Last updated 20 September 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Visa on arrival in Egypt for German citizens
Visa free entry
Visa on arrival — what you need to know
Allows travel to Egypt without a pre-approved visa and obtain it upon arrival at an Egyptian airport or border crossing. A visa on arrival is issued only for tourist trips. Single-entry visas are valid for 6 months and permit a maximum stay of only 30 days in Egypt. Multiple-entry visas are valid for 6 months and allow a maximum stay of 90 days. Travelers can extend their visa for valid reasons.
Eligible individuals:
- Tourist
- Visitor
How does this visa work?
What must be prepared?
Basic package — always required, regardless of the application conditions
What additional documents may be required?
Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.
*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.
**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.
Are you eligible for this visa?
Clear purposes of the visit and documents confirming them, in accordance with the visa conditions.
Sufficient means to support oneself and their dependents for the duration of their stay in the country.
The applicant does not pose a threat to public order, internal security, public health or international relations of one or more member states.
Insurance policy for the entire period of stay, meeting the minimum mandatory or recommended requirements for the country.
Official visa information
English international
Type of visa
Tourist visa
Category
Visa on arrival