5 WAYS TO GET EGYPTIAN VISA AND VISA REQUIREMENTS THESE WAYS TO GET EGYPTIAN VISA AND VISA REQUIREMENTS

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All Americans require a visa to enter Egypt

For Tourist Visa: AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with ONE photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • ONE 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • If applying by Mail, all payments are in Cashier’s Check  Only payable to the Consulate of Egypt.( We DO NOT accept MONEY ORDER or PERSONAL CHECKS). If applying in person, Cash will be accepted
  • Mailed Applications: Please ONLY provide Express Mail or Certified Mail (pre-addressed pre stamped envelope) for the return of the passports/Documents. We do not take responsibility for any loss that may occur in mailing.
  • Mailing AddressConsulate of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008
  • Download application form here
  • Click here for visa fee

For Tourist Visa: Non-AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with ONE photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • ONE 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
  • TWO copies of School registration for Student Visa Holders ONLY
  • TWO photocopies of round-trip ticket or confirmed itinerary ONLY FOR APPLICANT’S NOT INCLUDED ON THE LIST OF COUNTRIES BELOW
  • Download application form here
  • Click here for visa fee

OR Apply for E-Visa ( For Tourist Visa ONLY ) :

Our Official  Electronic Visa Portal: www.visa2egypt.gov.eg 

For Business Visa: AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip and financial guarantee of the company
  • Download application form here
  • Click here for visa fee

For Business Visa: Non-AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
  • TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip (Name of person, Company the person working for in the US, Company will be working for in Egypt, Conference/Seminar attending, Dates travelling to Egypt, How long will be staying in Egypt) and financial guarantee of the company
  • TWO copies of round-trip ticket or confirmed itinerary More
  • Download application form here
  • Click here for visa fee

 

If you are part of the list of countries that require pre-approval, Please provide the following requirements. Kindly check the list of countries below:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
  • TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip (Name of person, Passport Number, Company the person working for in the US, Company will be working for in Egypt, Conference/Seminar attending, Dates traveling to Egypt, How long will be staying in Egypt) and financial guarantee of the company
  • Download application form here

Diplomatic Passport Holder:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of diplomatic notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
  • Download application form here

Official Passport Holder:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of official notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
  • Download application form here

United Nations Laissez Passer Holder:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of official notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
  • Download application form here

For list of applicants from countries below:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
  • TWO copies of School registration for Student Visa Holders ONLY
  • Download application form (here)
  • Please note that MINIMUM wait time for clearance is 6-8 weeks

Nationalities that require Pre Approval prior to the Consulate granting a visa are as follows :

  • Afghanistan
  • Algeria
  • Bangladesh
  • Bhutan
  • Bosnia – (of Egyptian Origin)
  • Burundi
  • Cambodia
  • Chad
  • China
  • Comoros Islands
  • Congo
  • Cyprus
  • Djibouti
  • Eritrea
  • Ethiopia
  • Ghana
  • India (excluding employees at International Organizations or with an official Invitation letter from Egyptian Ministry)
  • Indonesia
  • Iran
  • Iraq
  • Palastine
  • Kosovo
  • Laos
  • Lebanon (ages 16 to 50 years old)
  • Liberia
  • Libya-(men ages 18-45 years old)
  • Maldives
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Moldova (Female ages 15 to 35 years old)
  • Mongolia
  • Morocco
  • Myanmar
  • Nepal
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • North Korea
  • Pakistan
  • Palestine (Male ages 18 to 40 years old)
  • Peoples Republic of China
  • Philippines
  • Rwanda
  • Sierra Leone
  • Somalia
  • South Sudan
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sudan (If only using US Travel Document)
  • South Sudan (If only using US Travel Document)
  • Syria
  • Thailand
  • Tunis
  • Turkey (Male and Female ages 18 to 45 years old)

     

    5 WAYS TO GET EGYPTIAN VISA AND VISA REQUIREMENTS
    5 WAYS TO GET EGYPTIAN VISA AND VISA REQUIREMENTS

     

    If applying by Mail, all payments are in Cashier’s Check  Only payable to the Consulate of Egypt.( We DO NOT accept MONEY ORDER or PERSONAL CHECKS). If applying in person, Cash will be accepted.

    Note: In cases Biometric data is required an appointment will be set for personal appearance.

    Mailed Applications: Please ONLY provide Express Mail or Certified Mail (pre-addressed pre stamped envelope) for the return of the passports/Documents. We do not take responsibility for any loss that may occur in mailing.

    Mailing AddressConsulate of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008

    Telephone: 202-966-6342 (PLEASE NOTE: Phone lines operate from 9:30am to 1:00pm ONLY)

    Fax: 202-244-5131

    Hours: 9:30 A.M – 12:30 P. M. (Monday to Friday)

    MOST Applications are processed in AT LEAST 10 BUSINESS DAYS (plus mailing for mailed application). 

    NOTE: Please follow jurisdiction when applying for your visa

    Egyptian Consulates in the United States:

    Egyptian Consulate -Washington, D.C. Website: www.egyptembassy.net
    (Serving: Delaware – Florida – Georgia – Maryland – N. Carolina -S. Carolina- Virginia – Washington, D.C. – West Virginia)
    3521 International Court, N.W.
    Washington, D. C. 20008
    Tel # 1 (202) 966-6342Fax # 1(202) 244-5131
    E-mail: consulate@egyptembassy.net

    Egyptian Consulate – Chicago Website: www.egyptinchicago.org
    (Serving: Illinois- Indiana- Iowa- Kentucky- Michigan -Minnesota- Nebraska- N. Dakota-S. Dakota –Wisconsin)
    180 N. Michigan Ave,
    Suite #1150
    Chicago, IL 60601
    Tel # 1(312) 332-7210 / 4/ 6 Fax# 1(312) 828-9167
    E-mail: consulateofegyptchicago@gmail.com

    Egyptian Consulate- Houston Website: www.consulateofegypthouston.com/en/consular-services/
    (Serving: Alabama – Arkansas – Colorado – Kansas – Louisiana -Mississippi – Missouri –New Mexico – Oklahoma –Tennessee – Texas)
    5718 Westheimer St. Suite # 1350
    Houston, TX 77057
    Tel # 1 (713) 961-4915 or 1(713) 961-4916
    Fax # 1(713) 977-0323

    Egyptian Consulate – Los Angeles Website: www.egyconsulatela.com
    (Serving: Alaska – Arizona – California – Idaho – Hawaii – Montana – Nevada – Oregon – Washington – Wyoming – Utah)
    6300 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1890
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
    Tel # 1(323) 933-9700 or 1 (323) 933-9757 or 1 (323) 933-1401
    Fax # 1(323) 933-9725
    Email: egyconsulatela@egyconsulatela.com

    Egyptian Consulate – New York Website: www.egypt-nyc.com
    (Serving: Connecticut- Maine- Massachusetts – New Hampshire-New Jersey- Ohio- Pennsylvania- Puerto Rico – Rhode Island -Vermont- New York)
    866 United Nations Plaza
    5th Floor, Room 586
    New York, NY. 10017
    Tel # 1(212) 759-7120
    Fax # 1(212) 308-7643
    Email: egyptnyc@gmail.com