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Egypt entry requirements

What you need to enter Egypt: visa rules by passport, vaccines, arrival airports and practical details for your trip.

Last checked 27 October 2026North Africa

Travel advice. Some regions have security risks. Check your foreign ministry's travel advice for the areas you plan to visit.

Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the official portal before you book.

Visa rules by passport

PassportsEntryFeeStay
All 14 passports we cover Visa on arrival US$25 Up to 30 days

Most EU passports: Same price online or on arrival. Multiple entry costs US$60. A free 15-day Sinai-only stamp is available at South Sinai airports for resort stays.

Detailed guide for your passport

Health and vaccines

Yellow fever. A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.

Malaria. There is little or no malaria risk.

Routine vaccines should be up to date. Travel clinics commonly also discuss hepatitis A, typhoid and, for longer rural stays, rabies. Book 6 to 8 weeks before departure.

Practical details

Capital
Cairo
Currency
Egyptian pound (EGP)
Languages
Arabic
Plug types
C, F
Best time
October to April
Main airports
Cairo (CAI), Hurghada (HRG), Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH), Luxor (LXR)

Plan your trip

Highlights of Egypt

  • Pyramids of Giza
  • Temples of Luxor and Karnak
  • Red Sea reefs

Frequently asked questions

Do EU citizens need a visa for Egypt?

Yes. Most EU passport holders need a visa (visa on arrival); the fee is US$25.

Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Egypt?

A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from, or have transited through, a country with yellow fever risk.

Is there malaria in Egypt?

There is little or no malaria risk.

What is the best time to visit Egypt?

October to April is generally the best time to visit.

What currency is used in Egypt?

The currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP). Cards work in cities and larger hotels; carry some cash for markets and rural areas.

Sources

Spotted a rule that has changed? Email hello@bemba.com with a link to the source.

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