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Egypt e-Visa Types - Choose the Right Visa for Your Trip

Types of Egypt e-Visas

Egypt offers several types of electronic visas to accommodate different travel purposes. Understanding the differences between these visa types will help you select the most appropriate one for your trip to Egypt. Each visa type has specific validity periods, permitted activities, and entry conditions.

Single-Entry Tourist e-Visa

The Single-Entry Tourist e-Visa is designed for travelers visiting Egypt for tourism purposes. This visa allows you to enter Egypt once during its validity period.

Validity Period: 90 days from the date of issuance
Maximum Stay: 30 days from the date of entry
Number of Entries: Single entry only
Processing Time: 3-7 business days (standard), 24-48 hours (expedited)
Cost: $25 USD (standard processing)

Permitted Activities:

  • Tourism and sightseeing
  • Visiting friends and family
  • Short-term recreational courses
  • Medical treatment (for stays less than 30 days)
This visa type is ideal for travelers planning a single visit to Egypt for vacation or tourism purposes.

Multiple-Entry Tourist e-Visa

The Multiple-Entry Tourist e-Visa allows travelers to enter Egypt multiple times during the visa's validity period. This is ideal for those planning to visit Egypt several times or those who need to exit and re-enter the country during their stay.

Validity Period: 180 days from the date of issuance
Maximum Stay: 30 days per entry, up to 90 days total
Number of Entries: Multiple entries allowed
Processing Time: 3-7 business days (standard), 24-48 hours (expedited)
Cost: $60 USD (standard processing)

Permitted Activities:

  • Tourism and sightseeing
  • Visiting friends and family
  • Short-term recreational courses
  • Medical treatment
  • Short business meetings (not employment)
This visa type is perfect for travelers who plan to visit neighboring countries and return to Egypt, or those who make frequent trips to Egypt within a 6-month period.

Business e-Visa

The Business e-Visa is designed for travelers visiting Egypt for business-related activities such as meetings, conferences, or exploring business opportunities. This visa is available in both single-entry and multiple-entry formats.

Validity Period: 90 days (single-entry) or 180 days (multiple-entry) from the date of issuance
Maximum Stay: 30 days per entry
Number of Entries: Single or multiple, depending on the visa type
Processing Time: 3-7 business days (standard), 24-48 hours (expedited)
Cost: $25 USD (single-entry) or $60 USD (multiple-entry)

Permitted Activities:

  • Business meetings and conferences
  • Trade fairs and exhibitions
  • Contract negotiations
  • Site visits and business exploration
  • Short-term training or workshops
The Business e-Visa does not permit employment or paid work in Egypt. For employment purposes, a separate work permit and residence visa are required.

Transit e-Visa

The Transit e-Visa is for travelers who are passing through Egypt on their way to another destination. This visa allows for a short stay in Egypt during your transit.

Validity Period: 30 days from the date of issuance
Maximum Stay: Up to 7 days
Number of Entries: Single entry only
Processing Time: 3-5 business days (standard), 24 hours (expedited)
Cost: $15 USD (standard processing)

Requirements:

  • Confirmed onward ticket to a third country
  • Valid visa for the final destination (if required)
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
The Transit e-Visa is perfect for travelers with layovers in Egypt who wish to leave the airport and explore nearby attractions before continuing their journey.

How to Choose the Right Visa Type

When selecting the appropriate Egypt e-Visa for your trip, consider the following factors:

Purpose of Your Visit

Determine whether you're traveling for tourism, business, or transit purposes. This is the primary factor in selecting the right visa type.

  • For vacation, sightseeing, or visiting friends/family: Tourist e-Visa
  • For business meetings, conferences, or trade shows: Business e-Visa
  • For passing through Egypt to another destination: Transit e-Visa

Length of Stay

Consider how long you plan to stay in Egypt:

  • For stays up to 30 days: Single-Entry Tourist or Business e-Visa
  • For stays up to 7 days during transit: Transit e-Visa
  • For multiple short stays totaling up to 90 days: Multiple-Entry Tourist or Business e-Visa

Number of Entries Required

Determine if you'll need to enter Egypt multiple times during your trip:

  • For a single visit without leaving: Single-Entry e-Visa
  • For multiple entries (e.g., if you plan to visit neighboring countries and return): Multiple-Entry e-Visa

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Visa Comparison

Visa Type Entries Stay Cost
Tourist (Single) 1 30 days $25
Tourist (Multiple) Multiple 90 days $60
Business (Single) 1 30 days $25
Business (Multiple) Multiple 90 days $60
Transit 1 7 days $15

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