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Best for Digital NomadsBest for RetireesBest Golden VisasBest for StudentsBest Work VisasAll rankings →United States citizens can obtain a Egypt Visa on Arrival on arrival at Egypt's international airports and designated ports of entry. No advance visa application is required — pay the visa fee at the immigration counter and present your travel documents. You may stay up to 30 days per entry.
Apply Now — Official Portal ↗To obtain your Egypt Visa on Arrival, proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at the Egypt port of entry upon landing. Ensure you have the required documents listed above and the visa fee ready — cash is often preferred. Processing is usually completed within 15–30 minutes. Your passport will be stamped with permission to stay for up to 30 days. Always verify current requirements at the official government portal before booking travel.
Conditional — may be requested by immigration officer
Conditional — may be requested at immigration counter
United States passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt because Egypt extends this facility to United States citizens as part of its immigration policy. This arrangement allows United States travellers to arrive without a pre-arranged visa, completing the entry process at the port of entry.
Requirements last reviewed: June 2026 · Source: official government portal