What is the difference between Egypt e-visa and visa on arrival?

The Egypt visa on arrival is not a requirement, but an option. Most travelers eligible for the visa on arrival are also eligible for the e-Visa, which is generally regarded as the easier and safer option. Almost all foreign nationals will need a visa of some description in order to enter Egypt.



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The Egypt eVisa is an electronic travel authorization that allows visitors to enter Egypt for tourism, business, or medical purposes. It is an alternative to the traditional visa, which requires applicants to visit an Egyptian embassy or consulate.

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  • Follow-up procedure is required at arrival airports to get visa stamped, which takes more time of applicants.
  • More papers are needed during application submission and visa obtainment (2 passport photos, printed visa approval letter).
  • Visa fee is unfixed since it depends on the particular agency's services.


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If you receive a PDF copy of your eVisa or eTA, we recommend that you print two copies to bring with you while traveling. While not always required, it can be helpful if there are issues with any of the airport or airline systems.

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If you would like to visit Hurghada, you probably need a visa. Most foreign nationals need to get a visa to enter Egypt, even for short stays. Fortunately, many nationalities can apply for a visa for Hurghada online.

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The following countries are eligible to get an electronic visa to enter Egypt: Albania, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech, Denmark, Ecuador, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, ...

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