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title: Egypt visa for citizens of Finland
description: "Citizens of Finland can get a visa on arrival in Egypt. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $25. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Egypt visa for citizens of Finland

Citizens of Finland can get a visa on arrival in Egypt.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $25
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Cash or credit card sufficient for stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Egyptian port of entry** — Proceed to the visa-on-arrival bank counter before immigration.
2. **Purchase visa sticker from bank counter** — Pay the visa fee (typically $25 USD) in cash; receive a sticker.
3. **Submit passport with visa sticker and documents** — Hand your passport (with sticker affixed), passport photo (if requested), and onward ticket to immigration officer.
4. **Receive entry stamp** — Officer stamps your passport; visa is valid for up to 30 days.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Egypt.
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel): Reservation for the duration of stay.
- **Visa fee in cash (USD/GBP/EUR)** (Travel): Cash payment on arrival at bank counter.
- **Passport photo (optional)** (Identity, optional): May be requested at some ports of entry.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Supporting, optional): Bank statement or cash; rarely checked but recommended.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Cash
- Credit card
- Bank statement

Carry at least $100 equivalent or show proof of funds upon request.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may be refused if traveler has previous overstay history in Egypt.
- Not available at all land borders; mostly at airports and seaports.
- Cannot be extended beyond 30 days; extensions only through immigration office inside Egypt.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **No onward or return ticket** — Book and carry a printed copy of your onward/return flight.
- **Insufficient funds or inability to pay visa fee** — Carry at least $25 USD in cash per person for the visa fee plus some extra funds.
- **Previous deportation or immigration violation** — Check eligibility with Egyptian embassy before travel if applicable.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Finland need a visa for Egypt?

Citizens of Finland can get a visa on arrival in Egypt. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Finland stay in Egypt?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Egypt visa cost for citizens of Finland?

Government fee: $25.

### What documents do citizens of Finland need for Egypt?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Visa fee in cash (USD/GBP/EUR); Passport photo (optional); Proof of sufficient funds.

### How long must my passport be valid for Egypt?

At least 6 months.

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