Student Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 14-30 business days
- Fee
- Varies by nationality
- Entry
- Single entry
No Egyptian consulate outside Egypt can issue a student visa. International students must first apply for a tourist visa to enter Egypt, then convert it to a student visa after arrival. Student visa allows part-time work (up to 20 hours per week during academic term, full-time during breaks).
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Full-time study at recognized Egyptian educational institution
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Financial
Must demonstrate financial capacity to cover tuition fees and living costs
Minimum funds: Sufficient for duration of study
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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Bank statement
Minimum balance: Sufficient to cover tuition and living expenses; Months required: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes
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Proof of enrollment
Provide proof of enrolment or admission from the school, university or training provider.
Must be current: Yes; Must be original: Yes
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain admission letter from Egyptian educational institution and gather financial documents
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Online application
First obtain tourist e-Visa or visa on arrival to enter Egypt
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Fee payment
Pay tourist visa fee initially
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Document submission
After arrival in Egypt, submit student visa application to immigration authorities with admission letter and supporting documents
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Processing wait
Wait for student visa conversion processing
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Visa collection
Receive student visa/residence permit