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Egypt imposes new restrictions on Canadian travellers

Egypt said the measure is in response to canadian restrictions on visas.

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Canadian passport holders soon will no longer be able to obtain visas upon arrival in Egypt — a new rule that could mean additional headaches for thousands of travellers.

As of Oct. 1, Canadians travelling to Egypt will have to visit Egypt's embassy or a consulate in Canada to apply for a visa before they leave the country, according to Global Affairs Canada's travel page for Egypt.

Previously, travellers could get their visas upon arrival at the airport in Cairo, or obtain an e-visa before departure through the online portal.

The changes initially were set to take effect this Sunday. However, after CBC News published a story about the new rules, Global Affairs Canada issued a statement saying the new visa requirements would take effect Oct. 1.

Canadians with proof of Egyptian citizenship also will have to apply for visas to enter the country as of Oct. 1. Prior to this rule change, Canadians could enter the country without visas if they had Egyptian passports, national ID cards or birth certificates.

An email from the Egyptian embassy in Ottawa laid out the visa application process for Egyptian nationals.

The announcement, sent to Egyptian-Canadians on Monday, cited the "principle of reciprocity" and claimed the rule change is a response to Canadian measures that deny visas to Egyptian citizens. It claims those measures are "offensive in nature to the dignity of the Egyptian state."

Officials at the Egyptian embassy declined to comment when reached by CBC News. CBC has also reached out to Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly's office for comment.

'It's insane'

Adel Boulos, president of the Egyptian Canadian Business Network, says it's not easy for Egyptians to get a visa to come to Canada.

"It's getting more difficult for Egyptians to come to Canada," he said. "I have cases, unbelievable stuff like parents wanting to see their children, people are getting married here and they want their parents and family to come and they can't … It's insane."

But Boulos said the Egyptian government had other options to deal with the situation.

"I would have liked the Egyptian government to take another route by convening a meeting with the Canadian officials to discuss how to help them out in issuing visas faster," he said.

And unanswered questions remain about the visa application process for Egyptian nationals in Canada, he said.

"We have about 300,000 Egyptians living in Canada and most of them travel with their Canadian passports because they didn't renew their Egyptian passports or don't have the national ID," Boulos said.

"People travelling with their Canadian passport because their Egyptian passport is expired, they don't have one, whatever the issue is, they will also be required to get a visa."

Egypt has tried to encourage tourism in recent years. Tourist numbers plummeted following the violent suppression of anti-government demonstrations in 2011.

Egypt is on track to welcome a record-breaking 15 million tourists this year, the country's tourism minister said in April. The country aims to attract 30 million tourists annually by 2028.

Some Egyptian media outlets claimed the news of the stricter visa rules was untrue.

A story in the Egypt Independent, a Cairo-based online newspaper, claimed that the Egyptian cabinet media centre "denied these rumours and added that the centre communicated with the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities to confirm the matter was false."

But a spokesperson for Global Affairs Canada confirmed the new rules for Canadian passport holders would take effect.

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Safety and security, entry and exit requirements, laws and culture, natural disasters and climate, egypt - exercise a high degree of caution.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Egypt due to the unpredictable security situation and the threat of terrorism.

Northern Sinai - Avoid all travel

This advisory excludes the Al Qantra Shark – Ras Sedr road between the border of the Governorate of South Sinai and Al-Ganayen, in Suez Governorate, on which you should exercise a high degree of caution.

The Western desert and Libyan border area - Avoid all travel

• within 50 kilometres of the border with Libya
• the Western Desert, west of the Giza-Luxor-Aswan-Abu Simbel road, including the oasis of Dakhla

This advisory excludes the following areas where you should exercise a high degree of caution:

• Marsa Matruh via the Marsa Matruh Road only
• The White and Black deserts via the Oasis Road only
• The oases of:
• Siwa via the Masra Matruh-Siwa Road only
• Bahariya, Farafra and Bawati via the Oasis and the Farafra-Dairut Roads only

Northern part of the Governorate of South Sinai - Avoid non-essential travel

This advisory excludes the following locations, where you should exercise a high degree of caution:

• the Dahab – Nuweiba – Taba road
• the towns of Nuweiba and Taba
• the Al Qantra Shark – Ras Sedr road up to the border with the Governorate of Suez
• cities between Ras Sedr and El Tor

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Security incidents in the South Sinai Governorate

Since October 27, 2023, projectiles and suspected drones have fallen at various locations along the Gulf of Aqaba coast in the South Sinai Governorate, including near Dahab, Nuweiba, and Taba. The incidents have caused injuries.

If you are in or near the affected areas:

• exercise caution
• follow the instructions of local authorities, including air-raid sirens and evacuation orders

If you encounter debris or fragments:

• don’t get close to or touch them
• move away from them immediately
• contact local authorities

Due to recent events in Israel, West Bank and the Gaza Strip, tensions could escalate with little notice and the security situation could deteriorate suddenly. Monitor developments, remain vigilant and follow the instructions of local authorities. We strongly recommend that Canadians register with the Registration of Canadians Abroad service to receive the latest updates.

The security situation in Egypt is unpredictable and certain regions of the country (for instance, North Sinai, Western Desert, etc.) are particularly volatile and should be avoided. There is a significant risk of terrorist attacks throughout the country. Attacks can be indiscriminate and occur with no warning, including in Cairo. While attacks in the North Sinai are frequent and mainly target security forces, terrorists have also targeted popular tourist destinations, places of worship, and other places frequented by foreigners throughout Egypt.

Terrorists have targeted Coptic Christians and their places of worship, in both urban and isolated areas. Terrorists also attacked a mosque in the North Sinai on November 24, 2017, killing over 300 people. Avoid all religious institutions in Egypt.

There is a significant presence of armed security forces and police in most governorates throughout the country. Curfews may be imposed on very short notice.

On May 19, 2019 and December 28, 2018, attacks on buses carrying tourists took place near the pyramids of Giza. The explosions resulted in multiple casualties.

There is an increased risk of incidents and attacks on and around dates of national significance, including:

• January 25, the anniversary of the 2011 Egyptian revolution;
• The week of Orthodox Easter;
• June 30 to July 3, the anniversary of the removal of former president Mohamed Morsi in 2013;
• August 14, the anniversary of clearing protesters from Rabaa and al-Nahda squares in 2013; and
• Other religious observances and holidays.

Exercise increased caution during these periods.

Be particularly cautious in commercial establishments, government facilities, public areas, tourist sites, the vicinity of churches and mosques at the time of religious services and any other areas frequented by foreigners. Avoid police stations, security installations and government buildings, as well as all crowds and demonstrations.

Western Desert

Borders with Sudan and Libya are porous, and bandits and armed groups are active in these areas. Attacks on security checkpoints and forces are expected to continue. Egyptian military and security personnel are also engaged in security operations in the area. If you intend to travel to these areas, consider the risks to your personal safety and ensure you have made appropriate security arrangements. Travel to these areas requires a permit from the Travel Permits Department at the Egyptian Ministry of Interior Affairs.

To visit the isolated oasis town of Siwa, take the Marsa Matruh-Siwa road. Access to essential services such as medical care, ATMs, fuel and mobile phone coverage is limited on the Marsa Matruh-Siwa Road and in Siwa itself. There is only one gas station on the 300km road between Marsa Matruh and Siwa. The road is poorly lit, unpaved in some areas and has a number of significant potholes. Traffic accidents are common.

If you are travelling to Siwa:

• carefully plan all road travel in advance • fill up in Marsa Matruh and make sure to have enough fuel to reach your destination • be sure to have sufficient water and cash with you • travel during daylight hours only • consider renting a vehicle with four-wheel-drive • expect military checkpoints along the way • do not travel off-road outside of the Oasis

North Sinai Governorate

The security situation in North Sinai Governorate, particularly the areas bordering Israel and the Gaza Strip, is extremely unpredictable. Terrorist groups regularly carry out attacks against Egyptian security forces. A curfew is in effect from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m., due to ongoing Egyptian military operations against terrorist groups in the region. Road blockades by unsanctioned groups, kidnappings, robberies and carjackings by armed groups and terrorists occur.

South Sinai Governorate

While attacks are significantly less frequent than in North Sinai, terrorists have carried out attacks in South Sinai Governorate, targeting both security forces and tourists. Terrorist groups may expand targeted areas to include coastal resorts such as Sharm el-Sheikh. While enhanced security measures are in place to protect the tourism infrastructure in Sharm el-Sheikh, the area may be seen as a high-value target by terrorists.

Coastal resorts in Sinai, including Dahab, Nuweiba and Sharm el-Sheikh, have seen incidents of petty theft.

Tensions between security authorities and local Bedouin tribes may rise unexpectedly, affecting tourism.

There are several police checkpoints along the highways in South Sinai.

You need a permit from the Ministry of the Interior to travel in a 4x4 vehicle from mainland Egypt to South Sinai through the Suez crossing.

Local authorities may ask for identification and search your vehicle. 

When travelling in the area:

• always use main highways
• avoid uncontrolled and poorly maintained roads
• stop at designated checkpoints and comply with authorities’ requests
• be aware of your surroundings at all times
• follow the advice of local authorities

Red Sea resorts and Upper Egypt

Exercise a high degree of caution when travelling to Red Sea coastal resorts (such as Ain el-Sokhna, el-Gouna Bay, Hurghada, Marsa Alam, Safaga and Soma Bay) and to the Upper Egypt cities of Aswan and Luxor.  While the beach resort areas are generally considered safe, sporadic terrorist attacks have targeted foreign tourists in recent years. Pay particular attention to local conditions if you are visiting Upper Egypt and the historic sites of the Nile Valley. Sectarian, economic and family-related disputes have occurred and can quickly become violent. Travel in large groups and by organized transportation, and follow the advice of local authorities, hotels and tour guides if you are travelling to rural areas.

Demonstrations and Civil unrest

While the size and frequency of demonstrations has decreased significantly in recent years, they can still occur anywhere at any time without warning, but are most likely to occur on Fridays following noon prayers.

Be extremely vigilant. Avoid all demonstrations or large public gatherings. Keep well informed of developing situations by monitoring local news reports and follow the advice of local authorities. Women should take particular care, as there is a serious risk of sexual assault during demonstrations; once surrounded by a group, it can be difficult to escape.

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Rates of violent and petty crime have historically been low in Egypt, although there are reports that such crime has been on the rise given the economic downturn since 2011. Crimes such as pickpocketing, bag and purse snatching and home invasion, while rare, have become more common. Purse snatching and pickpocketing occur most often in tourist locations and on the metro. Be aware of your surroundings and vigilant for thieves using different strategies to distract and rob you.

Reports of carjackings are extremely rare, however they do occur. They generally target sports utility or other high-value vehicles. Although isolated areas and night driving present the greatest threat, there have been reported incidents in daylight hours and in busy areas of Cairo. Assailants are usually armed, and a variety of tactics may be used to get vehicles to stop, including throwing objects at the windshield, feigning a traffic accident or minor collision with the target vehicle, or “sandwiching” the target vehicle to force it off the road. If you find yourself in such a situation, do not resist as carjackers are typically after the vehicle and, if the carjacking is successful, will leave the driver unharmed.

If you are a victim of crime, report it to the Tourist Police or at a nearby police station as soon as possible. Request a copy of the police report at the time the report is made. Failure to report the crime while in Egypt makes it much more difficult to seek prosecution.

Women’s safety

Women, particularly foreigners, are frequently subject to unpleasant male attention, sexual harassment and verbal abuse. This often takes the form of staring, inappropriate remarks, catcalls and touching. The risks increase around public holidays, when more men are in the streets.

Advice for women travellers

Unexploded landmines remain a risk in some desert and coastal areas, notably the Mediterranean shore, the Western Desert, the Sinai Peninsula and the western shore of the Gulf of Suez. Known minefields are not marked by signs, but may be enclosed by barbed wire. Seek local advice, especially if travelling off-road.

Road safety

Road conditions are often poor and the rate of vehicular accidents is one of the highest in the world. Drivers generally have little regard for traffic regulations and do not follow safe driving practices. Be cautious when crossing streets as drivers do not give pedestrians the right of way.

In the event of an accident, do not move the vehicle until the police arrive, unless you are in immediate danger, such as from a crowd and need to move to safety. Exercise caution when using taxis and the metro. There have been robberies and accidents involving both. Many taxis do not have working metres, and back seats are rarely equipped with seat belts. Women should not sit in the front seat, as this could be misinterpreted by the driver. The metro can be overcrowded and is not climate controlled but does have cars for women only on most lines.

Use vehicles and hire drivers from reputable travel agencies.

Public transportation

Safety standards for rail travel vary throughout Egypt. There have been major accidents in recent years, attributed to aging infrastructure, poor maintenance and human error. Exercise a high degree of caution.

Avoid microbuses because of hazardous driving habits.

Overcrowding and poor safety standards on ferries have caused accidents. Use reputable ferry operators.

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Scuba diving / aquatic activities

Sharks and other potentially dangerous aquatic animals are present in the waters off Egypt. Certain beaches and dive areas may be subject to temporary closures. Exercise caution and seek advice from local authorities, and ensure to dive with reputable and licensed operators.

Water safety abroad

Israeli Border

Due to recent events in Israel, West Bank and the Gaza Strip, the land borders could close with little notice.

Crossing at the Taba land border between Egypt and Israel is possible at this time. Cross-border movement regulations and restrictions are subject to change at any time and are the prerogative of the responsible authorities.

The Rafah border crossing point to the Gaza Strip, which is controlled by border authorities in both Egypt and Gaza, opens and closes intermittently due to the ongoing armed conflict in Israel. Global Affairs Canada continues to advise against all travel in this area due to ongoing military operations against terrorists. Consult local authorities and refer to the  travel advice for Israel, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip  for further information.

Beyond the provision of a travel document (the passport), the Canadian government does not facilitate the crossing of borders by private citizens. It is the citizen’s responsibility to meet the entry requirements of the country where they wish to travel, in most cases either through application for a visa or simply by going to a point of entry. Authorities at the Rafah border crossing from Egypt to Gaza have sometimes requested a letter or witnessed declaration from the Embassy of Canada to Egypt as a requirement to cross the border. The Canadian embassy is unable to provide such a letter or declaration. You should avoid all travel to Gaza. Furthermore, the Canadian government has very limited ability to provide consular services to Canadians in the Gaza Strip and once there, it may be difficult to leave.

General safety information

Although most tourist sites are open, the situation across Egypt remains unpredictable and less consistently safe than it was before January 2011. There is a potential for rapid escalation into violence where large groups of people are assembled

Egypt has a special police force to assist tourists. Officers wearing a distinctive arm band saying “Tourism Police,” can be found in hotels and at tourist sites.

Carry identification at all times. Photocopy your passport and other identification in case of loss or seizure.

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Egyptian authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the  Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Egypt.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Other travel documents

Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

• Foreign Representatives in Canada
• Canadian passports

Diplomatic and Special passport holders are required to have visas before arrival in Egypt.

Travelers attempting to enter Egypt with diplomatic or official passports who do not have visas will be required to remain, at their own expense, in the airport transit area until their immediate departure from Egypt can be arranged. The Embassy of Canada in Egypt cannot intervene in such matters.

Tourist visa: required Business visa: required Student visa: required

You must obtain a visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate near you before your departure.  Electronic visas issued  before October 1, 2023, remain valid until their expiry date.

If you wish to extend your stay in Egypt, contact the Immigration Authority of Egypt. You may be fined upon departure if you overstay your 30-day visa period without proper authorization.

Foreign Representatives in Canada

Entry and exit stamps

You must show proof of an entry stamp in your passport when you leave Egypt. If you cannot provide proof of entry, you cannot obtain an exit stamp and will be denied exit.

If you have entered the country with a Canadian passport and have obtained a new one while in Egypt, you must have the entry stamp transferred to the new passport by the Egyptian Immigration Authority.This requirement also applies to newborns and dual citizens.

If a child is born in Egypt to a Canadian parent, a data stamp proving that the child was born in Egypt must be added to the child’s Canadian passport before the child can exit the country. Since there will be no entry stamp in the child’s passport, you must submit both the child’s birth certificate and Canadian passport to the Egyptian Immigration Authority to obtain what Egyptian authorities term the “data stamp.” Parents are advised to contact the Embassy of Canada as soon as possible to apply for citizenship and a passport for their child, so as not to further delay what can be a lengthy process.

Regional travel

If you are contemplating onward travel to other Arab countries, bear in mind that Canadians have been denied entry because their passports bore an Israeli visa, an Israeli border stamp or an Egyptian or Jordanian border stamp issued by an office bordering Israel, which would indicate they entered from Israel.

Medication and cosmetics

Egyptian authorities consider some prescription and over-the-counter medicines medications controlled substances. They will seize all narcotic and psychotropic medications, even if you have the original prescription. For all other prescription and over-the-counter medications:

• Carry the original prescription
• Ensure the medication is in its original packaging
• Don’t attempt to enter with more than 3 months’ supply.

Authorities also regulate the import of cosmetics and veterinary products.

Health entry requirements

All foreigners planning to study, work or train in Egypt for longer than one month may be required to undergo testing for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Egyptian immigration authorities in Cairo’s Mogamma building provide information on this procedure upon application.

When entering from another country you may be required to provide proof of immunizations. Please verify with the Egyptian Embassy nearest to you before travelling.

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

• Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
• COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024
• Polio: Advice for travellers - 6 May, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your  routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary. 

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise  safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

  Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus.  Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

 The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.  

 The flu occurs worldwide. 

•  In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to   April.
•  In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and   October.
•  In the tropics, there is flu activity year round. 

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

Yellow fever   is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

• There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

• Proof of vaccination is required if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country   where yellow fever occurs.

Recommendation

• Vaccination is not recommended.
• Discuss travel plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional.
• Contact a designated  Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre  well in advance of your trip to arrange for vaccination.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada * It is important to note that  country entry requirements  may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest  diplomatic or consular office  of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

In this destination, rabies is commonly carried by dogs and some wildlife, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. While travelling, take precautions , including keeping your distance from animals (including free-roaming dogs), and closely supervising children.

If you are bitten or scratched by a dog or other animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional. In this destination, rabies treatment may be limited or may not be available, therefore you may need to return to Canada for treatment.  

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who are at high risk of exposure (e.g., occupational risk such as veterinarians and wildlife workers, children, adventure travellers and spelunkers, and others in close contact with animals). 

The World Health Organization (WHO) has identified this country as no longer poliovirus-infected but at high risk of an outbreak . Polio can be prevented by vaccination.

Recommendations:

• Be sure that your polio vaccinations are up to date before travelling. Polio is part of the routine vaccine schedule for children in Canada.
• One booster dose of the polio vaccine is recommended as an adult .

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

• Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
• Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
• Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs. 

Travellers' diarrhea is the most common illness affecting travellers. It is spread from eating or drinking contaminated food or water.

Risk of developing travellers' diarrhea increases when travelling in regions with poor standards of hygiene and sanitation. Practise safe food and water precautions.

The most important treatment for travellers' diarrhea is rehydration (drinking lots of fluids). Carry oral rehydration salts when travelling.

Typhoid   is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers going to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long period of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination.  

There is a risk of schistosomiasis in this destination. Schistosomiasis is a parasitic disease caused by tiny worms (blood flukes) which can be found in freshwater (lakes, rivers, ponds, and wetlands). The worms can break the skin, and their eggs can cause stomach pain, diarrhea, flu-like symptoms, or urinary problems. Schistosomiasis mostly affects underdeveloped and r ural communities, particularly agricultural and fishing communities.

Most travellers are at low risk. Travellers should avoid contact with untreated freshwater such as lakes, rivers, and ponds (e.g., swimming, bathing, wading, ingesting). There is no vaccine or medication available to prevent infection.

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

• Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
• Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
• Minimize exposure to insects
• Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

There is a risk of chikungunya in this country.  The risk may vary between regions of a country.  Chikungunya is a virus spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Chikungunya can cause a viral disease that typically causes fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be severe and last for months or years.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times. There is no vaccine available for chikungunya.

• In this country, risk of  dengue  is sporadic. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
• Dengue can cause flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to severe dengue, which can be fatal.
• The level of risk of dengue changes seasonally, and varies from year to year. The level of risk also varies between regions in a country and can depend on the elevation in the region.
• Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
• Protect yourself from mosquito bites . There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever.

Rift Valley fever is a viral disease that can cause severe flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can be fatal. It is spread to humans through contact with infected animal blood or tissues, from the bite of an infected mosquito, or eating or drinking unpasteurized dairy. Risk is generally low for most travellers. Protect yourself from insect bites and avoid animals, particularly livestock, and unpasteurized dairy. There is no vaccine available for Rift Valley fever.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Human cases of avian influenza have been reported in this destination. Avian influenza   is a viral infection that can spread quickly and easily among birds and in rare cases it can infect mammals, including people. The risk is low for most travellers.

Avoid contact with birds, including wild, farm, and backyard birds (alive or dead) and surfaces that may have bird droppings on them. Ensure all poultry dishes, including eggs and wild game, are properly cooked.

Travellers with a higher risk of exposure include those: 

• visiting live bird/animal markets or poultry farms
• working with poultry (such as chickens, turkeys, domestic ducks)
• hunting, de-feathering, field dressing and butchering wild birds and wild mammals
• working with wild birds for activities such as research, conservation, or rehabilitation
• working with wild mammals, especially those that eat wild birds (e.g., foxes)

All eligible people are encouraged to get the seasonal influenza shot, which will protect them against human influenza viruses. While the seasonal influenza shot does not prevent infection with avian influenza, it can reduce the chance of getting sick with human and avian influenza viruses at the same time.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

•   washing your hands often
• avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
• avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness 

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.  

Medical services and facilities

Medical facilities are below Canadian standards.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Travel health and safety

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The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.

Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a   travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

You should carry an international driving permit.

International Driving Permit

The use of drugs and open consumption of alcohol (other than in licensed facilities such as hotels and restaurants) are prohibited. Transgressions could be punished by detention or other penalties.

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are strict. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines. Capital punishment is a sentencing option for certain drug-related crimes.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Demonstrations

Local law prohibits protests without a permit.

Being near anti-government protests may subject you to scrutiny from Egyptian police and security forces.

Drones are strictly prohibited in Egypt; anyone convicted of unauthorized import or use of drone technology could be subject to lengthy jail terms and deportation. Unauthorized possession and usage of drones in Egypt may carry similar charges to espionage.

Electronic devices

Egyptian officials will likely confiscate electronic devices upon entry if you did not obtain prior approval to import them. This includes:

• large video cameras
• filming equipment
• satellite phones
• certain equipment like binoculars

You may face interrogation on the intended use of your devices due to their potential use for military and surveillance purposes.

Contact the nearest Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt for further information on regulations and requirements on electronic devices.

Photography

Photography of bridges, canals (including the Suez Canal), government, police and embassy buildings and vehicles, as well as military personnel and establishments is prohibited.

Social media

Publishing or posting social media or other content that could be perceived as critical of Egyptian society, government, security forces or the President may be considered illegal under Egyptian law. Convictions can carry heavy fines and lengthy prison sentences. There is a high risk of arrest in connection to social media posts considered critical of Egypt.

Due to the current security context and political sensitivities, be conscious of your behaviour and how it may be interpreted by Egyptian authorities. Visitors including researchers, journalists, activists and development workers could encounter problems with authorities, if their activities are perceived as suspicious. Meeting with members of or expressing support for organizations banned in Egypt could be perceived as criminal behaviour.

Suspects may be detained without charges or access to immediate legal counsel during investigative stages of a criminal case.

Strict duties apply on the importation of expensive electronics, including video and photographic equipment, laptops, and computer software and hardware. Such equipment should be for personal use and you should list it (model and serial number) and check it upon arrival and departure, in which case no duty will be collected. Appropriate permits and authorizations are required for the commercial importation of any type of electronics.

It is prohibited to export any antiquity or any item older than 100 years without a licence. Contact the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Ottawa for further information regarding customs requirements.

The currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP, E£).

A maximum of E£5,000 can be brought into or taken out of Egypt. You must declare any amount of currency equivalent to US$10,000 or more.

Traveller’s cheques and foreign currency are easily exchanged in hotels and banks. U.S. dollars are preferred, particularly at tourist sites. Some travel agents and tour operators request payment in U.S. cash only.

Major credit cards are accepted in larger stores and for larger purchases, but many merchants will only accept cash or may charge a fee for payment by credit card.

Forced marriages

There are reports of Canadian citizens being forced into marriage without their prior knowledge or consent.

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Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is legally recognized in Egypt.

If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of Egypt, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements .

Travellers with dual citizenship

The Egyptian government considers Canadians who also hold Egyptian citizenship to be Egyptian while in Egypt, therefore our ability to offer consular services may be limited. You may be considered an Egyptian citizen if you were born to an Egyptian father, regardless of birth place.

Egyptian-Canadian men may be subject to military service when in Egypt. In order to be exempted, dual citizens are required to present many documents before leaving Egypt, including a document of discharge due to dual citizenship. This document does not necessarily provide an exemption, and obtaining it may be a lengthy process that could affect your departure date. The Government of Canada has no jurisdiction in the process, as the decision on military service rests solely with the Egyptian government. You should contact the Egyptian embassy or consulate in Canada before travelling.

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Egypt.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Egypt by an abducting parent:

• act as quickly as you can
• consult a lawyer in Canada and in Egypt to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
• report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children’s Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre.

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country’s judicial affairs.

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The work week is Sunday through Thursday. Egypt’s customs, laws and regulations adhere closely to Islamic practices and beliefs. Exercise common sense and discretion in dress and behaviour.

Dress conservatively: for women, knee-length or longer dresses and long sleeves are preferable, and men should not wear shorts outside tourist areas. Respect religious and social traditions to avoid offending local sensitivities. Overt public displays of intimate affection are frowned upon in Egyptian culture.

In 2025, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 28.

In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:

2SLGBTQI+ travellers

Egyptian laws doesn’t criminalize sexual acts or relationships between persons of the same sex.

However, 2SLGBTQI+ travellers could be discriminated against based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or sex characteristics.

You could be arrested for indecent exposure, public nuisance or scandalous acts.

The Egyptian police target apps and websites popular within the 2SLGBTQI+ community. They have used fake and legitimate accounts from community members who had their phones confiscated. Assaults and arrests by the police have occurred as a result of encounters set up through dating apps.

2SLGBTQI+ travellers should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Egypt.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Egypt, particularly Cairo and Eastern Sinai, is located in an active seismic zone. The country is also subject to sand and dust storms.

Local services

In case of emergency, dial:

• police: 112
• medical assistance: 113
• firefighters: 110
• COVID-19 inquiries: 105

Consular assistance

For emergency consular assistance, call the embassy of Canada in Cairo and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

  take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

  Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

  Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

  Avoid all travel

You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.

Obtain Your Egypt Visa Easily

Egypt Visa for Canadian Citizens

E-visa for egypt: requirements from canada.

Effective October 1, 2023, Canadian citizens will no longer have the option to request a visa online before their trip to Egypt. They will be obligated to obtain the visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate.

Electronic visas issued prior to October 1, 2023, will remain valid until their expiry date.

When planning a trip to Egypt from Canada, it is important to authorise your trip by getting a visa.

Learn more about how to get an Egypt visa for Canadians in the sections below.

Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Egypt?

Yes, if you’re travelling to Egypt on a Canadian passport, you need to have a valid visa to enter the country.

To travel to Egypt for any reason or period of stay, Canadians must apply for the relevant type of visa from an Egyptian diplomatic mission , such as the Embassy of Egypt in Ottawa or the Consulate General in Montreal.

How can you get an Egypt e-Visa from Canada?

Unfortunately, Canadians are no longer eligible to apply for an online Egypt visa .

To get an Egypt visa for any purpose or period of stay, Canadians must now contact the nearest Egyptian embassy or consulate.

At present, it’s not yet known whether the online application for the Egypt e-Visa will become available to Canadians again in the future. We’ll update this site if there are any further developments.

How to apply for an Egyptian embassy visa in Canada

Per Egypt's embassy in Ottawa, Egypt visa applications can be submitted by mail or in person.

If applying by mail, candidates must provide a completed visa application form, their passport, two passport pictures, a copy of their itinerary or booking confirmation, and $150 (CAD) in cash or money order. All of this should be sent in a pre-paid return envelope.

You can send the application to one of 2 postal addresses , either:

• Egypt's Consulate General in Montreal (1800 McGill College Avenue, suite 900, Montreal, QC, H3A 3J6)
• Egypt's Embassy in Ottawa (454 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6R3)

If applying in person at the embassy or consulate , applicants will need to furnish the same documents listed above. Additionally, you may need to supply a range of additional supporting documents depending on the type of visa you require.

Once your visa is approved, you'll be notified by the embassy or consulate. You’ll then need to collect your visa from the relevant office.

Please note that Egypt’s visa requirements and procedures may change at short notice. It's essential to verify the most up-to-date information on the Egyptian Embassy's official website or contact them directly.

How long does it take to get an Egypt Visa from Canada?

The processing time for an Egypt embassy visa application from Canada can vary based on several factors. These include the embassy's workload, the completeness of your application, and the type of visa you're applying for.

Typically, it may take several weeks to process your application . Keep in mind that during peak travel seasons or if additional documents are required, processing times may be longer.

It's advisable to apply well in advance of your planned travel date, ideally at least 6-8 weeks before your departure. This extra time allows for any potential delays in processing and ensures you receive your visa in time for your trip to Egypt.

Egypt Visa On Arrival for Canadian citizens

Canadians were previously able to queue at kiosks at airport terminals to get a visa on arrival. However, citizens of Canada are no longer eligible to obtain a visa on arrival at the Egyptian border.

As stated above, Canadians must now apply for an embassy visa for Egypt in advance. This applies no matter your intended period of stay or the motive for the visit.

Do Canadian permanent residents need a visa for Egypt?

Having permanent residence status in Canada does not determine whether or not you need a visa for Egypt.

Travellers of most nationalities need a visa for Egypt. Only a few nationalities are visa-exempt. Your citizenship also determines which types of visa you can apply for .

Embassy and Consulates of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Canada

The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Ottawa is now the primary diplomatic entity responsible for handling visa-related matters between Egypt and Canada. It's important to note that Canada hosts the sole diplomatic representation of Egypt within its borders, without additional consulates.

Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Canada 454 Laurier Ave E Ottawa, ON K1N 6R3 Canada

Phone: +1 613-234-4931

At VisasEgypt.com , we stay vigilant for any alterations to the visa policy for Canadians to ensure a smooth and hassle-free visa application experience.

How many days can Canadians stay in Egypt with the e-Visa?

Canadians who hold an Egyptian e-Visa can spend up to 30 days per trip in Egypt.

There are 2 different categories of e-Visa available to citizens of Canada:

• Single-entry
• Multiple-entry

The single-entry visa allows Canadians to visit Egypt once for a maximum of 30 days.

The multiple-entry option grants Canadians as many trips to Egypt as they like over the course of 6 months (starting from their first arrival in the country). Each stay can last for a maximum of 30 days.

Do Canadian families need an e-Visa for Egypt for their children?

Yes, all passengers travelling to Egypt on a Canadian passport must have valid visa, including children .

Parents/guardians may complete the e-Visa application on behalf of their dependants .

Can Canadian nationals travel to Egypt without a visa?

No, Canadian citizens must have a visa to enter Egypt, unless they hold dual nationality and are also a citizen of Egypt.

Egyptian citizens with a passport issued by the Arab Republic of Egypt are entitled to enter the country visa-free, regardless of their other citizenship(s).

Do Canadians need a visa to visit Egypt on a cruise ship?

Yes, Canadians have to present a visa to enter Egypt by sea, such as when landing on a cruise ship. You can use the e-Visa at seaports.

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Embassy of Egypt in Ottawa Clarifies new VISA policy

The Embassy of Egypt in Ottawa has clarified details about its new travel VISA policy which takes effect October 1, 2023. Before travellers depart Canada for Egypt, Canadian citizens (Not Canadian citizens of Egyptian origin) will be required to obtain a visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate. Electronic visas issued prior to October 1, 2023 will remain valid until their expiry date.

More information is available on the Embassy of Egypt in Ottawa Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/EgyptEmbOttawa

Foreign Affairs Canada has posted a notice of this change in visa application policy and process on its website; https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/egypt#entryexit . Thank you to the travel advisors who shared news of this development to assist their clients, travelers, and industry colleagues.

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CAIRO – 1 September 2023: Egypt has announced new entry visa measures for Canadian citizens willing to travel the country, which will go into effect as of 1 October.

“As of October 1st, 2023, Canadian passport holders will no longer be able to obtain a visa upon arrival at any of the Egyptian entry ports,” said a statement by the Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa.

The embassy added that Canadian citizens will be required to apply for an entry visa from one of the Egyptian Embassies or Consulates abroad.

Egypt, however, gives the option for Canadian Egyptians to either obtain a free visa from Egyptian embassies and consulates abroad or get a paid entry visa upon arrival.

Obtaining a free visa from embassies and consulates only requires Canadian Egyptians to submit a document proving their Egyptian nationality, such as a birth certificate, a national ID card or a passport.

However, in the second case, Canadian Egyptians will still have to obtain a certificate proving their Egyptian nationality from Egyptian embassies and consulates abroad.

The certificate aims “to facilitate travel from international airports to Egypt,” the embassy said, adding that they will have to present the document at travel and entry ports as well as the airline authorities.

Egyptians in Canada can have their documents being processed either through mail or by coming to the Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa or the Consulate General in Montreal, the embassy added.

Canada hosts a large Egyptian community, comprising around 300,000 people, according to then-Egyptian Ambassador to Ottawa Ahmed Abu Zeid in 2021.

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Egypt to apply new entry visa measures for Canadians starting October

• Saturday، 02 September 2023 - 08:29 PM

Egypt has announced new entry visa measures for Canadian citizens willing to travel the country, which will go into effect as of 1 October.

“As of October 1st, 2023, Canadian passport holders will no longer be able to obtain a visa upon arrival at any of the Egyptian entry ports,” said a statement by the Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa.

The embassy added that Canadian citizens will be required to apply for an entry visa from one of the Egyptian Embassies or Consulates abroad.

Egypt, however, gives the option for Canadian Egyptians to either obtain a free visa from Egyptian embassies and consulates abroad or get a paid entry visa upon arrival.

Obtaining a free visa from embassies and consulates only requires Canadian Egyptians to submit a document proving their Egyptian nationality, such as a birth certificate, a national ID card or a passport.

However, in the second case, Canadian Egyptians will still have to obtain a certificate proving their Egyptian nationality from Egyptian embassies and consulates abroad.

The certificate aims “to facilitate travel from international airports to Egypt,” the embassy said, adding that they will have to present the document at travel and entry ports as well as the airline authorities.

Egyptians in Canada can have their documents being processed either through mail or by coming to the Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa or the Consulate General in Montreal, the embassy added.

Canada hosts a large Egyptian community, comprising around 300,000 people, according to then-Egyptian Ambassador to Ottawa Ahmed Abu Zeid in 2021.

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Most travelers need a visa to visit Egypt, but you'll soon get to see the Pyramids of Giza © SrdjanPav / Getty Images

Almost all travelers require a visa to enter Egypt, but fortunately, the process is pretty simple, and a little advance planning goes a long way.

This guide will walk you through the entry requirements for visiting the land of pyramids on a tourist visa.

Who needs a visa to visit Egypt?

Most nationalities need a visa to enter Egypt, but citizens of many countries can apply for an e-Visa in advance or obtain a visa on arrival at Egypt’s international airports. Both cost US$25.

Getting an e-Visa is generally a smoother process than getting a visa at the airport. Apply for a tourist visa online in advance on  the Egyptian Government's official e-Visa website . All you have to do is fill out the online application form and pay.

If you decide to get a visa at the airport when you land in Egypt, be prepared to wait in line – bring your own pen to fill out the paperwork in line or on the plane – and pay in cash (US dollars, euros or British pounds only, not Egyptian pounds).

Citizens of Bahrain, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Macau, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates can enter Egypt visa-free for up to 90 days. Citizens of Malaysia can enter for up to 14 days.

If you're not eligible to get a visa on arrival or an e-Visa, head to the Egyptian embassy or consulate in your home country and apply in person. The visa process can take several weeks.

How to get an e-Visa for Egypt

To save time, apply for an e-Visa before your trip to Egypt. Citizens of these countries are eligible for Egypt’s e-Visa and can apply on the Egyptian government's official website . Your passport must be valid for at least six months before the date you intend to arrive. 

The process is simple: sign up for an account, fill the form and pay the US$25 using a credit or debit card. You’ll receive email notifications as the application is processed.  

If you’re issued a visa, you’ll be emailed a link to your e-Visa to download and print the document. When you land in Egypt, present the e-Visa to the Egyptian border patrol with your passport. Have a copy of your accommodation details or tour booking in case you’re asked to show them at the airport.

Egypt’s e-Visa can be single or multiple entry. The single-entry visa allows visitors one entry into the country for stays of up to 30 days. The multiple-entry visa allows travelers to come into  Egypt an unlimited number of times over a period of 180 days and for up to 30 days at a time. Apply for a multi-entry visa at least seven days before your trip.

Visa on arrival in Egypt

If you don’t have time to apply for an e-Visa, you can still get a visa on arrival at the airport if you’re eligible. Visas are available for purchase (US$25) at a kiosk in the arrivals hall before the immigration counters. 

Have the correct amount in cash in a major foreign currency (US dollars, euros or British pounds) to avoid delays.

The visa comes in the form of a stamp that you’ll need to put into your passport to present at the immigration counters and passport control. 

If you opt for a visa on arrival, you’ll need a passport that’s valid for at least six months from your arrival date, a travel itinerary and documentation to show you've booked accommodations or tours.

Visa on arrival is available at all of Egypt’s international airports. The downsides are that you can be issued a single entry visa only, and the lines at the airport can be long.

You don't need a visa to stay in Sinai on short trips

If you are visiting the resort towns on the Gulf of Aqaba coast and won’t be going to mainland Egypt, you can stay in Sinai for 14 days without buying an Egyptian visa. The Sinai-only visa allows travellers to visit Sharm El Sheikh , Dahab , Nuweiba , Taba and St Catherine, but you cannot go to Ras Muhammad National Park.

The Sinai-only visa is available at the airport in Sharm El Sheikh and the Egypt–Israel border crossing at Taba. If you arrive at Taba and plan to visit mainland Egypt, you must purchase a visa online in advance or at an Egyptian embassy abroad.

This article was first published Jun 26, 2022 and updated Sep 3, 2023.

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Egypt Changes Visa Measures For Canadian Citizens

September 6, 2023

Egypt is implementing new visa measures for Canadian citizens beginning Oct. 1, 2023 and which time, Canadian passport holders will no longer be able to obtain a visa upon arrival in any of the Egyptian entry ports.

As of Oct. 1, 2023, Canadian citizens will be required to apply for a prior entry visa to enter the Arab Republic of Egypt from one of the Egyptian Embassies or Consulates abroad.

As for why the new measures are being implemented, the announcement of the change stated: “This change is being made in accordance with the principle of reciprocity, as the Canadian government is adopting measures with regard to denying visas for Egyptian citizens, which is offensive in nature to the dignity of the Egyptian state.”

For Canadian citizens of Egyptian origin, the protocols are as follows:

• Free entry visas are granted through Egyptian Embassies and Consulates abroad to Egyptian nationals with Canadian citizenship upon presentation of any document proving their Egyptian nationality (a birth certificate, valid/expired national identification number card or passport).
• A paid visa is granted to Egyptian nationals with Canadian citizenship at Egyptian ports of entry upon presentation of any document proving their Egyptian nationality (a birth certificate, valid/expired national identification number card or passport).
• Certificates stating that the holder has Egyptian nationality are issued by Egyptian Embassies and Consulates for submission at travel and entry ports. These certificates can be used by individuals who do not have an Egyptian passport, especially when travelling by air.

The Egyptian Passports Authority will apply these procedures at the arrival ports. The civil aviation authorities will be notified of these procedures so that they can be circulated to the civil aviation authorities and airports abroad.

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Egypt Visa for Canadian Citizens

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Canadian citizens will not be able to obtain a visa online before traveling to Egypt. They are now required to obtain the visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate .

e-Visas for Canadians issued before October 1, 2023 will be valid until their expiration date.

Canadian citizens traveling to Egypt must follow the country’s visa policy . This includes having a valid Egyptian visa .

The following page outlines the visa requirements for Canadian passport holders and explains how to apply.

Do Canadians Need a Visa for Egypt?

Yes, Canadian citizens must have a valid visa to enter Egypt . This is part of Egypt’s entry requirements for visitors from Canada.

Without an Egyptian visa, Canadian arrivals do not have permission to pass through immigration.

The eVisa and visa an arrival are no longer available to Canadians. The only way to get a visa is through an embassy or consulate .

Egypt eVisa for Canadian Passport Holders

The Egypt eVisa was previously available to Canadians, however they were removed from the list of eligible countries on October 1, 2023. This means that Canadians can no longer apply for a visa online for Egypt.

Below is an overview of the eVisa types that were previously available to Canadian citizens.

Single Entry Egypt eVisa for Canadians

A single-entry visa allowed Canadian passport holders to enter Egypt one time for a period of up to 30 days .

Multiple Entry eVisa for Canadians

A multiple-entry visa allowed Canadian travelers the freedom to enter and exit Egypt as they wished within a period of 180 days . The total amount of time they could spend in Egypt at any given time was 30 days .

Transit eVisa for Canadians

If Egypt was not the traveler’s final destination , then they were allowed a transit visa.

Egyptian transit visas for Canadians were valid for those travelers holding an onward ticket set to depart between 6 and 48 hours from the time they entered the airport.

Egypt Visa Application Requirements for Canadian Citizens

The requirements for an Egyptian embassy visa may vary depending on the type of visa being requested.

Generally, Canadians will need:

• Canadian passport
• Completed visa application
• Passport photo
• Travel itinerary

Visa applicants should contact their nearest embassy or consulate to find out the exact requirements for their visa type.

Egypt Visa Application Form for Canadians

Egyptian embassy visa applications usually require the following information:

• Date of birth
• Marital status
• Nationality
• Passport data
• Contact information
• Job details
• Travel information
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Can Canadians Get an Egyptian Visa on Arrival at the Airport?

It is not possible to get a visa on arrival in Egypt for Canadian citizens.This visa option was revoked for Canadians along with the eVisa.

The only way for Canadians to get a visa for Egypt now is in person at an Egyptian embassy or consulate .

Register at the Canadian Embassy in Egypt

Citizens of Canada can now register with the nearest Canadian Embassy in Egypt.

The Registration of Canadians Abroad program allows the Canadian government to notify travelers about emergencies at home or in Egypt.

Benefits of enrolling:

• Get information before traveling about safety and security in Egypt
• Be located quickly in an emergency situation such as a natural disaster
• Help family members make contact in case of an emergency back home

Canadian Embassy in Egypt Information

The Canadian Embassy in Cairo provides assistance for Canadian citizens traveling or residing in Egypt . You can find it at the following address:

Embassy of Canada to the Arab Republic of Egypt El Fardous Tower، 2005 (A) South 18th Floor Nile Corniche Ad Dawawin Cairo Governorate 11221 Egypt

The embassy offers a broad spectrum of services , from the most basic like issuing passports and certificates. They can also provide legal aid and advice, and emergency services.

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New details on how to apply for Egypt visas, as Oct. 1 switch has industry fuming

Post date: Sep 6 2023

Date: Sep 6 2023

By: Kathryn Folliott

This story was  posted Sept. 6, 2023. For the latest updated story, posted Sept. 12, 2023, click here .

TORONTO — S tarting Oct. 1 the Egyptian government will no longer allow Canadians to obtain visas through the online eVisa process. Instead, Canadians planning trips to Egypt will be required to obtain a visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate. And as of Oct. 1, eVisas for the country will no longer be valid.

A recent CBC story said the change to the visa process was announced to Egyptian-Canadians via an email from the Egyptian embassy in Ottawa. According to CBC, the email noted the “principle of reciprocity”, citing policies from the Canadian government about visas for Egyptian citizens.

Global Affairs Canada’s Egypt page confirming the Oct. 1 change can be found here.

Blowes & Stewart Travel Group travel advisor Marsha Ramage first emailed Travelweek after getting radio silence in response to her inquiries to the Egyptian embassy in Ottawa and Egyptian consulate in Montreal.

Ramage got back in touch with Travelweek yesterday afternoon with some new details that should help other travel advisors secure visas for their Egypt-bound clients.

She got the pointers from The Travel Corporation (TTC).

First off, here are the mailing addresses and jurisdictions for the Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa, and the Egyptian Consulate in Montreal. With the loss of the eVisa option as of Oct. 1, that means snail mail for applications (unless applicants can make the trip in person).

The Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa is located at 454 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON. The jurisdiction for the embassy is: Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ottawa only.

The Egyptian Consulate in Montreal is located at 1800 McGill College Avenue, Suite 900, Montreal, QC. The jurisdiction for the consulate is: Ontario except Ottawa, Quebec, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, PEI, New Brunswick.

Visa requests must include one application form per applicant. Also required: original passport per applicant, plus two Canadian passport-size photos for each applicant.

Although a fee of Cdn$50 was first reported, later reports surfaced of a Cdn$150 fee. Visa requests by mail must include money order(s) payable to Egyptian Consulate / Egyptian Embassy. There were also reports that travellers may pay in cash if in person with confirmed hotel reservations.

Visa requests by mail must also include one prepaid registered envelope for return mailing. Processing time is reportedly up to six business days plus mailing time if received by mail.

“WE HOPE COMMON SENSE WILL PREVAIL”

G Adventures’ Managing Director, David Green, told Travelweek that G Adventures is in the process of seeking official confirmation from Egyptian authorities in Canada about the new Oct. 1 change, and has also notified G Adventures travellers departing in September that they will require an e-visa for entry.

Green told Travelweek it’s disappointing to have received little warning of the new visa changes. As he points out, the changes do little to support Canadian travellers.

“This is a blow to both Canadian travel agents trying to support their clients and operators like G Adventures that send thousands of travellers to Egypt each year. Other than the announcement that was made, there have been no details provided around the process to obtain visas. It has also proven impossible to reach the embassy for clarification on the new process,” said Green.

“An online application form should be the minimum expectation, which doesn’t appear to be available beyond September. We hope common sense will prevail and at the very least the visa changes are delayed until a later date, allowing more notice for travellers and for efficient processes to be established. Failure to do so will lead to thousands of Canadian travellers cancelling their travel plans to Egypt.”

Green added: “We call on all members of CATO and ACTA to raise this issue with the government, as this new visa rule needs to be reversed or, at the very least, delayed.”

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Kathryn is Editor at Travelweek and has worked for the company since 1995. She has travelled to more than 50 countries and counts Hong Kong, Jerusalem, the Swiss Alps and the Galapagos Islands among her favourite destinations.

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Travel Advisory July 13, 2023

Egypt - level 3: reconsider travel.

Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.

Reconsider travel to Egypt due to  terrorism . Exercise increased caution in Egypt due to  the Embassy’s limited ability to assist dual national U.S.-Egyptian citizens who are arrested or detained.

Do not travel to:

• The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to  terrorism .
• The Western Desert due to  terrorism .
• Egyptian border areas due to  military zones .

Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting attacks in Egypt. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, and have targeted diplomatic facilities, tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, western businesses, restaurants, resorts, and local government facilities. Terrorists have conducted attacks in urban areas, including in Cairo, despite the heavy security presence. Terrorists have targeted religious sites, to include mosques, churches, monasteries, and buses traveling to these locations.

Due to risks to civil aviation operating within or in the vicinity of Egypt, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and/or a Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR). For more information U.S. citizens should consult the  Federal Aviation Administration’s Prohibitions, Restrictions and Notices .

Local law prohibits protesting or demonstrating without a permit. Being near anti-government protests can draw scrutiny from Egyptian police and security forces. U.S. citizens have been detained for participating in protests and for posting content on social media perceived as critical of Egypt or its allies.

The U.S. Embassy may have a limited ability to provide consular services to dual U.S.-Egyptian citizens. Egyptian law considers dual citizens to be Egyptian citizens.

Read the  country information page  for additional information on travel to Egypt.

If you decide to travel to Egypt:  

• Stay alert in locations frequented by Westerners.
• Avoid demonstrations and crowds.
• Obtain comprehensive medical insurance that includes medical evacuation.
• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)   to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on   Facebook   and   Twitter .
• Review the  Country Security Report   for Egypt.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest   Travel Health Information  related to your travel.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the   Traveler’s Checklist .

Sinai Peninsula – Level 4: Do Not Travel The Sinai Peninsula remains a particularly dangerous area, with frequent attacks on security forces and civilians.

The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens anywhere in the Sinai Peninsula as U.S. government employees are not authorized to travel to these areas (with the exception of the beach resort of Sharm El-Sheikh; travel to Sharm El-Sheikh is only permitted by air). Visit our website for  Travel to High-Risk Areas .

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The American Citizens Services (ACS) Unit uses an  online appointment system  for those coming to the Embassy to receive routine consular services Sunday through Wednesday, except for official holidays (U.S. and Egyptian). U.S. citizens with non-emergency inquiries may send an email to the ACS Unit at  [email protected] .

For emergencies during and after business hours, including on weekends and holidays, U.S. citizens can contact the ACS Unit via the Embassy switchboard at 02-2797-3300. The mailing address from the United States is: Consular Section, Unit 64900, Box 15, APO AE 09839-4900. Within Egypt or from a third country, it is 8 Kamal el-Din Salah Street, Garden City, Cairo, Egypt. Express mail services also use the physical address.

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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.
• The Government of Egypt has created a website for the issuance of “ e-visas .” There are other websites purporting to offer electronic visas, some of which reportedly charge double the official price, but this is the only official Government of Egypt portal for this service. U.S. citizens and the citizens of 44 other countries are eligible to apply through this means in advance of their travel.
• Egyptian immigration officials occasionally have denied entry to travelers without explanation. 
• U.S. citizens who have experienced difficulty with their visa status in Egypt or are concerned about their eligibility for a visa upon arrival should apply for a visa at an Egyptian embassy or consulate prior to travel, but a visa obtained prior to entry does not guarantee admission to Egypt.
• Visas for gainful employment or study in Egypt must be obtained prior to travel.

Entry from Israel:

• U.S. citizens arriving from Israel at the Taba border crossing should obtain a visa ahead of time.
• If travelers do not obtain a visa prior to arrival, they may either apply for a no-fee, 14-day visa that is only valid for travel within the Sinai Peninsula, or they may obtain a 30-day tourist visa valid for travel throughout Egypt for 25 USD.
• The 30-day visa requires the submission of a travel agency support letter that may be obtained from travel agents at the border; their fees for providing this service vary.
• The Government of Egypt opens this border on an infrequent and unpredictable basis.
• Travel groups and/or humanitarian aid convoys that wish to cross at Rafah would need to contact the  Egyptian Embassy  in Washington for permission prior to travel.
• The Egyptian government screens travelers before allowing entry/exit through the Rafah border crossing with Gaza.
• The U.S. government advises its citizens to avoid travel to Gaza; the U.S. Embassy does not issue travel letters or provide any assistance in crossing to and from Gaza.
• Travelers to Gaza from Egypt should read the  Travel Advisory for Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza and are reminded the Sinai Peninsula remains a particularly dangerous area, with frequent Islamic State of Iraq and ash-Sham (ISIS) attacks on security forces and civilians.

Diplomatic and Official Passports:

• Diplomatic and Official passport holders, when entering Egypt for official business, are required to have visas  before arrival in Egypt.
• Diplomatic or Official passport holders must not use these passports to enter Egypt for unofficial travel, and should use their personal passports, following all appropriate regulations.
• Travelers attempting to enter Egypt with diplomatic or official passports who do not have visas will be denied entry and required to remain in the airport transit area, at their own expense, until their immediate departure from Egypt can be arranged.
• The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is unable to intervene in such situations. Military personnel arriving on commercial flights are not exempt from passport and visa requirements.
• The  Egyptian Embassy  in Washington currently requires at least three weeks, and sometimes much longer, to process official and diplomatic visa requests, an expedite letter from the Department of State notwithstanding.
• It is incumbent upon all official travelers to submit their visa requests and passports to the Egyptian Embassy well in advance of travel.

Work Permits:

• U.S. citizens who wish to come to Egypt for work must obtain work permits and work/business visas before arrival.
• All work permits must be obtained through the employer. These permits may be acquired from the Ministry of Manpower and Migration offices in the district of the employer; accordingly, these permits authorize residency in the country.
• U.S. citizens who arrive as tourists but want to change their status after arrival in country may acquire a three-month tourist/non-working residency visa to allow sufficient time to change their status from tourist to worker.
• U.S. citizens in Egypt on tourist visas are not permitted to work. 

For additional information on entering Egypt, please contact the nearest  Egyptian Embassy  or Consulate.

Medical Requirements:

• U.S. citizens arriving from an area that has been infected with yellow fever will need to provide proof of immunizations.
• Please verify this information with the  Egyptian Embassy  before you travel. 

Exit Requirements:

• U.S. citizen women married to Egyptians do not need their spouse's permission to depart Egypt as long as they have a valid Egyptian visa or valid Egyptian passport.
• A U.S. citizen departing Egypt with a dual-national child (U.S.-Egyptian) may be required by Egyptian immigration officers at the airport to demonstrate that they have proof of consent of the non-traveling Egyptian parent.
• If travelers attempt to depart Egypt after the expiration of their visa, they may be required to pay a fine at the airport. Travelers should ensure that they arrive to the airport early with sufficient Egyptian currency to pay any fines.
• The U.S. Embassy does not issue travel letters to exit Egypt.

Dual Nationals:

• If a dual national has the annotation “Egyptian origin” on their entry visa, they will require proof of Egyptian citizenship in order to exit Egypt. 
• This is also true for dual nationals who remain in Egypt for more than six months.
• In some cases, if a dual national loses their U.S. passport, they will be required to present their parents’ Egyptian birth certificates and be documented as Egyptian citizens in order to obtain a temporary/replacement entry stamp to facilitate their travel out of Egypt.
• Male U.S. citizens who also hold Egyptian nationality, between 18-40 years old, who have stayed in Egypt more than 180 days, are required to finalize their Egyptian military status before departure, or risk being refused departure from Egypt by Egyptian Immigration officials. The U.S. Embassy is unable to intervene in these situations. For more information see: https://tagned.mod.gov.eg/ .

Find information on  dual nationality ,  prevention of international child abduction  and  customs regulations  on our websites.

Safety and Security

The Department of State Travel Advisory warns U.S. citizens to avoid travel to the Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) and the Western Desert. Travel to the Libyan and Sudanese borders is also not recommended. U.S. citizens in Egypt should maintain a high level of vigilance throughout the country due to the threat of terrorism.

Between December 2018 and May 2019, terrorist incidents in tourist areas in greater Cairo killed four tourists and wounded at least 18 others. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, and have targeted diplomatic facilities, tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, western businesses, resorts, and local government facilities. There is a possibility of terrorist attacks in urban areas, including in Cairo, despite the heavy security presence. In August 2019, a car bomb explosion outside of a hospital in Cairo killed at least 20. Additionally, terrorists have targeted religious sites, to include mosques, churches, monasteries, and buses traveling to these locations.

The Egyptian government has attempted to address security concerns and has visibly augmented its security presence at tourist locations, but challenges persist, and the threat of terrorism remains. Police and military are also engaged in operations to combat terrorism and disrupt terrorist cells in the Sinai Peninsula and the Nile Valley.

• The Sinai Peninsula (with the exception of travel to Sharm El-Sheikh by air) due to terrorism.

The Sinai Peninsula remains a particularly dangerous area, with frequent terrorist attacks on security forces and civilians.

The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens anywhere in the Sinai Peninsula as U.S. government employees are not authorized to travel to these areas (with the exception of the beach resort of Sharm El-Sheikh; travel to Sharm El-Sheikh is only permitted by air).

• The Western Desert due to terrorism.
• Egyptian border areas other than official ports of entry.

For more information, see our Terrorism page.

Egypt’s borders are under military control; movement of non-military persons and vehicles is substantially restricted, and in some cases prohibited, within these areas. U.S. citizens should not travel in these border zones.

It is illegal to photograph police stations, military barracks, and certain other sensitive public buildings.

U.S. citizens are urged to remain alert to local security developments, avoid demonstrations, and be vigilant regarding their personal security at all times throughout the country. U.S. citizens should also carry identification and a cell phone or other means of communication that works in Egypt, and it is advisable to pre-program the U.S. Embassy’s telephone number (+20 2 2797-3300) and email address ( [email protected] ) into the device.

Travelers must obtain permission and a travel route from the Egyptian Military Intelligence and the Tourist Police Headquarters via a local or overseas travel agency to access Egypt's frontiers, including the borders with Libya, Sudan, Israel, and parts of the Sinai Peninsula off paved roads.

High concentrations of World War II-era unexploded landmines are located in the World War II battlefields along the Mediterranean coast west of Alexandria, the Eastern Desert between Cairo and the Suez Canal, and much of the Sinai Peninsula. Travelers are urged to be especially cautious in these areas.

Crime:  Crime levels in Cairo and Alexandria are moderate.

The vast majority of criminal acts against foreigners are crimes of opportunity, such as purse snatching and pickpocketing. 

Harassment of women, including foreigners, remains a serious problem. Incidents of harassment range from lewd comments and gestures to indecent exposure and inappropriate physical contact.

Tourists should be alert to being overcharged for various services and for being victimized in scams common to tourist destinations worldwide. Tourists should expect to encounter aggressive vendors at Egypt’s shops in urban areas, as well as at the many temples and archaeological sites. Some will offer “free” gifts to tourists which, once accepted, lead to demands for money. Most sites have specially designated tourist police who can assist in uncomfortable situations.

International Financial Scams:  See the  Department of State  and the  FBI  pages for information.

Internet romance and financial scams are prevalent in Egypt. Scams are often initiated through Internet postings/profiles or by unsolicited emails and letters. Scammers almost always pose as U.S. citizens who have no one else to turn to for help. Common scams include:

• Romance/Online dating
• Money transfers

The U.S. Embassy receives frequent reports of online financial scams, often involving a fraudulent romantic partner requesting money for hospital bills or legal expenses to depart Egypt. Be skeptical about sending money to anyone known only through online contact.

Victims of Crime:

U.S. citizen victims of sexual assault are encouraged to contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance.

Report crimes to the local police at 122 and contact the U.S. Embassy at +(20) 2-2797-3300. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime. The Embassy cannot intervene in legal disputes.

Failure to report crimes before leaving Egypt will make it impossible to seek prosecution at a later date. U.S. citizen tourists can forward their complaints for investigation to the Tourist Police Headquarters. For crimes involving children, you may call Egypt’s Child Emergency Help line by dialing 16000 . Egypt’s National Council for Women provides some assistance to women who are victims of domestic violence, or other complaints, at phone number 15115 or website: http://www.oo-ncw.org .  

See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .

• Help you find appropriate medical care
• Assist you in reporting a crime to the police
• Contact relatives or friends with your written consent
• Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion
• Provide a list of local attorneys
• Provide our information on victim’s compensation programs in the U.S.
• Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution
• Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
• Replace a stolen or lost passport

Domestic Violence: U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance.

For further information:

• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  ( STEP ) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. 
• Call the State Department in Washington at 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
• See the  State Department's travel website .
•  Follow us on  Twitter  and  Facebook . 
• See  traveling safely abroad  for useful travel tips.

Tourism:  The tourism industry is unevenly regulated, and safety inspections for equipment and adventure facilities may not frequently occur. Hazardous areas/activities are not always identified with appropriate signage, and staff may not be trained or certified either by the host government or by recognized authorities in the field. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is typically available only in/near major cities. First responders are not always able to access areas outside of major cities and to provide urgent medical treatment. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance. See our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage .

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties: Travelers are subject to local laws. The Egyptian legal system is different from the legal system in the United States, with significantly different standards of evidence, due process, and rule of law. Travelers should be conscious of their behavior and how it may be interpreted by Egyptian authorities. If one  violate local laws, even unknowingly, one may be denied entry, expelled, arrested, or imprisoned. Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.

• Egyptian police and security forces do not require probable cause in order to stop, question, and detain individuals. Failure to carry proper identification, such as a passport, may result in detention and questioning.
• Suspects may be detained without charges or access to immediate legal counsel for months during the investigative stage of a criminal case.
• U.S. citizens have been detained for several days or more in non-criminal cases, including immigration violations.
• Local laws prohibit protesting or demonstrating without a permit. Even being in the vicinity of anti-government protests can draw scrutiny from Egyptian police or security forces, including demands to search personal electronic devices. U.S. citizens have been detained for posting content on social media perceived as critical of Egypt or its allies.
• Punishments often can be harsher in Egypt for comparable crimes than they are in the United States. Penalties for drug offenses can be particularly severe, including life in prison or the death penalty.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Arrest Notification:  If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our  webpage  for further information.

Dual U.S.-Egyptian Citizens : Egyptian law considers dual nationals to be Egyptian citizens and thus the Egyptian authorities do not automatically notify the U.S. Embassy when a dual national is detained, or provide information about their alleged crime. Family members, friends, and/or traveling companions may notify the ACS Unit at U.S. Embassy Cairo if the arrested U.S. citizen is unable to do so. U.S. citizenship does not provide protection from detention or arrest by Egyptian authorities and individuals detained may be subjected to prolonged interrogations and extended detention.  U.S. citizens arrested for any reason in Egypt may be deported, even if they are not convicted of a crime.  Detained U.S.-Egyptian citizens have been asked by the Government of Egypt to renounce their Egyptian citizenship as a condition of their deportation to the United States.

Consular officers must obtain authorization from Egyptian authorities to visit American detainees.

• Entering or exiting Egypt with more than $10,000 is prohibited. Attempting to enter or depart Egypt with any instruments of currency in the sum of more than $10,000 could result in the confiscation of the money over $10,000 and other penalties.

Importation of all types of drones, including small civilian drones used for personal or touristic purposes is strictly prohibited. Potential penalties for violating are harsh, and a recently passed law authorizes the death penalty for using a drone in support of terrorist activity.

Counterfeit and Pirated Goods: Although counterfeit and pirated goods are prevalent in many countries, they may still be illegal according to local laws. You may also pay fines or have to give them up if you bring them back to the United States. See the U.S. Department of Justice website for more information.

Cultural Property:  Travelers should note that Egyptian law prohibits the unauthorized removal of antiquities (including historic coins, ceramics, and architectural elements) both from archaeological sites and other sources in Egypt. Egyptian law also forbids the intentional damaging of antiquities, such as inscribing or painting on them or attaching advertisements. The trade, sale, or export in antiquities is also heavily restricted and regulated. Travelers may be prosecuted if found to be looting or damaging archaeological sites, buying antiquities, or smuggling antiquities out of Egypt. Penalties include fines and/or imprisonment.

Faith-Based Travelers:  See the  Department of State’s International Religious Freedom Report .

LGBTI Travelers: LGBTI individuals face significant social stigma and discrimination in Egypt. Egyptian law does not criminalize same-sex sexual activity, but LGBTI persons and advocacy groups have reported harassment, intimidation, arrests, and other forms of abuse, including by police. There are also reports that authorities have used social media, dating websites, and cell phone apps to entrap persons suspected of being gay or transgender in an act of “debauchery,” which is a criminal offense that carries sentences of up to 10 years. Police have confiscated rainbow flags and sometimes detained their owners. See our  LGBTI Travel Information  page and sections 1c and 6 of our  Human Rights report  for further details.

ACCESSIBILITY:  While in Egypt, individuals with disabilities may find accessibility and accommodation very different from in the United States. Businesses and institutions in Egypt generally do not make special accommodations for persons with disabilities, and Egyptian authorities do not enforce laws mandating access to transportation, communication, and public buildings by persons with disabilities. Pedestrian sidewalks and walkways are limited, uneven, high, and sometimes used by cars and motorcycles.

Accommodations on public transportation are not offered for elderly individuals or persons with disabilities. Crosswalks are not in widespread use and motorists have the right of way. Pedestrians should exercise extreme caution.

Students:  See the  Students Abroad  page and  FBI travel tips .

Women Travelers:  Many women travel safely each year without incident. However, when it comes to health and security, women travelers are more likely to be affected by religious and cultural beliefs of the foreign countries they visit. The truth is that women face greater obstacles, especially when travelling alone.

Women, especially those traveling alone, should exercise particular care in crowds, on public transportation, in rural areas, and in isolated sections of temple and pyramid complexes. Women have been groped in taxis and while in public places.

The Embassy continues to receive reports of U.S. citizen women subject to domestic violence, sexual harassment, verbal abuse, and rape in Egypt.

Some Egyptian NGOs provide assistance to victimized women within the Egyptian community. Women victimized overseas may be entitled to receive compensation for counseling and/or other services such as relocating back to the United States.

For further information see the travel tips for  Women Travelers .

For emergency services in Egypt, dial 123 .

Ambulance services are not widely available and training and availability of emergency responders may be below U.S. standards.

Insurance:  Travelers should make sure their health insurance plan covers them when outside of the United States.

• The U.S Embassy cannot pay medical bills.
• U.S. Medicare does not pay overseas.
• Doctors and hospitals often expect cash payment for health services.
• The U.S. Embassy strongly recommends  supplemental insurance  to cover medical evacuation, since medical transport out of the country can be prohibitively expensive or logistically impossible. 
• See the webpage for more  information on insurance providers for overseas coverage . 

Medical Care:

Emergency and intensive care facilities are limited. Most Nile cruise boats do not have a ship's doctor, but some employ a medical practitioner. Hospital facilities in Luxor, Aswan, and Sharm el Sheikh are adequate, but they are inadequate at most other ports-of-call. The Egyptian ambulance service hotline is 123. Although availability of ambulances is improving, getting them through Cairo traffic can be very challenging.

Beaches on the Mediterranean and Red Sea coasts are generally unpolluted. However, persons who swim in the Nile or its canals, walk barefoot in stagnant water, or drink untreated water are at risk of exposure to bacterial and other infections and the parasitic disease schistosomiasis (bilharzia).

It is generally safe to eat freshly prepared cooked food in hotels, on Nile cruise boats, and in mainstream restaurants. When selecting a restaurant, travelers should select a clean and reputable place, eat only freshly prepared, cooked foods, avoid all uncooked food including raw fruits and vegetables. Tap water in some locations is not potable. It is best to drink bottled water or water that has been boiled and filtered. Well-known brands of bottled beverages are generally considered to be safe if the seal is intact.

Although the Embassy cannot provide medical advice or provide medical services to the public,  a list of hospitals and doctors in Egypt  can be found on the Embassy website.

Prescriptions:  Travelers should carry prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. 

Vaccinations:  Travelers should be up-to-date on all recommended  vaccinations , per CDC’s information. 

Further Health Information:

• World Health Organization
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  (CDC)

Travel and Transportation

Traffic Laws:  Although the enforcement of traffic laws generally is lax, foreigners are subject to extra scrutiny and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs could result in arrest or detainment.

Road Conditions and Safety:  Driving in Egypt is extremely hazardous. Egypt has one of the highest occurrences of road fatalities per mile driven in the world. Intercity roads are generally in good condition, but unmarked surfaces, pedestrians, stray animals, sandstorms and fog, vehicles without lights, and disabled vehicles without reflectors are among the many hazards present on highways, especially after dark.

Driving Cairo’s busy maze of streets can be an extreme challenge to foreigners, especially those used to a culture of structured rules and regulations. Even residents of Cairo must use extreme care and situational awareness to navigate the capital’s hectic streets. Impatient drivers typically ignore traffic rules, which police seldom enforce. Most traffic lights in Cairo do not function; instead, police officers, using finger and hand movements to direct traffic, normally staff the main intersections.

Vehicle accidents remain a significant safety concern.

Visitors thinking about driving in Egypt should carefully consider other options, such as a taxi or hired driver. If visitors decide to drive, it is essential that they take the utmost precautions and drive defensively. Drivers should be prepared for unlit vehicles at night, few road markings, vehicles traveling at high rates of speed, vehicles traveling the wrong way on one-way streets, divided highways, and connecting ramps, pedestrians dodging in and out of traffic, and domesticated animals on the roadways. Motorists should be especially cautious during the rare winter rains, which can cause extremely slippery road surfaces and localized flooding; Egyptian drivers are not familiar with driving in wet conditions, making such periods particularly hazardous.

Pedestrians should also exercise extreme caution on high-volume/high-velocity streets, like Cairo’s Corniche, which follows the eastern bank of the Nile River, and Alexandria’s Corniche along the Mediterranean.

Public Transportation:  Public buses and microbuses are not safe, and Embassy personnel are prohibited from using them. Embassy personnel are also prohibited from traveling on Cairo’s metro system. Embassy personnel are prohibited from traveling by train, which is a particularly unsafe means of transportation, with regular accidents that sometimes involve mass casualties.

Embassy personnel are generally prohibited from traveling outside the greater Cairo and Alexandria areas by motor vehicle, with the exception of travel to beach resorts on the western side of the Red Sea and near Alexandria. Furthermore, Embassy policy prohibits personal travel via privately-owned vehicle to any part of the Sinai Peninsula or the Western Desert.

Please refer to our  Road Safety page  for more information.

AVIATION SAFETY OVERSIGHT:   The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the government of Egypt’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Egypt’s air carrier operations. Further information may be found on the  FAA’s safety assessment page .

Maritime Travel:  Mariners planning travel to Egypt should check for U.S. maritime advisories and alerts at the  Maritime Security Communications with Industry Web Portal . Information may also be posted to the  U.S. Coast Guard homeport website  and as a broadcast warning on the  National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency’s website . 

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• Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
• See the  State Department’s travel website  for the  Worldwide Caution  and  Travel Advisories .
• Follow us on  Twitter  and  Facebook .

Egypt was cited in the State Department’s 2023 Annual Report to Congress on International Child Abduction for demonstrating a pattern of non-compliance with respect to international parental child abduction. Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in Egypt . For additional IPCA-related information, please see the  International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act ( ICAPRA )  report.”

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• Wednesday, 08 May 2024

Egypt announces new visa measures for Canadian citizens

Ahram online , thursday 31 aug 2023.

Canadian Passport holders who do not hail from Egyptian origin will no longer be able to obtain a visa upon arrival at ports of entry and must obtain an advance visa from any Egyptian embassy or consulate abroad starting 1 October.

The new measure is part of new visa measures which were announced by the Embassy of Egypt in Ottawa on its Facebook page on Tuesday.

Meanwhile, Canadian citizens of Egyptian origin who are travelling on a Canadian Passport were given two options to enter the country, according to the embassy.

Option 1: They can obtain a paid visa upon arrival at ports of entry by presenting a certificate from Egyptian embassies or consulates that notarize their Egyptian nationality.

Option 2: They can obtain free advance visas from Egyptian embassies and consulates by providing any document that proves their Egyptian nationality (birth certificate, national ID card or passport), regardless of the document's expiry.

In this case, they can email all documentation required to obtain a visa to the Egypt embassy in Ottawa for processing or can apply in person at the embassy headquarters or the Consulate General of Egypt in Montreal, added the embassy.

Canada is home to some 300,000 who hail from Egyptian origin, according to some estimates.

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How to apply for an Egypt visa, according to the Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa

•   09-07-2023  11:33 am
•   Michael Pihach

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Michael Pihach is an award-winning journalist with a keen interest in digital storytelling. In addition to PAX, Michael has also written for CBC Life, Ryerson University Magazine, IN Magazine, and DailyXtra.ca. Michael joins PAX after years of working at popular Canadian television shows, such as Steven and Chris, The Goods and The Marilyn Denis Show.

This article is from Sept. 7, 2023, and may contain out-of-date information. For the latest on Egypt's visa application process, click here .

Egypt’ s new visa requirement for Canadian travellers has been nothing short of confusing, as PAX has  documented  over these past few days, but a posting from the Egyptian Embassy may shed some clarity on the matter.

According to instructions acquired at Egypt’s embassy in Ottawa , visa applications for Egypt can be completed both in person and by mail.

If applying by mail, applicants must submit a visa application form, their passport, two passport photos, their travel itinerary/booking information and $150 (CAD) either in cash or money order – in a prepaid return envelope – the document shows.

READ MORE : “A blow” to agents & operators: Tour ops, ACTA respond to Egypt visa debacle

The document lists two mailing addresses: one for Egypt’s Embassy in Ottawa (454 Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, ON, K1N 6R3) and one for Egypt’s Consulate General in Montreal (1800 McGill College Avenue, suite 900, Montreal, QC, H3A 3J6),

PAX obtained a copy of the document from G Adventures , who sent a staffer to Egypt’s embassy in Ottawa this week to seek out official information about the new visa process, which is set to take affect this fall.

Starting Oct. 1, 2023, Canadian passport holders will have to visit Egypt's embassy in Ottawa or consulate in Montreal, or go the snail mail route, to apply for a visa before they leave the country.

The policy update is listed on Global Affairs Canada's travel page , and it complicates a process that was once quite simple.

Previously, Egypt-bound travellers could obtain visas upon arrival at Cairo airport, or obtain an e-visa before departure through an online portal.

Under the new rules, those carrying an electronic visa on or after Oct 1, will be denied boarding and/or entry into Egypt as their e-visa will be considered void.

“We hope common sense will prevail"

The news has lacked instructions and details, as per feedback collected from travel advisors and tour operators this week.

The policy also appears to have been implemented without any heads up.

In a statement to PAX on Wednesday (Sept. 6), David Green , managing director for G Adventures , which sells Egypt, said it’s “disappointing” to have received little warning of the new visa changes, “which do little to support Canadian travellers.”

“This is a blow to both Canadian travel agents trying to support their clients and operators like G Adventures that send thousands of travellers to Egypt each year,” Green said yesterday. “Other than the announcement that was made, there have been no details provided around the process to obtain visas. It has also proven impossible to reach the embassy for clarification on the new process.”

READ MORE:  " There’s nothing official”: Agents, tour ops left in dark about Egypt’s new visa process

Green added that an online application form “should be the minimum expectation,” which doesn’t appear to be available beyond September.

“We hope common sense will prevail and at the very least the visa changes are delayed until a later date, allowing more notice for travellers and for efficient processes to be established,” Green said. “Failure to do so will lead to thousands of Canadian travellers cancelling their travel plans to Egypt.”

Green is urging members of CATO and ACTA to raise this issue with the government, “as this new visa rule needs to be reversed or, at the very least, delayed.”

Wendy Paradis , president of ACTA, told PAX yesterday that it is "extremely frustrating" that travel plans for Canadians are being disrupted by sudden visa processing changes for Egypt.

"It is important that governments understand the impact their decisions have on individuals and families," Paradis said Wednesday.

She confirmed that ACTA has reached out to both Canadian and Egyptian officials expressing the challenges of the decision on travellers and the Canadian and Egyptian travel industries.

One reason for the confusion is that travel advisors and tour operators have had a difficult time trying to reach Egypt’s Embassy and Consulate for details.

“I’ve been trying to call and email them. The phones are never answered, the mailboxes are full,” Jayne Mandic  of Marlin Travel  in Peterborough, ON, told PAX earlier this week.

Mandic has clients travelling to Egypt this October. She said they will likely apply for a visa in person as they are not comfortable sending their passports in the mail.

But even the in-person method offers no guarantees. The Egyptian consulate in Montreal only operates for a few hours in the morning, while the embassy in Ottawa has limited hours in the morning and afternoon.

“You can’t call to see if you need to make an appointment. You could show up, but still, nothing could happen,” Mandic said.

There’s also the question of whether Egypt’s offices have the resources to handle a sudden spike in visa requests.

The processing times for an Egyptian visa, whether requested in person or by mail, in the current climate, isn’t 100 per cent clear.

Steve Born , chief marketing officer for the Globus family of brands , which also sells Egypt, told PAX yesterday that Globus has departures for Egypt after Oct. 1, and has implemented flexible change policies.

"For those Avalon, Globus or Cosmos guests that are not able to obtain this visa before travel, we are allowing them to change dates without penalty to provide more time," Born said. "We hope a more convenient option for Canadian travellers going to Egypt is available soon."

Tom Smith, vice-president, sales and marketing, North America for  Intrepid Travel  said the company is “actively working with our resources to find the best solution for our Canadian customers.”

“This was very sudden and unexpected, leaving many with upcoming travel plans scrambling for information, so we recognize just how urgent this is,” Smith told PAX in a statement yesterday. “We are keeping a close watch alongside the industry for clarity and will continue to keep our travellers and partners updated with as much information as possible.”

Goway Travel ' s   Moira Smith , vice-president, Africa and Asia, has also spent the week trying to gain some clarity on the issue from Egypt’s Embassy and Consulate.

She said the phone lines for both offices have had “consistent busy signals” and offline websites.

“The best outcome will be if Canadian travellers to Egypt can apply for a visa through the Egyptian visa e-portal,” she said.

Travel warning raised

According to a CBC News   story , an email from the Egyptian embassy in Ottawa outlining the new visa application process for Egyptian nationals was sent Monday.

The change cited a "principle of reciprocity" and claimed the new rule is a response to Canadian measures that deny visas to Egyptian citizens, the report says.

It claims those measures are "offensive in nature to the dignity of the Egyptian state."

The Canadian government raised its travel warning for Egypt   on Aug. 31, advising Canadians to "exercise a high degree of caution," with regional travel advisories, due to the unpredictable security situation in the destination and the threat of terrorism.

The warning specifies a high degree of risk in Egypt's North Sinai   and Western Sahara  regions .

This is a developing story.

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Egypt e-Visa for Canadian Citizens

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Egypt e-Visa is an electronic travel visa that Canadian citizens can obtain without leaving their homes, entirely online . The whole application process can be completed online .

An approved e-Visa for Egypt allows its holder to travel for tourist or business purposes and stay in Egypt even up to 30 days . Depending on their travel needs, all Canadians can apply for one of the two available electronic Egypt visa types: single-entry and multiple-entry online visas .

The application form must be submitted no later than   7 business days before a trip to Egypt. Online e-Visa application is a way more convenient and straightforward alternative to get your obligatory travel document and at the same time save time and money.

You no longer need to arrange an Embassy visit, spend time and money to get there, and wait long hours waiting for your turn. Now, all of the visa-related procedures can be handled with your smartphone or any other electronic device with Internet access .

How to apply for an electronic Egypt visa from Canada?

Start submitting your application by clicking on the ' Apply Online ' button on the left-hand side. Next, you just need to go through 3 more intuitive steps , which are as follows:

• Provide your data : basic personal information, travel details, e-mail address, etc. Double-check that all the information entered is correct and move on to the next step.
• Cover the e-Visa fee : (the cost varies according to the e-Visa type selected) and check if the confirmation number was already e-mailed to you.
• Check your inbox : after approval of your application, a PDF file with your e-Visa will be delivered to your email inbox.

Egypt e-Visa processing time and fees for Canadian citizens

PROCESSING TIME

On average, our customers can expect the approval of their online Egypt visa applications within 71 hours from submitting the requests. It's extremely important for your online visa form to be error-free to avoid delays. Please note that any typo, misspelling, or misinformation, may extend the processing time .

Nevertheless, even though the average processing time is just 71 hours, all travelers must submit their applications at least 7 business days before their intended trip to Egypt to enjoy their e-Visa delivered on time !

E-VISA FOR EGYPT FEE

Depending on the type of online Egypt visa you decide to apply for, you will need to cover the following fee:

• 69 Euro - single-entry visa
• 99 Euro - multiple-entry visa

You can choose from many safe methods of online payment available on our website to cover the e-Visa issuing fee.

How long can Canadians stay in Egypt with an e-Visa?

Canadian passport holders can plan their stay in Egypt for a maximum of 30 days . This allowed period of time applies for both single-entry and multiple-entry electronic visas to Egypt.

VISA EXTENSION

Canadian holders of e-Visas to Egypt cannot prolong the validity of their visas. It's always obligatory to leave the country before e-Visa expiration. If you wish to revisit Egypt, you should exit the country and apply for a new e-Visa . Please note that online applications can be submitted only from outside Egypt !

Egypt e-Visa requirements for citizens of Canada

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

• a digital photo of your bio-data passport page : your Canadian passport needs to remain valid for a minimum of 6 months from your planned entry date to Egypt
• applicant's face photo : photos taken with a smartphone or PC camera are acceptable
• an invitation letter issued by an Egyptian host company - ONLY FOR BUSINESS TRAVELS
• an invitation letter issued by a family member residing in Egypt - ONLY FOR FAMILY TRIPS

IMPORTANT NOTES

• When going to Egypt with kids, don't forget to apply for an individual e-Visa for every child traveling with you. Underage travelers cannot apply for e-Visa on their own. Parents or legal guardians need to submit applications on their behalf .
• Electronic visas don't function as work permits. It means that you can make a business trip to Egypt, but an Egyptian company cannot directly employ you .
• An online visa is directly linked to your passport data. The moment your passport number or any data on it changes, your e-Visa will become automatically invalid .
• Upon your entry to the country, you will need to show your valid passport together with a printout copy of your valid electronic visa .

Is it safe to use Evisa Express to get an Egypt e-Visa?

Evisa Express operates as an independent agency that has no associations with any governmental institution. Our company provides professional assistance to connect you with our visa as soon as possible, without any hassle .

Should your e-Visa application fail to be approved , we will analyze it and make corrections whenever possible . Moreover, you can contact our helpdesk whenever you encounter any problems during the application process or simply obtain all electronic visa-related information , like, e.g., visa requirements.

It's extremely rare that our customers don't get the approval of their online visa applications. 97% of positively processed Egypt e-Visa applications can confirm the effectiveness of our services.

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Egypt Visa For Canadians: Egypt Visa Requirements, And How To Apply

Last Updated : 03 May 2024

Traveling to Egypt and need to apply for an Egypt Visa from Canada?

No stress! Today I'll discuss the most important points of the Egypt visa for Canadians and how you can apply for one .

Let's get started

Do Canadians Need A Visa For Egypt?

Yes. You must have a visa to visit Egypt. However, suppose you are traveling to Egypt with a regular Canadian passport. In that case, you may obtain a tourist visa at an Egyptian airport upon arrival.

How To Get Your Egypt Visa Effortlessly From Canada?

Getting a visa doesn’t have to be a drag and tiring, especially when Atlys can help you with your Egypt visa for Canadians application.

It’s easy and hassle-free, and you will get step-by-step instructions for visa application.

It only takes a few minutes, so you will be traveling in no time.

You no longer have to struggle to pay the visa fees.

Everything you need for a visa application such as hotel itinerary , flight itinerary , or visa photo , you can get it directly on the app!

Everything About The Egypt Visa for Canadians

Applying for an Egyptian visa can be frustrating when you don’t know where to start.

Here are the basic things to know about the Egypt visa:

What Is The Egypt Visa And Why Do I Need One?

Can canadians apply for a egypt visa on arrival.

What Are The Types Of Visas For Egypt ?

How Long Can I Stay In Egypt With A Valid Visa?

What is the egypt visa fee, what is the egypt visa processing time, how can i extend my egypt visa.

An Egypt e-Visa (electronic visa) is an official document that allows you to enter Egypt from Canada. You may also apply for an Egypt tourist visa online via the official website of the Egyptian government or get the visa on arrival. But it is highly recommended that you get an Egypt visa for Canadians before traveling.

Engaging in business or employment without a requisite permit or pass is an offense. The possession of an e-Visa is not the final authority to enter The Arab Republic of Egypt.

Yes. you Canadians can get an Egypt visa on arrival. However, you need to have the correct travel documents with you.

Can Canadians Apply For A Egypt Visa Online?

Yes. citizens of Canada can apply for an Egypt visa online.

What Are The Types Of Visas For Egypt?

Unlike most countries where there are a lot of visa types. Egypt has only two types of visa available:

Tourist visa: This visa is given to citizens of Canada as a single entry visa or multiple entry visas. It is for tourism purposes only.

Business visa: This visa is given to citizens of Canada who want to go to Egypt for business, trade exhibitions, or training courses.

The Egypt visa allows Canadian passport holders to stay for 30 days with a valid single entry visa.

When you apply, you can choose the type of visa you want. It should relate to the purpose of your trip. The Tourism Visa has two entries, which makes the visa fees differ.

Single entry visa: USD 25

Multiple entries visa: USD 60

The visa fee is paid through the website using a credit card and is also non-refundable. Your payment will be effective in 24 hours.

The Egypt visa for Canadians is processed in approximately 7 business days after you have completed the online application form and paid the visa fee.

Yes. Canadian citizens who wish to extend their stay in Egypt go to the Immigration Authority of Egypt. The Embassy of Canada doesn’t issue documents to assist in extending the period of stay in Egypt. Suppose you want to stay for more than one month and have obtained a visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate. In that case, a 30-day visa will be stamped in your passport regardless of the visa previously granted. You are responsible for renewing this visa.

Egypt Visa Requirements For Canadian Nationals

Before we start with the application, you need to know the visa requirements that you need to meet

What Are The Required Documents For The Egypt EVisa?

What are the egypt visa photo requirements.

If you were wondering ‘What Are The Required Documents For The Egypt EVisa?’ worry not. The requirements are straightforward.

A Valid passport when visiting Egypt, your passport should be valid for 6 months from the date you arrive.

Photographs, you must provide two recent colored passport-sized photographs (45mm x 35mm) taken against a white background.

Application form you can get it from the consulate general if you’re applying through the Egypt Embassy.

Since you'll need to submit photographs, you need to make sure that your photo meets the requirements. Here are the requirements:

You must provide two colors of passport-size photographs

Taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper

With a white background free of shadows

Be 45mm x 35mm in size

Full frontal view of your head with your face centered, show a neutral expression

Don't wear glasses or headwear except for religious purposes

You can use the Atlys visa photo tool , to get a picture that meets the request.

Egypt Visa Application From Canada

Before we apply, here is what you need to know about the visa application.

Where Can I Apply For The Egypt Visa?

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Through Atlys, it has free tools to ease your application process like the Photo tool for Atlys, hotel itinerary for Atlys, and Tools flight itinerary for atlys for free! .

Through your nearest Egyptian consulate, you can go to the nearest Egypt embassy in Ottawa, Canada, or the General Consulate of Egypt in Montreal, Canada.

Directly on the Egyptian government website , you can complete your application online on the Egypt visa portal.

Each adult visitor to the Arab Republic of Egypt must submit e-Visa applications in their personal account. Parents can apply for their children from the parent’s account.

Step 1 Create An Account: You need to create an account on the Egyptian government portal with your first name, surname, email address, and password.

Step 2 Confirm Your Account Registration: You’ll receive an email to verify your email. Follow the instructions to confirm your account. Don’t forget to check your spam inbox if you can’t find the email.

Step 3 Login Egypt Evisa Portal: Enter your account details to log in. You’ll need your email and password.

Step 4 Select Apply Now: You can start your visa application process.

Step 5 Select The Type Of Visa: You have to choose the Egypt visa type and then read the instructions to continue.

Step 6 Fill In The Egypt eVisa Application Form: Fill in your information such as Traveling Information, applicant information, Passport information, Contact details, and supporting documents.

Step 7 Pay Your Egypt Visa Fees: You can pay using a Visa card, MasterCard, or other debit cards.

Step 8 Await Approval Via Email: After your application, you have to wait for the approval and download and print the Egypt eVisa from your account.

Step 9 Present your printed e-Visa to the immigration officer at the port of entry.

You can apply for an Egypt visa at the Embassy in Canada. Here is the Egypt visa application process is as follows:

Step 1: Contact Embassy You have to contact the Egyptian embassy near you to set up an appointment

Step 2: Complete the Egypt Visa Application Form: You can get the application form at the embassy/consulate offices

Step 3: Gather the Required Documents You have to gather all the required documents before you go to the embassy

Step 4: Pay the Egypt Visa Fee payment of the visa fee, you may have to pay it prior to applying through bank transfer or at the actual visa counter at the embassy/consulate in cash.

Step 5: Submit the Documents and application at the Egyptian embassy/consulate. Check with them regarding the submission process, since some offices require you to submit the documents in person, whereas others also allow submissions through the mail.

Step 6: Wait for The Visa to Be Processed The consulate might require an interview if they see fit. You can pick up your passport with the visa attached if the application is approved.

You can apply for the Egypt visa easily through Atlys easy and fast.

Can’t wait to go to Egypt after you have applied for your Egypt evisa? Worry not. In this section, I discuss how you can check your visa status.

Step 1 Go to the Egypt Evisa portal

Step 2 Click on the application process

Step 3 Enter your login details

Step 4 You’ll get your application status

Here is what you can expect when traveling to Egypt from Canada. These are the entry requirements in Cairo you’ll need when you arrive:

Valid passport for at least 6 months from arrival date.

Egypt eVisa printout

Travel itinerary

Supporting letter, e.g., a letter from the company or invitation letter for business/family visits.

Hotel bookings/details about places to visit if going as a tourist

Now You Are Ready For Egypt

After completing your Egypt visa application, you are ready to embark on an amazing trip to Egypt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

No. Citizens of Canada need a visa to travel to Egypt. You can apply through the Egypt portal or through the consular.

If your visa is denied, you’ll receive an email stating why. Then, you can start a new application and pay the visa fee again.

You can pay through the website using a credit card.

Applicants from the following countries can apply for an e-visa through the website:

A lbania, Australia, Austria, B elgium, Bulgaria, C anada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, D enmark, E stonia, F inland, France, G ermany, Greece, H oly See, Hungary, I celand, Ireland, Italy, J apan, K orea, Republic of L atvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, M acedonia, Malta, Moldova, Republic of Monaco, Montenegro, N etherlands, New Zealand, Norway, P oland, Portugal, R omania, Russian Federation S erbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland U kraine, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America.

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Egypt e-Visa Requirements for Citizens of Canada

Starting from October 1, 2023, citizens from Canada will not be able to apply for a visa online before traveling to Egypt. They will have to get the visa from an Egyptian embassy or consulate.

Canadian passport holders can get an Egypt Electronic Visa (e-Visa) quickly and easily by applying online.

The Egyptian e-Visa for Canadians is regarded as the most convenient way to visit the country as a tourist. This digital system cuts out the need to deal with visa paperwork in person at an embassy.

Applicants must simply meet a few basic Egypt e-Visa requirements for citizens of Canada.

Do Canadian Passport Holders Need a Visa for Egypt? 

Yes, passenger traveling with a Canadian passport must show a valid visa for Egypt upon arrival. The easiest way to get an Egyptian tourist visa for Canadian citizens is by completing a short application online.

The Egyptian visa policy states that the Egypt e-Visa for Canadians can be used for visits of up to 30 days for tourism . Travelers have the option of choosing between a single-entry and a multiple-entry visa.

Canadian applicants will receive their e-Visa for Egypt rapidly . Most applications are processed within 4 business days — and often even sooner.

Holders of passports issued by Canada interested to travel to Egypt for purposes other than tourism or for a more stable period of time, such as employment or studies, should request a visit to the Egyptian embassy in Ottawa or the Consulate in Montreal for further details.

What is the Egypt e-Visa for Canadians? 

The Egypt e-Visa for Canadian citizens is an electronic tourist visa that allows the holder to visit the Arab Republic of Egypt for up to 30 days on vacation.

The huge advantage of the e-Visa is that it can be obtained online from the comfort of your own home. The digital system processes the visa much faster than traditional embassy visas.

The government of Egypt introduced the Egyptian e-Visa in 2017. It is available to citizens of selected nationalities, including Canada, and is designed to make it easier for international visitors to authorize their trip to Egypt.

The online Egypt visa for Canadians has the following specifications:

• Valid for 3 months from the date of issue
• Single and multiple-entry options available
• Canadians can stay up to 30 days per entry
• Permits visits for tourism

Do Canadian families need an e-Visa for Egypt for their children?

Yes , each traveler must arrive in Egypt with their own individual e-Visa. Canadian parents or guardians can submit an e-Visa application on behalf of their dependents.

What Do Canadian Citizens Require to Apply for the Egypt e-Visa?

Canadians must meet Egypt’s basic visa conditions for Canadian passport holders to apply. These include providing the following:

• Canadian passport valid for at least 6 months on their arrival date
• Frequently used email address
• D ebit or credit card
• A ccommodation details in Egypt
• Digital image of the passport’s biographical page

Canadians with a passport set to expire in less than 6 months will need to renew it before requesting the Egyptian e-Visa.

The e-Visa is electronically linked to the registered passport . If you renew or have to replace your Canadian passport after having applied for the e-Visa, then it will no longer be valid. Simply reapply using your new travel document.

How Can You Get an Egypt e-Visa from Canada?

Canadian travelers can apply for the Egypt e-Visa by completing a short online questionnaire. They will be required to provide personal, passport, and other travel details. Travelers need to ensure that all the details (summarized below) they provide are accurate and match those shown on their passport:

• Citizenship
• Passport date of issue
• Passport expiry date
• Email address
• Accommodation details
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Travel itinerary
• Type of entry required

During their application process, they will also be required to upload a digital copy of their passport’s biographical page. Once Canadian applicants have filled in the answers and uploaded the required documents, they conclude the e-Visa request by paying the processing fee . Most international cards are accepted, and applicants must simply ensure the card they plan to use is activated for online payments.

How Long Does It Take to Get the Egypt e-Visa from Canada?

Most Canadian applicants will receive their approved Egyptian e-Visa within 4 business days . Many visas are approved even sooner than this.

Travelers are advised to apply in good time before their trip to be on the safe side. Occasionally, there may be delays due to a high volume of applicants or issues with the information provided. It is generally recommended to apply at least a week before the journey .

Traveling from Canada to Egypt with the e-Visa

Canadian visitors must download their e-Visa once they receive it. We recommend they print out a copy and keep it with their passport. Once they reach Egypt, they will be required to display both documents at border control before entering the country.

Canadians with dual citizenship should remember to travel to Egypt with the same passport they used for the application process. The e-Visa is a unique online visa and cannot be used with more than one travel document.

Canadian citizens are advised to plan their departure from Egypt before their Egypt e-Visa expires to avoid fines associated with overstaying. Travelers who wish to stay in Egypt longer can leave the country temporarily and reapply for a new e-Visa .

Can Canadians obtain an Egyptian Visa on Arrival?

Yes, Canadian passport holders who have just arrived in Egypt are authorized to obtain a visa on arrival. Nevertheless, this option only allows for a single entry into the country and often entails waiting in line at border control.

There is also the risk that if the visa on arrival application is rejected for any reason, you will not be allowed to enter Egypt and will have to purchase a flight back to Canada.

The e-Visa is a much quicker and convenient choice for Canadian tourists and brings the peace of mind of having an approved visa before you travel.

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Do Canadians need a visa for Egypt?

If you're Canadian and Egypt's calling, you're likely wondering about visa needs. Here's the scoop: Canadians do need a visa for Egypt .

Let's break down how to apply for the Egypt Visa as a Canadian citizen.

Do Canadians require a visa for Egypt?

As mentioned, Canadian citizens need a visa to enter Egypt for both tourism and business. A paper or embassy visa is the only visa available for Canadian travelers visiting Egypt .

How do Canadians apply for an Egypt Visa?

Unfortunately, Canadians are not eligible for the Egypt eVisa. This means you have to visit the nearest Egyptian Embassy or Consulate to get one.

Contact the embassy near you for more info and follow the instructions.

Who to contact with more questions about the Egypt Visa?

Contact us for more info about traveling to Egypt or another country as a Canadian citizen. Our customer service team is also available via WhatsApp /

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