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title: Egypt visa for citizens of the United Kingdom
description: "Citizens of the United Kingdom 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 the United Kingdom

Citizens of the United Kingdom 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

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Egyptian airport** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival bank kiosk before immigration.
2. **Purchase visa sticker** — Pay the fee (USD 25) at the bank counter and receive a visa sticker.
3. **Complete arrival card** — Fill in the arrival card with personal and travel details.
4. **Proceed to immigration** — Present passport, visa sticker, arrival card, and onward ticket to the officer.
5. **Receive entry stamp** — Officer stamps passport with a 30-day stay validity.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid UK passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of arrival.
- **Completed arrival card** (Travel): Provided on the plane or at immigration.
- **Passport-size photo** (Identity): One recent photo for the visa sticker.
- **Cash for visa fee** (Financial): USD 25 or equivalent in GBP/EUR, exact change preferred.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Egypt within 30 days.
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel, optional): May be requested by immigration officer.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but recommended.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only available at major airports (e.g., Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh, Luxor).
- Overstaying the 30-day limit incurs a fine of approximately USD 50 per day.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Insufficient funds or no onward ticket** — Carry enough cash and a confirmed return/onward ticket.
- **Previous overstay or immigration violation** — Clear any previous fines or violations before traveling.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United Kingdom need a visa for Egypt?

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

### How long can citizens of the United Kingdom stay in Egypt?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $25.

### What documents do citizens of the United Kingdom need for Egypt?

Valid UK passport; Completed arrival card; Passport-size photo; Cash for visa fee; Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### 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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