Visa Requirements
All Americans require a visa to enter Egypt
For Tourist Visa: AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- Actual passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- Download application form here
- Click here for visa fee
For Tourist Visa: Non-AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO photocopies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
- TWO photocopies of School registration for Student Visa Holders ONLY
- TWO photocopies of round-trip ticket or confirmed itinerary ONLY FOR APPLICANT’S NOT INCLUDED ON THE LIST OF COUNTRIES BELOW
- Download application form here
- Click here for visa fee
For Business Visa: AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip and financial guarantee of the company
- Download application form here
- Click here for visa fee
For Business Visa: Non-AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO photocopies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
- TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip (Name of person, Company the person working for in the US, Company will be working for in Egypt, Conference/Seminar attending, Dates travelling to Egypt, How long will be staying in Egypt) and financial guarantee of the company
- TWO photocopies of round-trip ticket or confirmed itinerary
- Download application form here
- Click here for visa fee
If you are part of the list of countries that require pre-approval:
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO photocopies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
- TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip (Name of person, Passport Number, Company the person working for in the US, Company will be working for in Egypt, Conference/Seminar attending, Dates traveling to Egypt, How long will be staying in Egypt) and financial guarantee of the company
- Download application form here
Diplomatic Passport Holder:
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO diplomatic notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
- Download application form here
Official Passport Holder:
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO official notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
- Download application form here
United Nations Laissez Passer Holder:
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO official notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
- Download application form here
For list of applicants from countries below:
- Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
- TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
- TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
- TWO photocopies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
- TWO photocopies of School registration for Student Visa Holders ONLY
- Download application form (here)
- Please note that MINIMUM wait time for clearance is 6-8 weeks
Nationalities that require Pre Approval prior to the Consulate granting a visa are as follows :
- Afghanistan
- Algeria
- Bangladesh
- Bhutan
- Bosnia – (of Egyptian Origin)
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Chad
- China
- Congo
- Cyprus
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Ghana
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Kosovo
- Laos
- Lebanon– (ages 16 to 50 years old)
- Liberia
- Libya-(men ages 16-60 years old)
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Moldova – (Female ages 15 to 35 years old)
- Mongolia
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Nepal
- Niger
- Nigeria
- North Korea
- Pakistan
- Palestine
- Peoples Republic of China
- Philippines
- Rwanda
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Sri Lanka
- Sudan
- Syria
- Tunis
- Turkey (Male and Female ages 18 to 45 years old)
- Vietnam
- Yemen
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ALL Payments are in Cashier’s check payable to the Consulate of Egypt. If applying in person, you can pay by cash.
Note: In cases Biometric data is required an appointment will be set for personal appearance.
Mailed Applications: Please ONLY provide Express Mail or Certified Mail (pre-addressed pre stamped envelope) for the return of the passports/Documents. We do not take responsibility for any loss that may occur in mailing.
Mailing Address: Consulate of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008
Telephone: 202-966-6342 (PLEASE NOTE: Phone lines operate from 9:30am to 1:00pm ONLY)
Fax: 202-244-5131
Hours: 9:30 A.M – 1:00 P. M. (Monday to Friday)
MOST Applications are processed in at LEAST 10 BUSINESS DAYS (plus mailing for mailed application).
NOTE: Please follow jurisdiction when applying for your visa
Regional Consulates responsible for the following States:
Egyptian Consulate -Washington, D.C. Website: www.egyptembassy.net
(Serving: Delaware – Florida – Georgia – Maryland – N. Carolina -S. Carolina- Virginia – Washington, D.C. – West Virginia)
3521 International Court, N.W.
Washington, D. C. 20008
Tel # 1 (202) 966-6342Fax # 1(202) 244-5131
E-mail: consulate@egyptembassy.netEgyptian Consulate – Chicago Website: www.egyptinchicago.org
(Serving: Illinois- Indiana- Iowa- Kentucky- Michigan -Minnesota- Nebraska- N. Dakota-S. Dakota –Wisconsin)
500 N. Michigan Ave,
19th Floor, Suite #1900
Chicago, IL 60611
Tel # 1(312) 828-9162Fax# 1(312) 828-9167
E-mail: www.info@egyptchicago.orgEgyptian Consulate- Houston Website: www.consulateofegypthouston.com/en/consular-services/
(Serving: Alabama – Arkansas – Colorado – Kansas – Louisiana -Mississippi – Missouri –New Mexico – Oklahoma –Tennessee – Texas)
5718 Westheimer St. Suite # 1350
Houston, TX 77057
Tel # 1 (713) 961-4915 or 1(713) 961-4916
Fax # 1(713) 977-0323Egyptian Consulate – Los Angeles Website: www.egyconsulatela.com
(Serving: Alaska – Arizona – California – Idaho – Hawaii – Montana – Nevada – Oregon – Washington – Wyoming – Utah)
6300 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1890
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Tel # 1(323) 933-9700 or 1 (323) 933-9757 or 1 (323) 933-1401
Fax # 1(323) 933-9725
Email: egyconsulatela@egyconsulatela.comEgyptian Consulate – New York Website: www.egypt-nyc.com
(Serving: Connecticut- Maine- Massachusetts – New Hampshire-New Jersey- Ohio- Pennsylvania- Puerto Rico – Rhode Island -Vermont- New York)
866 United Nations Plaza
5th Floor, Room 586
New York, NY. 10017
Tel # 1(212) 759-7120
Fax # 1(212) 308-7643
Email: egyptnyc@gmail.com