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Entry & visa
Most visitors need a visa to enter Egypt, and for many nationalities the process is straightforward. The notes below are a general orientation only — entry rules change often and vary by passport, so treat this as a starting point, not the final word.
Entry requirements change — always confirm current rules with official Egyptian government sources and your local embassy or consulate before you travel. Ptah Tours can point you in the right direction, but we can't issue visas or guarantee entry, and nothing here should be taken as legal or immigration advice.
Egypt operates an official online visa system where eligible travellers can apply before they fly. It's the safest, most reliable route — apply directly through the government portal at visa2egypt.gov.eg and be wary of third-party sites that copy its look and charge extra. Check your eligibility and processing times there well ahead of your trip.
Travellers of many nationalities have historically been able to obtain a visa on arrival at major Egyptian airports. Whether this applies to you, and under what conditions, depends on your passport and can change — so confirm your specific situation with the official portal or your embassy before relying on it. When in doubt, applying online in advance removes the guesswork.
As a general rule, plan to hold a passport with at least six months' validity beyond your date of entry, plus a blank page or two for stamps. Requirements differ by nationality, so verify the exact rules for your passport with your local embassy or consulate before you book flights.
Some regions and resort areas have had their own entry arrangements in the past, and rules for specific ports of entry or overland crossings can differ from the standard tourist visa. If your trip involves anything beyond the usual airport arrival, confirm the details for your exact route with official sources — and feel free to ask us what to check.
Before you travel, verify your requirements against two authoritative sources: Egypt's official e-Visa portal at visa2egypt.gov.eg and your own country's embassy or consulate for Egypt. Rules can shift with little notice, so check close to your departure rather than relying on older information — including this page.
Once your entry is squared away, we'll handle the rest. Browse tours or tell us what you have in mind.