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title: Egypt visa for citizens of Ukraine
description: "Citizens of Ukraine 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 Ukraine

Citizens of Ukraine 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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated airport** — Enter through an airport where visa on arrival is offered (e.g., Cairo, Hurghada, Luxor).
2. **Go to Visa on Arrival counter** — Look for the bank/visa counter before passport control in the arrivals hall.
3. **Pay visa fee and obtain receipt** — Pay approximately $25 USD (or equivalent in EGP) and receive an adhesive visa sticker.
4. **Fill out arrival card (if not done)** — Complete the immigration card with personal and travel details.
5. **Present passport and documents at immigration** — Hand over your passport, visa sticker, and arrival card to the immigration officer.
6. **Receive entry stamp and visa sticker** — Officer places the visa sticker into your passport and stamps your entry.
7. **Proceed to baggage claim and exit** — Collect your luggage and exit the airport. The visa is now active.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Completed arrival card** (Supporting): Provided on board or at the airport.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity, optional): May be requested; bring one just in case.
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Egypt within 30 days.
- **Payment visa fee (USD or EGP)** (Financial): Approximately $25 USD paid in cash at the visa counter.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is not available at all land borders; confirm before traveling.
- If arriving at Sharm El Sheikh, Saint Catherine or Taba airports and staying only in Sinai resorts, you may not need any visa for up to 15 days.
- Extension of stay is possible by visiting a passport office in Egypt.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival.
- **No onward/return ticket** — Carry a printed or digital copy of your return or onward travel reservation.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $25.

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

Valid passport; Completed arrival card; Onward/return ticket; Payment visa fee (USD or EGP); Passport-size photograph.

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

At least 6 months.

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