How Indian passport holders get a visa for Egypt: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online before travel
- Government fee: USD 25 single-entry / USD 60 multiple-entry (≈ ₹2,100 / ₹5,000)
- Processing time: Usually 3–7 working days
- Maximum stay: Up to 30 days per entry on the tourist eVisa
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 76/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
- Recent digital passport photo
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel/Nile cruise booking
- Payment card
- Yellow fever certificate (if arriving from endemic country)
How & where to apply
Apply on Egypt's official eVisa portal. VFS Global India also accepts traditional visa applications. Egypt eVisa portal (official)
Transit & connections
Airside transit at Cairo (CAI) without leaving the airport does not require a visa.
Good to know
Only visa2egypt.gov.eg is official. eVisa is the safest route — VOA queues at Cairo are long. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://visa2egypt.gov.eg/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Egypt?
eVisa — apply online before travel. Only visa2egypt.gov.eg is official. eVisa is the safest route — VOA queues at Cairo are long.
What documents do Indians need for a Egypt visa?
Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages; Recent digital passport photo; Confirmed return ticket; Hotel/Nile cruise booking; Payment card; Yellow fever certificate (if arriving from endemic country)
How long does a Egypt visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Usually 3–7 working days. Government fee: USD 25 single-entry / USD 60 multiple-entry (≈ ₹2,100 / ₹5,000). Maximum stay: Up to 30 days per entry on the tourist eVisa.
How do Indians apply for a Egypt visa?
Apply on Egypt's official eVisa portal. VFS Global India also accepts traditional visa applications. Official source: https://visa2egypt.gov.eg/