Egypt Visa Requirements for Indian citizens in 2024

Last Updated: Nov. 22, 2024, 2:22 p.m.

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1) E-Visa

Indian passport holders planning a visit to Egypt for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

30 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • Passengers with a residence permit issued by a GCC Member State can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days. The residence permit must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date.
  • If travelling as a part of an organized tourist group that consists of at least 10 persons and holding both onward and return flight tickets, booked accommodation and a signed Letter of Guarantee (LG) from an Egyptian travel agency, a visa on arrival in Egypt can be obtained
  • Air transit passengers with a confirmed onward ticket for a flight to a third country within 48 hours do not need visas. Leaving the airport is permitted for passengers with transit time between 6 and 48 hours. Passengers with transit time of less than 6 hours may leave the transit area but not the airport; however, this exemption does not apply when transiting through Alexandria (HBE).
  • EgyptAir passengers can obtain free 96 hour transit visa at EgyptAir transit visa office at cairo airport.

Reference Links

https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg

General Information about Egypt

  • Name (Common): Egypt
  • Name (Official): Arab Republic of Egypt
  • Population: 102334403
  • Area: 1002450
  • Capital: Cairo
  • Currency: Egyptian pound
  • Language: Arabic
  • Calling Code: +2
  • Region: Africa
  • Subregion: Northern Africa

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Indian citizens. India passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Indian citizens. India passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Indian citizens can travel to Egypt, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Egypt with E-Visa is 30 days. Indian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Egypt can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Egypt in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Egypt

Advisory Message: Egypt has a current risk level of 3.4 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling Egypt.
Score: 3.4
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/egypt
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.