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Egypt Visa for US Citizens
e-Visa, visa on arrival or consulate visa: which one fits your trip.
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US citizens need a visa for Egypt. Tourists can usually apply online for an e-Visa on Egypt’s official portal before they travel, or buy a visa on arrival at major airports. Business, work and longer stays need a visa from an Egyptian consulate.
Your options
| Option | Good for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| e-Visa | Tourism | Apply online before you fly. Applying ahead avoids queues on arrival. |
| Visa on arrival | Tourism | Bought at the airport before immigration. Bring US dollars in cash in case card payment isn’t available. |
| Consulate visa | Business, work, study and other purposes | Applied for in advance. Documents depend on the purpose of your trip. |
Travelers flying into Sharm El-Sheikh for a short resort stay in South Sinai may get a free entry stamp instead of a visa, but it doesn’t allow travel elsewhere in Egypt. Fees and rules change, so check the current requirements before you travel.
What you’ll need
- A US passport valid for at least 6 months after arrival, with a blank page
- For business visas: a letter from your company and from the Egyptian company you’re visiting
Egypt visa pages
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