
- Varies by nationality
- Entry
- Single entry
For nationals not eligible for e-Visa or visa on arrival. Must apply at Egyptian embassy or consulate.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Business activities including meetings, conferences, and commercial negotiations
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 40x60 mm, white background, recent color photos
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or accommodation confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Two copies of invitation letter from Egyptian company/organization on letterhead, stamped and signed
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Business Visa Application Form; Form url: Contact nearest Egyptian embassy
How to apply
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Document gathering
Gather all required documents including invitation letter and employment verification
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at nearest Egyptian embassy or consulate
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Document submission
Submit application and documents at embassy
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Fee payment
Pay visa application fee
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing and approval from Cairo
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa from embassy
Business visa (Business e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 30 days
- Processing time
- 5-7 business days
- Fee
- $25 USD
- Validity
- 90 days from issue date
- Entry
- Single entry
Business e-Visa for business meetings, conferences, and commercial activities. Requires invitation letter from Egyptian business partner.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Business meetings, conferences, commercial negotiations, and trade activities
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: 40x60 mm, white background, recent color photo
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: Yes; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No
-
Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel reservation or host accommodation confirmation; Must cover full stay: Yes
-
Invitation letter
Host requirements: Invitation from Egyptian business partner on company letterhead, stamped and signed, including traveler's name, passport details, purpose and duration of trip
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Egypt e-Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa2egypt.gov.eg
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit or debit card; Amount: $25 USD
How to apply
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Online application
Complete business e-Visa application online
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Document gathering
Gather passport copy, photo, invitation letter from Egyptian business, and employment letter
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Fee payment
Pay business e-Visa fee
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing
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Visa collection
Download and print approved e-Visa