Country
Passport Required?
Visa Required?
Return Ticket Required?
Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the period of
intended stay required by all.
Required by all except the following:
(a) nationals of
Kuwait for stays of up to 6 months;
(b) nationals of
Bahrain, Djibouti, Guinea, Libya, Oman, Saudi Arabia, United
Arab Emirates and Yemen for stays of up to 3 months;
(c)
nationals of Jordan (if holding a 5-year passport), Malta and
holders of Hong Kong (SAR) or China passports for stays of up
to 30 days;
(d) nationals of Malaysia for a tourist stay of
a maximum of 15 days;
(e) cruise ship passengers entering
Egypt at any port for a maximum stay of 3 days;
(f) those
continuing their journey to a third country within 24 hours,
provided holding confirmed tickets.
Requirements for visas and other regulations are subject to
change at short notice; check with the appropriate authority
before travelling.
Tourist and Business (single- and
multiple-entry). Cost varies according to nationality.
Nationals of Australia, New Zealand, and all EU countries
except Germany: Tourist: $20 (single-entry); $25 (multiple-entry). Business:
$80 (single-entry); $140 (multiple-entry). Business visas are cheaper for Canadian
nationals. Nationals of Germany pay a standard rate of $20 for
visas of any type. Nationals of the USA pay a standard rate of
$18 for visas of any type. South African nationals obtain
visas free of charge. Payment of fees is in cash or by postal
order only; cheques will not be accepted. Processing fees for
other nationals vary considerably; check with the appropriate
Consulate (or Consular section of Embassy) for costs of visas.
Visa fees are per passport, not per person.
1. Nationals of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the
UK and the USA can usually obtain visas on arrival at Cairo
International Airport, provided they hold passports valid for
a minumum of 6 months. However, they should check with their
airline that they will be permitted to board the aircraft
without a visa. It is advisable to obtain visas in advance if
possible.
Varies, but are usually valid for 6 months from the date of
issue for stays of up to 3 months.
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy).
(a) 1 passport-size photo. (b) Passport valid for at least
6 months with at least one blank page. (c) Application form,
completed and signed. (d) Postal applicants must enclose a
registered- or recorded-delivery, self-addressed envelope and
pay by postal order only. (e) Fee. (f) Business letter for
Business visa.
Same day for personal applications; up to 5 days for postal
applications.
Visitors from all countries except Canada, the EU and the
USA must register with the police within a week of arrival in
Egypt, although this service is usually undertaken by the
hotel.
Misr Travel Tower, Abassia Square, Cairo, Egypt
Tel: (2)
682 8456. Fax: (2) 683 7665.
Website: http://www.touregypt.net/
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from
travellers over one year of age coming from infected areas
(see below). Those arriving in transit from such areas without
a certificate will be detained at the airport until their
onward flight departs. The following countries and areas are
regarded by the Egyptian health authorities as being infected
with yellow fever: all countries in mainland Africa south of
the Sahara with the exception of Lesotho, Mozambique,
Mauritania, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland and Zimbabwe (and
including Mali, Niger and Chad); Sudan south of 15�N (location
certificate issued by a Sudanese official is required in order
to be exempt from vaccination certificate); S�o Tom� e
Principe. Also Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa
Rica, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Panama, Peru, Surinam,
Trinidad & Tobago and Venezuela.
Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera
vaccination certificate is no longer a condition of entry to
Egypt. However, sporadic cases of cholera have been reported
and precautions could be considered. Up-to-date advice should
be sought before deciding whether these precautions should
include vaccination as medical opinion is divided over its
effectiveness.
Limited malaria risk, in the malignant falciparum
and benign vivax forms, exists from June to October in
the El Faiyoum area. There is no risk in Cairo or Alexandria
at any time.
Mains water is normally chlorinated, and whilst relatively
safe may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is
available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay.
Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned
milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is
reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are
likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat
well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad
and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be
cooked and fruit peeled. Drinking water outside main cities
and towns carries a greater risk and should always be
sterilised.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk,
vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are
bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more
information consult the Health
appendix.
Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is present
in the Nile Delta and the Nile Valley. Avoid swimming and
paddling in fresh water. Swimming pools which are
well-chlorinated and maintained are safe. Filariasis
may occur in the Nile Delta. Precautions against
hepatitis A and E and diphtheria should
be considered. Hepatitis A occurs and immunisation
against hepatitis B is sometimes advised. There may be
a danger of snakes and scorpions in certain
areas.
Public hospitals and chemists are open to tourists. Health
insurance is strongly advised.
Feb 23-26 2002 Grand Feast. Mar 14 Islamic
New Year. Apr 25 Sinai Liberation Day. May
1 Labour Day. May 6 Sham el-Nassim (Egyptian
Easter). May 24 Birth of the Prophet Muhammad. Jun
18 Liberation Day. Jul 23 Revolution Day. Oct 6
Armed Forces Day. Dec 7-9 Bairam Feast (End of
Ramadan). Dec 23 Victory Day. Feb 12-15 2003
Grand Feast. Mar 3 Islamic New Year. Apr 25
Sinai Liberation Day. Apr 28 Sham el-Nassim (Egyptian
Easter).May 1 Labour Day. May 13 Birth of
the Prophet Muhammad. Jun 18 Liberation Day. Jul
23 Revolution Day. Oct 6 Armed Forces Day. Dec
23 Victory Day.Dec 26-28 Bairam Feast (End of
Ramadan).
Destination Guide – Egypt
Passport and Visa Application
Health
Holidays
Passports
Visas
Note
Types of visa and cost
Note
Validity
Application to
Application requirements
Working days required
Note
Addresses
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2
3
4
Other risks
Health care
Public Holidays
Note
| British | yes | yes/1 | no |
| Australian | yes | yes/1 | no |
| Canadian | yes | yes/1 | no |
| USA | yes | yes/1 | no |
| Other EU | yes | yes | no |
| Japanese | yes | yes | no |
| Ministry of Tourism |
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| Health Precaution | Special Precaution | Certificate |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Fever | no | 1 |
| Cholera | yes | 2 |
| Typhoid and Polio | yes | no |
| Malaria | 3 | no |
| Food and Drink | 4 | n/a |
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Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates given above are approximations. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes the Bairam Feast, Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Some restaurants are closed during the day but most tourist attractions and hotels are not affected. Some disruption may continue into the three-day Grand Feast itself. |