![]() If you’re travelling with prescription medication you should carry a medical certificate confirming that the medication has been prescribed for a medical condition. If you arrive in Egypt without this permission and the required documentation, the medication will not be allowed into the country and you may be prosecuted under Egyptian law. Some prescribed and over the counter medicines that are available in the UK are considered controlled substances in Egypt and can’t be brought into the country without prior permission from Egypt’s Ministry of Health. Work permitsĮvidence of testing for HIV is required if you are applying for a work permit. If you have any concerns, you should contact the Egyptian consulate. ![]() It is, however, for the Egyptian authorities to determine the right of entry into the country. Previous travel to IsraelĮvidence of a previous visit to Israel like as an Israeli entry/exit stamp in your passport does not normally cause any difficulties when entering Egypt. Yellow fever certificate requirementsĬheck whether you need a yellow fever certificate by visiting the National Travel Health Network and Centre’s TravelHealthPro website. If you are travelling via land from Sudan, the Egyptian authorities have advised it is still possible to secure a visa on arrival for the regular cost of US $25. You will not normally be allowed to leave without paying a fine if your visa is out of date by more than 14 days.įor further information and enquiries, contact the Egyptian Consulate in London. ![]() You may have difficulties leaving Egypt with an out of date visa. If you have travelled to one of the South Sinai Red Sea resorts, entered without a visa and your plans have changed, you can normally purchase a visa at Sharm el Sheikh airport to allow you to travel elsewhere.Īpplications for visa extensions should be made at Egyptian Passport and Immigration Offices. If you intend to travel out of these areas or stay longer than 15 days, you must get a visa. If you’re travelling to Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba resorts for up to 15 days, you will receive a free entry permission stamp upon arrival. If you’re harassed by an agent, report the incident to the tourist police in the airport terminal. In many cases agents will charge more than US$25 for a visa. There’s no need to buy a visa from an agent. Visas granted on arrival are valid for a maximum of 30 days. The visa fee is US$25, payable in US dollars as the preferred currency, although you may also be able to pay in pounds sterling or euros. If you wish to get a visa on arrival, you can do so at approved bank kiosks within airport arrival halls, before reaching immigration counters. It is advisable to get a visa before you travel, particularly if travelling for work or business. Tourist visas granted using the e-visa system are valid for a maximum of 3 months. You can get a visa before you travel from the official Visa2Egypt portal or your nearest Egyptian consulate. ![]() Visasīritish passport holders travelling to Egypt normally need a visa. If you are visiting Egypt your passport should be valid for 6 months from the date you arrive.Ĭheck with your travel provider to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements. ![]() Check your passport and travel documents before you travel Passport validity All travellersĪll travellers should familiarise themselves with the entry rules for Egypt before travel.ĬOVID-19 entry requirements may change at short notice, you should check the specifics, with your airline before you travel. If you’re unsure how Egypt’s entry requirements apply to you, contact its UK embassy, high commission or consulate. The authorities in Egypt set and enforce entry rules. This page reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British Citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel. This page has information on travelling to Egypt. ![]()
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