Egypt

Visa Services in London


Sterling & Reeve supports Egypt visa applications with route guidance and a pre-submission document check for consular submission via the Egyptian Consulate in London. Visa decisions, processing and validity remain solely with the Egyptian authorities.

Do I need an Egyptian visa, and which route applies to me?


Eligibility is set by the Egyptian authorities and is mainly based on nationality. Rules and eligibility lists can change.

Some nationalities may obtain an Egypt tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian ports of entry. The list provided by the authorities may include:

United Kingdom, EU member states, United States, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, Croatia, Georgia, and North Macedonia.

If you are unsure whether you need visa on arrival, an e-Visa, or a consular visa, email your nationality and passport details. We will confirm the route before you apply

Which Egypt visa types do you support


Tourist Visa

Available for eligible nationalities via visa on arrival, e-Visa, or consular submission. We support travelers who prefer consular submission and approval in advance.

Business Visa

Business travel often requires a consular submission, depending on purpose of travel, nationality and current requirements.

Which Egypt visa types do you support

NationalitiesTourist SingleTourist MultipleEntry SingleEntry Multiple
UK citizens£28£63£103£153
Nationalities not listed below£28£63£103£153
Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Russia, Serbia, Sweden, USA£15£15£15£15
Germany£18£18£18£18
Sudan, Yemen, South AfricaFee exempt (visa still required)Fee exempt (visa still required)Fee exempt (visa still required)Fee exempt (visa still required)
Canada£88£123£88£123
Zimbabwe£73£113£73£113
Nigeria£103£153£88£128
Nigeria (Transit)£103N/A£153N/A

UK Travel Documents: The visa fee is £103.

Our Handling Fees


ServiceFeeNotes
Standard handling£493-5 working days
Express handling£651-2 working days

Important: Government, consular and third-party fees are paid separately.

Our Handling Fees


Consular applications can be detailed. We check your application for completeness and consistency with the Egyptian Consulate in London’s stated requirements before submission and, where possible, before you pay official consular fees.

If you cannot attend in person, we can submit and collect on your behalf where permitted, helping you avoid unnecessary trips to London and keeping the process organised from start to finish.

What documents do I need for an Egyptian tourist visa application?


Requirements vary by nationality and route. Typical requirements include the following:

  • Completed application form and completed consent form (from the pack)
  • Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Proof of return travel (flight itinerary)
  • Confirmed accommodation details (hotel booking)

What documents do I need for an Egyptian business visa application?


Requirements vary by nationality and trip purpose. Typical requirements include the following: – Completed application form and completed consent form (from the pack)

  • Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Business invitation letter from the company in Egypt
  • Letter of introduction from your UK employer
  • Company documents where required

Do my UK business documents need an apostille or Chamber attestation?


Some business visa applications require supporting UK company documents. If you need an apostille or Chamber of Commerce attestation before submission, we can manage the legalisation route for you.

Our Handling Fees


Tourist Visa Typical Requirements

  • Completed Egypt visa application form
  • Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Proof of travel
  • Accommodation details

Business Visa Typical Requirements

  • Completed Egypt visa application form
  • Passport (minimum 6 months validity)
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Business invitation letter from Egypt
  • Letter from a UK employer or company
  • Company documents were required

How The Process Works


1. Download the pack

Download the Egypt Visa Application Pack below.

2. Prepare your documents

Ensure your documents are complete and consistent.

3. Email your application for review

Email your completed forms and scans to:
📧 info@sterlingandreeve.com

4. Secure Return

Ensure your documents are complete and consistent.

What affects processing


Start Your Egypt Visa Application


Download the application form, complete it carefully, and email it to

📧 info@sterlingandreeve.com

Download Egypt Visa Application Pack

Frequently asked questions


It depends on nationality. Some travellers can use visa on arrival or e-Visa, while others need a consular visa. If unsure, email your nationality and passport details.

Often, yes, if you hold valid UK residency (for example, a BRP). Visitors in the UK on a tourist visa are typically not eligible to apply through the UK.

No. An e-Visa is digital approval. A consular visa is placed in your passport by the Embassy/Consulate.

Yes. Where onward legalisation is required, we can advise and handle the next steps.

Yes. We support business visa applications and advise on typical supporting documents.

Yes, where needed. If supporting UK business documents require apostille or Chamber attestation, we can manage that process.