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title: Egypt visa for citizens of Palestine
description: "Citizens of Palestine need a visa for Egypt and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: 5–10 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Egypt visa for citizens of Palestine

Citizens of Palestine need a visa for Egypt and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

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

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Tourist Visa (30 days)
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–10 days
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months

## How to apply

1. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above, including passport, photos, and financial proofs.
2. **Schedule an appointment** — Contact the Egyptian embassy or consulate in your jurisdiction to book a visa appointment.
3. **Submit application in person** — Attend the appointment with all original documents and copies.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the applicable fee at the embassy (cash or bank draft as instructed).
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 5–10 business days.
6. **Collect passport** — Return to the embassy to collect your passport with the visa sticker.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages** (Identity): Original and copy of bio page
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Download from embassy website or obtain in person
- **Passport-sized photographs (2)** (Identity): White background, 4x6 cm
- **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel): Confirmed reservation or ticket
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel): For entire stay in Egypt
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Showing sufficient funds for trip
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Proof of employment or leave letter** (Employment, optional): If employed, to show ties to home country

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements

Sufficient funds to cover stay, typically $50–100 per day

## Good to know

- Female Palestinian passport holders and male Palestinian passport holders over 40 years old may be exempt from visa requirements for stays up to 30 days. Verify your eligibility before applying.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and use the latest form from the embassy.
- **Insufficient funds or unclear financial proof** — Provide bank statements showing consistent balance and a clear source of income.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Ensure you have a confirmed round-trip flight reservation.
- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Renew your passport before applying.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Palestine need a visa for Egypt and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Tourist Visa (30 days).

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

Up to 30 days.

### How long does Egypt visa processing take?

Typically 5–10 days.

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

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity and blank pages; Completed visa application form; Passport-sized photographs (2); Flight itinerary (round trip); Hotel booking confirmation; Bank statements (last 3 months); and 2 more depending on your situation.

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

At least 6 months.

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