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title: Egypt visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe
description: "Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Egypt. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Egypt visa for citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Egypt.

*Not yet cross-checked · last checked 2026-06-27. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival (Tourist)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at eligible Egyptian airport** — Visa on arrival is available at Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh, Luxor, and Marsa Alam airports.
2. **Proceed to visa on arrival counter** — Follow signs to the bank or visa counter before immigration.
3. **Submit passport and photograph** — Hand over your passport and one passport photo to the officer.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the required fee in cash (USD, EUR, or GBP).
5. **Receive visa sticker** — The officer will affix a visa sticker into your passport.
6. **Proceed to immigration** — Present your passport with the visa to the immigration officer for entry stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival and have at least one blank visa page.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One recent color photograph with white background.
- **Visa fee in cash** (Financial): Payable in USD, EUR, or GBP at the visa counter.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of confirmed departure from Egypt.
- **Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): May be requested by immigration officer.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at certain airports; check eligibility before travel.
- Carry exact change in USD, EUR, or GBP as change may not be available.
- Visa on arrival is typically single entry; multiple entry requires prior application.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date.
- **Insufficient blank pages** — Have at least one blank visa page in your passport.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Carry a printed copy of your return or onward flight ticket.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need a visa for Egypt?

Citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe can get a visa on arrival in Egypt. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (Tourist).

### What documents do citizens of São Tomé and Príncipe need for Egypt?

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Visa fee in cash; Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Egypt visa for every passport](/visa/egypt)
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