Visa requirements

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.

Transit visa (Transit Visa - Medium (6-48 hours))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 2 days
• Processing time: 7 business days
• Fee: Varies
• Entry: Single entry

For transit of 6-48 hours, travelers may leave the airport and visit surrounding areas. Transit visa must be applied for in advance at Egyptian embassy or consulate (cannot be issued on arrival). Processing takes up to 7 working days.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Transit through Egypt with layover between 6 and 48 hours

  Includes

  • Airport layover with city visit option

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Transit Visa Application; Form url: Contact Egyptian embassy

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Prepare passport, onward flight tickets showing entry and exit from Egypt

2. Appointment booking

   Book appointment at Egyptian embassy or consulate

3. Document submission

   Submit transit visa application with proof of onward travel

4. Fee payment

   Pay transit visa fee

5. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing

6. Visa collection

   Collect passport with transit visa

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Transit visa (Transit Visa - Short (under 6 hours))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa free

• Maximum stay: 1 days
• Fee: Free
• Entry: Single entry

If transit is less than 6 hours, no transit visa required, but travelers cannot leave the airport.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Airport transit without leaving international zone

  Includes

  • Transit connection under 6 hours

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

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Transit visa (Free Transit Visa - EGYPTAIR (8-96 hours))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa on arrival

• Maximum stay: 4 days
• Fee: Free
• Entry: Single entry

EGYPTAIR offers free transit visa for 8 hours to 96 hours (4 days), available upon arrival at Cairo International Airport by filling out a form at the EGYPTAIR Transit Office. This special program allows transit passengers to explore Cairo during their layover.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Transit through Cairo International Airport on EGYPTAIR with layover between 8 and 96 hours

  Includes

  • EGYPTAIR transit with Cairo city access

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Ensure valid passport and confirmed EGYPTAIR onward flight

2. Document submission

   Fill out data form at EGYPTAIR Transit Office at Cairo International Airport

3. Visa collection

   Receive free transit visa

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.