Do US citizens need visa for Sharm El Sheikh?

Tourists from the US, the EU, or the UK who are traveling to (and remaining in) Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, and Taba don't need a visa, as long as their trip doesn't last more than 15 days. But don't worry, even if you do need to get an Egypt Visa, the process is very easy.



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U.S. citizens must have a visa to enter Egypt. U.S. citizens can obtain a renewable single-entry 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports for a 25 USD fee. A multiple entry visa is also obtainable for 60 USD. The Government of Egypt has created a website for the issuance of “e-visas.”

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The cost of the single-entry Egyptian visa on arrival is 25 USD. Applicants must pay the fee in US dollars, Euros, or British Pounds, and are advised to arrive at the Egyptian point of entry with the exact amount to avoid delays. Cash is the only payment that the Egyptian authorities will accept.

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Almost all foreign nationals will need a visa of some description in order to enter Egypt. Citizens of only 9 countries can travel to Egypt visa-free — these are Bahrain, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Lebanon, Macao, Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Malaysia.

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US citizens with a US passport that is valid for more than six months do not need to obtain a UAE visa prior to traveling to the UAE if the duration of their visit will be less than one month. This includes US citizens with visas or entry stamps from other countries in their passports.

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Sharm El Sheikh is one of those unique destinations you can visit year-round, and the best time to go is really up to you. But whatever time you choose, remember to pack your sunscreen! Sharm El Sheikh enjoys warm, sunny weather for much of the year, except for late November to February, when the temperature cools.

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As a whole, and specifically Sharm El Sheikh, it's safe to visit because, as a highly known tourist country and area, there are a lot of security measures. However, we offer you some basic tips in order to avoid any problems: Strictly follow the indications of the local authorities and do not leave the tourist routes.

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Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Egypt. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza.

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Passport and Visas: U.S. citizens must have a visa to enter Egypt. U.S. citizens can obtain a renewable single-entry 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports for a 25 USD fee. A multiple entry visa is also obtainable for 60 USD.

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To get a single or multiple-entry Egypt e-Visa, you simply need to complete the online visa application form and pay the processing fee using a credit or debit card. The e-Visa will be processed within 3 days.

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The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza. Shot lasts 2 years.

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Courses or boosters usually advised: Poliomyelitis; Tetanus. Other vaccines to consider: Hepatitis A; Hepatitis B; Rabies; Typhoid.

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Traveling to Egypt in 2023 is completely safe. Of course, the country experienced a revolution in 2011, there was a certain instability that scared travelers, but now Egypt is quite safe and a very popular resort.

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Visa on Arrival International Entry Points
  • Cairo International Airport, Cairo.
  • Hurghada International Airport, Hurghada.
  • St Catherine International Airport, St Catherina.
  • Borg El Arab International Airport, Alexandria.
  • Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.
  • Luxor Airport International Airport.


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