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title: Egypt visa for citizens of Italy
description: "Citizens of Italy 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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# Egypt visa for citizens of Italy

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

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## 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:** May be requested at border.

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Egyptian entry point** — Proceed to the visa on arrival counter at the airport or land border.
2. **Fill out arrival form** — Complete a brief visa application form provided at the counter.
3. **Pay visa fee** — Pay USD 25 (or equivalent) in cash for a single-entry visa.
4. **Receive visa sticker** — Sticker is affixed to passport by immigration officer.
5. **Proceed through passport control** — Present passport with visa sticker and supporting documents if asked.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid at least 6 months beyond entry date.
- **National ID card (for Italian citizens)** (Identity, optional): ID card valid for Italian citizens as per bilateral agreement.
- **Passport-sized photo** (Identity): One recent photo for visa on arrival processing.
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Onward or return ticket required.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter recommended.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Cash or bank statement may be requested.

## Proof of funds

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

May be requested at border, but not always required for Italian citizens.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at certain airports and land borders (e.g., Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh, Luxor).
- Overstay penalties apply if exceeding 30 days.
- Single entry only; exiting and re-entering requires a new visa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Inadequate passport validity (less than 6 months).** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **No onward or return ticket.** — Present a confirmed return or onward ticket.
- **Insufficient funds or no cash to pay visa fee.** — Carry at least USD 25 in cash for the fee and additional funds for stay.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $25.

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

Valid passport; Passport-sized photo; Flight itinerary; National ID card (for Italian citizens); Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

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