Egypt Tourist Visa Services
Egypt is one of the world’s most iconic travel destinations, renowned for its ancient civilization, magnificent pyramids, historic temples, the Nile River, Red Sea resorts, and vibrant cities. From the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx to Luxor, Aswan, Alexandria, Sharm El Sheikh, and Hurghada, Egypt offers an unforgettable travel experience for Indian tourists seeking history, adventure, culture, and leisure.
Shivansh Consultants provides professional guidance for Egypt Tourist Visa applications, helping Indian travellers prepare accurate documentation and complete the visa application process smoothly.
What is an Egypt Tourist Visa?
An Egypt Tourist Visa is issued to eligible foreign nationals travelling to Egypt for:
- Tourism
- Holidays
- Leisure travel
- Sightseeing
- Honeymoon trips
- Visiting friends or relatives
- Recreational travel
Depending on the applicant’s travel plans, the Egyptian authorities may issue a Single-Entry Tourist Visa or Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa.
The visa is intended solely for tourism and does not permit employment, business activities, or long-term study in Egypt.
Benefits of an Egypt Tourist Visa
Egypt Tourist Visa Requirements
Visa Fees, Processing Time, Validity & Stay Duration
Government Visa Fee
The government visa fee depends on:
- Tourist visa category
- Single-entry or multiple-entry visa
- Applicant’s nationality
- Current fee schedule issued by the Government of Egypt
Government visa fees are subject to revision by the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Visa Application Charges
Applicants may also incur additional costs for:
- Visa application centre service charges (where applicable)
- Courier services (optional)
- Document legalization or authentication (if required)
- Translation charges (where applicable)
These charges are separate from the government visa fee.
Processing Timeline
- Standard processing time is generally 5–15 working days after submission of a complete application.
- Applications requiring additional verification or security clearance may take longer.
Applicants are advised to apply at least 3–4 weeks before their intended departure.
Visa Validity
Visa validity depends on:
- Tourist visa category
- Number of entries approved
- Travel itinerary
- Decision of the Egyptian authorities
Single-entry or multiple-entry tourist visas may be issued depending on the approved application.
Stay Duration
- A Single-Entry Tourist Visa generally permits a stay of up to 30 days from the date of entry, subject to the approval of the Egyptian immigration authorities.
- A Multiple-Entry Tourist Visa generally allows multiple visits during its validity period, with each stay subject to the conditions specified on the visa and the approval granted upon entry.
The final period of stay is determined by the Egyptian immigration authorities at the port of entry.
Financial Requirements
Applicants may be required to provide:
- Recent bank statements
- Salary slips or income proof
- Employment certificate
- Business documents (for self-employed applicants)
- Sponsorship documents (if applicable)
- Proof of sufficient funds to cover travel and living expenses during the stay
Important Conditions & Exemptions
- An Egypt Tourist Visa is issued solely for tourism and leisure purposes.
- Employment, paid work, internships, business activities, or long-term study are not permitted under a Tourist Visa.
- Additional supporting documents may be requested during processing.
- Visa approval remains entirely at the discretion of the Egyptian authorities.
- Travellers must comply with Egyptian immigration regulations throughout their stay.
- Overstaying may result in fines, deportation, entry restrictions, or future visa refusals.