Insufficient or incorrect applications will be returned at the applicant’s expense.

Visa Requirements

Kindly bring or mail 2 copies of the original documents (unless three copies are requested below) when you apply for a visa.

For more information on Best Cities in Egypt to visit, Activities & Events in Egypt, please visit the Official website “The Egyptian Tourism Authority” on the link below: https://egypt.travel/

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All Americans require a visa to enter Egypt

For Tourist Visa: AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with ONE photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • ONE 2″ x 2″, recent high-definition personal passport photo on white background (the photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • If applying by Mail, all payments are in Cashier’s Check  Only payable to the Consulate of Egypt.( We DO NOT accept MONEY ORDER or PERSONAL CHECKS). If applying in person, Cash will be accepted
  • Mailed Applications: Please ONLY provide Express Mail or Certified Mail (pre-addressed pre-stamped envelope) for the return of the passports/Documents. We do not take responsibility for any loss that may occur in mailing.
  • Mailing Address: Consulate of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008
  • Download application form here
  • Fees: $27 (Single Entry) or $62 (Multiple Entry). Exact change is required. If applying by Mail (see below for further information on the mailing process), all payments are in Cashier’s Check Only from a U.S. Bank payable to the Consulate of Egypt. If applying in person, Cash will be accepted.

For Tourist Visa: Non-AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY (ONLY FOR APPLICANT’S NOT INCLUDED ON THE LIST OF COUNTRIES BELOW)

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with ONE photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • ONE 2″ x 2″, recent high-definition personal passport photo on white background (the photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
  • TWO copies of School registration for Student Visa Holders ONLY
  • TWO photocopies of round-trip ticket or confirmed itinerary (This policy/rule is not applicable to certain nationalities/ Email: consulate@egyptembassy.net)
  • Download application form here
  • Fees: $27 (Single Entry) or $62 (Multiple Entry) (except for UK, Canada, Zimbabwe, and Nigerian (preapproval is required for Nigerian visa applicants) passport holders, fees are on the link here: Click here for the visa fee ). Exact change is required. If applying by Mail (see below for further information on the mailing process), all payments are in Cashier’s Check Only from a U.S. Bank payable to the Consulate of Egypt. If applying in person, Cash will be accepted.

OR Apply for E-Visa ( For Tourist Visa ONLY ) and kindly refer to the list of the countries that are eligible for the service. Also, if you have any questions in regards to an E-visa application, kindly contact them through their website as the Egyptian consulate doesn’t have an access to the portal to assist you.

Notes: For Uzbekistan passport holders applying for a visa 21 years old and under they require a visa and have to be accompanied by a parent to travel to Egypt.

Official  Electronic Visa Portal for touristic visits for selected countries : www.visa2egypt.gov.eg (Note: when you apply for an Evisa for any inquires, kindly directed to the help page on their website)

https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg/eVisa/ContactUs?VISTK=QRQ1-FD6W-XA4E-F09V-OABY-JAMD-9LR9-ZKEV-CAOQ-1SEE-MD0X-PLM9-S5YP-6TPL-3C24-6XDG

For Business Visa: AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip and financial guarantee of the company
  • Download application form here
  • Fees: $62 (Single Entry) or $87 (Multiple Entry). Exact change is required. If applying by Mail (see below for further information on the mailing process), all payments are in Cashier’s Check Only from a U.S. Bank payable to the Consulate of Egypt. If applying in person, Cash will be accepted.

For Business Visa: Non-AMERICAN PASSPORT HOLDERS (ONLY FOR APPLICANT’S NOT INCLUDED ON THE LIST OF COUNTRIES BELOW)

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa
  • TWO copies of the letter from the company indicating the detailed purpose of the trip (Name of person, Company the person working for in the US, Company will be working for in Egypt, Conference/Seminar attending, Dates traveling to Egypt, How long will be staying in Egypt) and financial guarantee of the company
  • TWO copies of round-trip ticket or confirmed itinerary
  • Download application form here
  • Fees: $62 (Single Entry) or $87 (Multiple Entry) (except for UK, Canada, Zimbabwe, and Nigerian (preapproval is required for Nigerian visa applicants) passport holders, fees are on the link here: Click here for the visa fee ).Exact change is required. If applying by Mail (see below for further information on the mailing process), all payments are in Cashier’s Check Only from a U.S. Bank payable to the Consulate of Egypt. If applying in person, Cash will be accepted.

Notes: For Uzbekistan passport holders applying for a visa 21 years old and under they require a visa and have to be accompanied by a parent to travel to Egypt.

Diplomatic Passport Holder:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and TWO copies of the completed application form with a photo
  • Two 2″ x 2″, recent high-definition personal passport photos on white background (the photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus three copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • Three copies of diplomatic notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
  • Download application form here

Official Passport Holder:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and Two copy of the completed application form with a photo
  • Three 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus Three copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • Three copies of official notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
  • Download application form here

United Nations Laissez Passer Holder:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and Two copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • Actual Passport plus Three copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • Three copies of official notes stating detailed purpose and dates of travel
  • Download application form here

If you are part of the list of countries that require pre-approval or have a Travel Document, Please provide the following requirements. Kindly check the list of countries from the link here:

  • Fully completed and signed visa application form with one photo stapled to the form and ONE copy of the completed application form with photo
  • TWO 2″ x 2″, recent high definition personal passport photos on white background (photo must be no more than 6 months old)
  • TWO copies of the information page (still valid for at least 6 months) and has an empty Visa page
  • TWO copies of green card (front and back) or valid U.S. Visa (valid for more than 6 months)
  • TWO copies of employment verification for work-visa holders
  • TWO copies of School registration for Student Visa Holders ONLY
  • Please note that MINIMUM wait time for clearance is a minimum of 6-8 weeks
  • If the visa application is approved, You will be contacted to bring or mail the required documents and fees. Fees are $62 for a single entry except for Nigerian passport holders.
  • Download application form here

For applicants who requires pre-approval you are advised not to make any travel plans until you are contacted by the consulate.

Kindly bring original documents with copies if you apply in person in addition to your driver license.

Nationalities that require Pre Approval prior to the Consulate granting a visa are as follows :

Kindly note that the Consular Section in DC only accepts Pre-Approval applications received by mail or in-person from the states we serve (Delaware – Florida – Georgia – Maryland – N. Carolina -S. Carolina- Virginia – Washington, D.C. – West Virginia). If you reside in another state not mentioned above, kindly contact the Egyptian consulate that has your jurisdiction from the link here:

  • Afghanistan
  • Algeria
  • Bangladesh
  • Bhutan
  • Bosnia – (of Egyptian Origin)
  • Burundi
  • Cambodia
  • Chad
  • China
  • Comoros Islands
  • Congo
  • Cyprus
  • Djibouti
  • Eritrea
  • Ethiopia
  • Ghana
  • India (excluding employees at International Organizations or with an official Invitation letter from Egyptian Ministry)
  • Indonesia
  • Iran
  • Iraq
  • Israel
  • Kosovo
  • Laos
  • Lebanon (ages 16 to 50 years old)
  • Liberia
  • Libya-(men ages 18-45 years old)
  • Maldives
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Moldova (Female ages 15 to 35 years old)
  • Mongolia
  • Morocco
  • Myanmar
  • Nepal
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • North Korea
  • Pakistan
  • Palestine (Male ages 18 to 40 years old)
  • Peoples Republic of China
  • Philippines
  • Rwanda
  • Sierra Leone
  • Somalia
  • South Sudan
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sudan (If only using US Travel Document)
  • South Sudan (If only using US Travel Document)
  • Syria
  • Thailand
  • Tunis
  • Turkey (Male and Female ages 18 to 45 years old)
  • Travel Document
  • Yemen (16-50 Years old)

If applying by Mail, all payments are in Cashier’s Check Only from a U.S. Bank payable to the Consulate of Egypt. If applying in person, Cash will be accepted.

Note: In cases, Biometric data is required an appointment will be set for personal appearance.

MAILED DOCUMENTS: Please ONLY provide a pre-paid United States Postal Service (USPS) mailer with a tracking number. Use of other mailing services is not accepted. The Consulate will not be held responsible for any loss of documents by mail. We do not take responsibility for any loss that may occur in mailing.

Mailing Address: Consulate of the Arab Republic of Egypt, 3521 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008

Telephone: 202-966-6342 (PLEASE NOTE: Phone lines operate from 9:30am to 1:00pm ONLY)

Fax: 202-244-5131

Hours: 9:30 A.M – 12:30 P. M. (Monday to Friday)

MOST Applications are processed in AT LEAST 10 BUSINESS DAYS (plus mailing for mailed application). 

NOTE: Please follow jurisdiction when applying for a visa or any consular services

Egyptian Consulates in the United States:

Egyptian Consulate -Washington, D.C. Website: egyptembassy.net
(Serving: Delaware – Florida – Georgia – Maryland – N. Carolina -S. Carolina- Virginia – Washington, D.C. – West Virginia)
3521 International Court, N.W.
Washington, D. C. 20008
Tel # 1 (202) 966-6342Fax # 1(202) 244-5131
E-mail: consulate@egyptembassy.net

Egyptian Consulate – Chicago Website: www.egyptinchicago.org
(Serving: Illinois- Indiana- Iowa- Kentucky- Michigan -Minnesota- Nebraska- N. Dakota-S. Dakota –Wisconsin)
180 N. Michigan Ave,
Suite #1150
Chicago, IL 60601
Tel # 1(312) 332-7210 / 4/ 6 Fax# 1(312) 828-9167
E-mail: consulateofegyptchicago@gmail.com

Egyptian Consulate- Houston Website: www.consulateofegypthouston.com/en/consular-services/
(Serving: Alabama – Arkansas – Colorado – Kansas – Louisiana -Mississippi – Missouri –New Mexico – Oklahoma –Tennessee – Texas)
5718 Westheimer St. Suite # 1350
Houston, TX 77057
Tel # 1 (713) 961-4915 or 1(713) 961-4916
Fax # 1(713) 977-0323

Egyptian Consulate – Los Angeles Website: www.egyconsulatela.com
(Serving: Alaska – Arizona – California – Idaho – Hawaii – Montana – Nevada – Oregon – Washington – Wyoming – Utah)
6300 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 1890
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Tel # 1(323) 933-9700 or 1 (323) 933-9757 or 1 (323) 933-1401
Fax # 1(323) 933-9725
Email: egyconsulatela@egyconsulatela.com

Egyptian Consulate – New York Website: www.egypt-nyc.com
(Serving: Connecticut- Maine- Massachusetts – New Hampshire-New Jersey- Ohio- Pennsylvania- Puerto Rico – Rhode Island -Vermont- New York)
866 United Nations Plaza
5th Floor, Room 586
New York, NY. 10017
Tel # 1(212) 759-7120
Fax # 1(212) 308-7643
Email: egyptnyc@gmail.com

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Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt
3521 International Court, NW
Washington, DC 20008
TEL: 202.895.5400
TEL: 202.895.5408
FAX: 202.244.5131

For Consular inquiries, please contact:
TEL: 202.966.6342
Email: consulate@egyptembassy.net
FB: Egyptian Consular Section in Washington, D.C.

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