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title: Egypt visa for citizens of Sweden
description: "Citizens of Sweden can get a visa on arrival in Egypt. Stay up to 30 days. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Egypt visa for citizens of Sweden

Citizens of Sweden 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 Visa (30 days) on Arrival
- **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
- **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 Egyptian airport** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter in the arrivals hall before passport control.
2. **Prepare documents and fee** — Have passport, photo, flight and hotel bookings ready, along with visa fee in cash.
3. **Submit documents and pay** — Hand over documents and pay the visa fee; receive visa sticker in passport.
4. **Proceed to immigration** — Go to passport control with the visa sticker and get entry stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from arrival date
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One recent colour photo, 4×6 cm
- **Return or onward flight booking** (Travel): Printed or digital itinerary showing departure from Egypt
- **Hotel reservation or accommodation proof** (Travel): Booking confirmation covering entire stay
- **Visa fee in cash (USD or EUR)** (Supporting): Exact amount required; exact fee not specified in source

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at certain airports; land borders may not offer it.
- Have exact cash in USD or EUR; change may not be available.
- Overstaying the 30-day validity can result in fines.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity beyond arrival date.
- **Missing onward ticket or hotel booking** — Carry printed copies of return flight and confirmed hotel reservation.
- **Insufficient funds or unable to pay fee** — Bring sufficient cash in USD/EUR to cover the visa fee.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Return or onward flight booking; Hotel reservation or accommodation proof; Visa fee in cash (USD or EUR).

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

At least 6 months.

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