Work / Immigration visa · South Africa to Egypt

Work Visa and Permit

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: 60-120 business days
• Fee: Varies
• Entry: Single entry

Work visa requires entry visa, residence permit, and work permit. Employer must prove no qualified Egyptian residents available for the position. For stays longer than 90 days, residence visa required (renewable, valid up to 5 years). U.S. citizens must obtain work permits and business visas before arrival.

Eligibility

• Employment

  Must have confirmed employment offer from Egyptian employer. Employer must prove no qualified Egyptian nationals available for the position.

  Required status: Job offer from Egyptian employer

• Purpose of visit

  Employment and work activities in Egypt

  Includes

  • Full-time employment
  • contract work

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: 40x60 mm, white background, recent color photos

• Employment letter

  Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

  Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes

• Police clearance

  Countries required: Country of residence; Validity months: 6

• Medical certificate

  Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.

  Required tests: General health examination; Validity months: 3

• Academic transcript

  Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.

  Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: Yes

• Work contract

  Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.

  Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: Yes

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather work contract, educational qualifications, police clearance, and medical certificates

2. Appointment booking

   Schedule appointment at Egyptian embassy

3. Document submission

   Submit work visa application with all supporting documents and employer's invitation

4. Fee payment

   Pay visa application fee

5. Processing wait

   Wait for security checks and work permit approval from Egypt

6. Visa collection

   Collect passport with work visa

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.