Egypt

Visa Policy for Indian Citizens (2025)

• Indian passport holders generally cannot rely on visa-on-arrival unless they meet special conditions. Egypt Immigration+2Visa Requirements+2
• The most reliable way is to apply for an Egypt e-Visa online before travel. Egypt Immigration+2BTW Visas+2
• Types of tourist visas for Indians:
  • Single-entry (30 days) e-Visa. Egypt Immigration+1
  • Multiple-entry (30 days per entry) e-Visa. BTW Visas
• Visa on Arrival (VOA): Very limited for Indians; only allowed in some cases (e.g., part of an organized tourist group, or if holding a GCC residence permit for 6+ months). Egypt Immigration

Documents Required

• Valid Indian passport: min 6 months’ validity required. Egypt Immigration+1
• Scanned copy of passport biographical page. Egypt Immigration
• Colour passport-sized photographs (recent). cibtvisas.in
• Proof of accommodation: hotel booking or invitation / guarantor letter. rainbowholidays.org
• Flight itinerary / confirmed return ticket. Dook International+1
• Bank statements (last few months) to prove financial stability. Dook International+1
• For business visa: invitation letter from Egyptian host company. BTW Visas
• Payment of visa fee (via credit/debit card) when applying online. Egypt Immigration+1

Validity, Fees & Processing

• e-Visa:
  • Single-entry: USD ~ 25. Egypt Immigration
  • Multiple-entry: USD ~ 60. BTW Visas
  • Validity: The e-Visa is typically valid for 3 months from issue, but allows a 30-day stay once you enter. absglobaltravel
• Processing Time:
  • E-Visa: ~ 5–7 working days is common. rainbowholidays.org
  • There are expedited “rush” or “super-rush” options (shorter processing) for additional fees. Egypt eVisa
• Fees in INR:
  • According to Godigit, for tourist visa, the approximate cost is ~ ₹4,295 for Indians (though this may vary). Digit Insurance

Additional Notes / Risks

• Some applicants (Indian nationals) report that a travel guaranty letter from an authorized Egyptian travel agency is required when applying for e-Visa. > “You need a letter of guarantee from a local travel agent in Egypt … they will give you an invitation letter with your evisa” Reddit
• If you apply via third-party services (e.g., agents), ensure they are reliable — wrong applications can be rejected.
• Check the latest COVID- or health-related requirements before travel (if applicable), though many pandemic-era restrictions have eased.