Entry Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. Some nationalities may need to apply at their local Egyptian Embassy or Consulate General for a pre-entry tourist visa.
For many visitors a tourist Visa can be purchased in advance online on the Egyptian Government Visa website https://www.visa2egypt.gov.eg (see the page FAQ – Who requires a visa?) or on arrival at the airport when you enter Egypt.
Tourist visas are available on arrival for nationals of all Western European countries, North American countries, all South American countries (including Panama) UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong/Japan/Macau/Malaysia or Singapore.
At Cairo airport the process takes about 20 minutes and costs US$25.The visa is valid for 30 days, it can be extended for an additional cost of about US$90.
Other nationalities must obtain their visa before leaving their country. Visas can be obtained at any Egyptian embassy or consulate, but allow enough time before your tour for your visa to be processed. The embassy or consulate in your country should be able to give you an estimate of the processing time.
