QuickTravelTools Do I need a visa for Egypt with a US passport?
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- US
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- Egypt
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- Tourism
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Visa on arrival when you land.
Verified October 5, 2026
Source: Embassy of Egypt, Washington DC.
What you need
- Visa on arrival
Visa on arrival when you land.
Source: Embassy of Egypt, Washington DC
QTT checked Egypt's official guidance on October 5, 2026. We re-check these sources and update this page when official rules change.
Official sources
- 'All Americans require a visa to enter Egypt'; lists tourist-visa requirements for American passport holders; consulate fees $27 single-entry / $62 multiple-entry; points to the official e-Visa portal www.visa2egypt.gov.eg for tourist visas. (Embassy of Egypt, Washington DC, verified October 5, 2026)
- Official e-Visa portal: travelers apply and pay online; the e-Visa application must be created at least 7 days before departure; status sent by email. (Egypt e-Visa Portal (Ministry of Interior), verified October 5, 2026)
- Egypt's official government visa-on-arrival portal (Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities / Ministry of Interior — Immigration Department); nationality eligibility is checked interactively in the portal. (Egypt Visa on Arrival Portal (Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities), verified October 5, 2026)
- Official Egyptian government e-Visa application portal; eligibility is determined per nationality inside the application flow. Loaded live, HTTP 200 (JS application). Official interactive channel. (Government of Egypt (official e-Visa portal), verified October 6, 2026)
Visa rules for all 199 passports: Egypt visa hub.
Visa costs and applying
- Apply: Start the official Egypt e-Visa Portal
official Ministry of Interior e-visa portal
- Official information: Embassy of Egypt, Washington DC - consular visa services
official embassy consular guidance for non-e-visa nationalities
Egypt at a glance
| Region | Africa |
|---|---|
| Everyday prices | 16 on our price index (US = 100) |
| Power | Type C/F sockets, 220/380 V, 50 Hz |
On cost, Egypt is one of the more affordable places to visit: everyday prices sit at about 16 on a global index where the United States is 100. See how Egypt compares to 179 countries.
Pack a plug adapter: US devices use Type A/B/NEMA 14-30/NEMA 14-50, but Egypt uses Type C/F. Voltage differs too (220/380 V there versus 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V at home), so check for a dual-voltage label before plugging in. Full plug and voltage guide for Egypt.
Common questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes. Visa on arrival when you land.
How long can a US passport holder stay in Egypt?
The permitted stay depends on the visa or authorisation issued. Check the official immigration site before booking.
Is the visa information on this page official?
No. This is a summary compiled from official government sources and verified by QuickTravelTools, and it can lag rule changes. Always confirm with Egypt's embassy or official immigration portal before you travel.
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