Visa & Entry Guide

Egypt

Egypt's ancient civilization developed along the Nile and produced some of the world's most recognizable archaeological monuments.

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CapitalCairo

LanguagesArabic

Entry Guidance

What to know before travelling to Egypt

Use the section that matches your travel purpose and passport context.

Tourist & Leisure

Visitor requirements

Valid passport
Completed visa application
Passport photographs
Flight/travel itinerary
Accommodation confirmation
Proof of funds where requested
Yellow fever certificate where applicable
Supporting documents requested

Passport & documents

Kenyan passport holders should confirm the applicable visa procedure with the Embassy of Egypt in Nairobi before travel. Kenyan residents travelling on other passports must follow the requirements applicable to their passport nationality.

Business Travel

Business requirements

Valid passport
Completed visa application
Passport photographs
Employer/company letter
Egyptian company invitation
Company/business documents
Yellow fever certificate where applicable
Supporting documents requested

Passport Context

Kenyan passport holders

Kenyan residents using other passports

Kenyan residents travelling on other passports must follow the requirements applicable to their passport nationality.

Application Route

How and where to apply

Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Nairobi, or through the official electronic visa system where the applicant's nationality is eligible.

Embassy / mission

Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt • Nairobi

Processing guidance

Confirm the applicable application route and current processing requirements before lodging.

Important Visa Information

Guidance does not guarantee approval or entry.

Visa requirements and processing times may change. Sunward Travel will confirm the applicable requirements at the time of application. A visa is issued at the sole discretion of the issuing country's immigration/consular authorities, and Sunward Travel does not guarantee a successful visa application for any applicant or nationality.