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title: Egypt visa for citizens of Uruguay
description: "Citizens of Uruguay 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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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Egypt visa for citizens of Uruguay

Citizens of Uruguay 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. **Prepare documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months and have a recent passport photo and cash for visa fee.
2. **Arrive at Egyptian airport** — Proceed to the visa on arrival counter at the airport.
3. **Purchase visa sticker** — Pay the visa fee at the bank counter and receive a visa sticker.
4. **Proceed to immigration** — Present passport with visa sticker and boarding pass to immigration officer for stamping.
5. **Collect passport and enter** — Receive passport with visa stamp and proceed to baggage claim.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): One recent passport-sized photo
- **Onward/return ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel out of Egypt
- **Visa fee in cash** (Financial): $25 USD or equivalent in EUR/GBP

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at certain airports such as Cairo, Hurghada, Luxor, Sharm El Sheikh, etc.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a return or onward ticket
- **Insufficient funds** — Have enough cash to pay visa fee

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $25.

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

Valid passport; Passport-sized photograph; Onward/return ticket; Visa fee in cash.

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

At least 6 months.

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