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Egypt visa for Indian citizens

Applies via: VFS Global + embassySources checked on

Indian citizens apply for a Egypt visa through VFS Global and the embassy. The published fee for Tourist Visa – Single Entry (VFS) is INR 4000. Processing time (Delhi location (VFS)): Minimum 10 to 12 working days. Sources checked on October 15, 2026.

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Egypt visa for Indians — key facts

Visa fee
INR 4000Tourist Visa – Single Entry (VFS)
Processing time
Minimum 10 to 12 working daysDelhi location (VFS)
Where to apply
VFS Global + embassy
Insurance required
Not published

Overview

How do Indian citizens apply for a Egypt visa?

Applies via: VFS Global + embassy

Who handles applications in India

Indian citizens have two official routes. (1) Sticker visa via VFS Global, the official partner of the Embassy of Arab Republic of Egypt in India: download and complete the visa application form, then submit it in person with documents at a VFS Visa Application Centre – VFS states no appointment is needed (drop-off during opening hours); fees are paid at the centre by cash/card/UPI and decisions are made by the Embassy of Egypt, New Delhi. (2) e-Visa: India is on the list of nationalities eligible for an e-Visa on the Egypt e-Visa Portal run by Egypt's Ministry of Interior; apply and pay online by credit/debit card at least 7 days before departure. VFS Egypt helpline for applicants in India: 022-62018471 (08:00-17:00, Monday to Friday) and info.egyptindia@vfsglobal.com.

Visa on arrival, eVisa or visa-free for Indians?

eVisa / online visa
Available: India is on the eligible-nationalities list of the Egypt e-Visa Portal run by Egypt's Ministry of Interior (https://visa2egypt.gov.eg) - tourism e-Visa USD 30 single entry or USD 65 multiple entries, paid online by credit/debit card, applied for at least 7 days before departure. Only ordinary passports can use it (diplomatic, service, official and other special passports must apply at an embassy or consulate), and the printed e-Visa must be shown on arrival.
Visa-free entry
Not available: Indian citizens need a visa for Egypt. India is on the Egypt e-Visa Portal's list of nationalities eligible for the tourism e-Visa, which the Ministry of Interior issues to 'persons whose nationalities require visas to enter Egypt', and the portal states that a visa is required prior to entry.

How to apply from India — step by step

  1. 1

    Complete the application form

    Fill in the Egypt visa application form linked from the official pages below.

  2. 2

    Prepare your documents

    Gather the documents listed in the "Documents required" section — the common list plus the checklist for your visa category.

  3. 3

    Book an appointment

    Book an appointment as described on the VFS Global / embassy pages linked below.

  4. 4

    Pay the fees

    Pay the visa fee shown in the "Visa fees" section, plus the service fee.

Steps follow the official pages in the Sources section; always follow the latest instructions there.

Before you apply

Visa fees

How much is the Egypt visa fee for Indian citizens?

  • Tourist Visa – Single Entry (VFS)

    INR 4000

    Inclusive of Embassy Processing Fee of INR500; non-refundable

  • Tourist Visa – Multiple Entry (VFS)

    INR 8000

    Inclusive of Embassy Processing Fee of INR500 per applicant; non-refundable and non-transferable (VFS fee table, October 2026)

  • Business / Entry / Work / Transit Visa – Single Entry (VFS)

    INR 8000

    Inclusive of Embassy Processing Fee of INR500 per applicant; non-refundable and non-transferable (VFS fee table, October 2026)

  • Business / Entry / Work / Transit Visa – Multiple Entry (VFS)

    INR 10500

    Inclusive of Embassy Processing Fee of INR500 per applicant; non-refundable and non-transferable (VFS fee table, October 2026)

  • e-Visa – Single entry visa (Tourism)

    30$

    Paid online by credit/debit card on visa2egypt.gov.eg

  • e-Visa – Multiple entries visa (Tourism)

    65$

Service fee: VFS Logistic Fee for all locations – INR800 (inclusive of taxes); paid in Cash/Card/UPI at submission; no exemption

Checklist

What documents are required for a Egypt visa from India?

All applicants

6 items
  • Original passport valid at least for 6 months
  • Photocopy of the first and last page of the passport
  • Duly filled visa form
  • 2 passport size coloured photographs on white background with 60% face size
  • Request letter from the applicant specifying the purpose of visit along with passport details
  • Last 6 months personal bank statement with original signature and stamp of the bank (Tourist, Business, Entry)

Tourist

4 items
  • Detailed tour program (travel itinerary) on the Egyptian travel agent's letterhead with contact details, authorised signature and stamp
  • Egypt travel agent National ID copy
  • Confirmed return complete-route air ticket
  • Confirmed hotel booking/accommodation voucher

Business Visa

3 items
  • Invitation letter from an Egypt-based entity with full address and contact details of the host
  • ID copy of the invitee
  • Confirmed return complete-route air ticket

Entry Visa (joining family / conference / workshop / internship / festival)

3 items
  • Invitation letter from an Egypt-based host with proof of relationship with the invitee
  • Residence permit for work of the host (if foreigner) with at least 6 months validity
  • Confirmed return complete-route air ticket

Work Visa

3 items
  • Invitation letter from an Egypt-based entity with full address and contact details of the host
  • Confirmed air ticket
  • Visa issued upon receiving the work permit from the Egyptian competent authorities

e-Visa (entry requirements on arrival)

5 items
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival date
  • e-Visa printout
  • Travel itinerary
  • Supporting letter e.g. letter from company or invitation letter for business/family visits
  • Hotel bookings/details about places to visit if going as tourist

e-Visa conditions (Egypt e-Visa Portal disclaimer)

8 items
  • Visa processing fee is non-refundable
  • Incomplete applications will be rejected
  • Possessing an e-Visa is not the final authority to enter Egypt; port authorities may refuse entry to an e-Visa holder without explanation
  • Engaging in any form of business or employment without a requisite permit or pass is an offence
  • A visa is required prior to entry into Egypt, and the e-Visa printout must be presented at the port of entry
  • e-Visa requests are not allowed with Diplomatic, Service, Special, Official, Temporary or other non-ordinary passports: visit the nearest Egyptian embassy/consulate
  • Each visitor must apply in their own personal account; parents can apply for their children from the parent's account
  • Fee paid online by credit or debit card; apply at least 7 days before departure

Photo

What are the Egypt visa photo specifications?

Size
3.5 cm X 4.5 cm
Background
White background only
  • Colour, without border
  • Face takes up 70-80% of the photograph (documents list: 60% face size)
  • Recent – not more than 1 month old
  • Looking directly at the camera; teeth should not be visible
  • Without headgear or hat/cap (religious headgear case by case, face features visible)
  • No staple marks; scanned and colour photocopies not accepted

Insurance

Is travel medical insurance required for a Egypt visa?

Not published on VFS/embassy pages read (VFS links an optional non-Schengen travel insurance page)

Processing

How long does Egypt visa processing take?

Delhi location (VFS)
Minimum 10 to 12 working days
Other locations in India (VFS)
Minimum 12 to 15 working days (indicative; at the discretion of the Embassy of Egypt, New Delhi)
Work Visa (VFS)
Same as other VFS visa types: minimum 10 to 12 working days for the Delhi location and minimum 12 to 15 working days for other locations in India (indicative; at the discretion of the Embassy of Egypt, New Delhi). VFS states the work visa is issued upon receiving the work permit from the Egyptian competent authorities; the time to obtain the work permit is not published.
e-Visa
Apply at least 7 days before departure; no processing time published

Visa types

Which Egypt visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Visa types (VFS Global India)

  • Tourist
  • Business Visa
  • Entry Visa
  • Work Visa

Fee table categories (VFS)

  • Tourist Visa – Single/Multiple Entry
  • Business Visa – Single/Multiple Entry
  • Entry Visa – Single/Multiple Entry
  • Work Visa – Single/Multiple Entry
  • Transit Visa – Single/Multiple Entry

e-Visa (Egypt e-Visa Portal)

  • Single entry visa (Tourism)
  • Multiple entries visa (Tourism)

Where to apply

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Egypt visa?

Not published by VFS Global or the embassy — check the official links below.

FAQ

Egypt visa for Indians — frequently asked questions

Answers built only from the VFS Global and embassy pages listed in the Sources section.

How much is the Egypt visa fee for Indian citizens?

Tourist Visa – Single Entry (VFS): INR 4000; Tourist Visa – Multiple Entry (VFS): INR 8000; Business / Entry / Work / Transit Visa – Single Entry (VFS): INR 8000. 3 more fee rows are listed on this page. Service fee: VFS Logistic Fee for all locations – INR800 (inclusive of taxes); paid in Cash/Card/UPI at submission; no exemption.

What documents are required for a Egypt visa from India?

Original passport valid at least for 6 months; Photocopy of the first and last page of the passport; Duly filled visa form; 2 passport size coloured photographs on white background with 60% face size; Request letter from the applicant specifying the purpose of visit along with passport details; Last 6 months personal bank statement with original signature and stamp of the bank (Tourist, Business, Entry). Category-specific checklists are listed for 6 visa categories.

How long does Egypt visa processing take for Indians?

Delhi location (VFS): Minimum 10 to 12 working days; Other locations in India (VFS): Minimum 12 to 15 working days (indicative; at the discretion of the Embassy of Egypt, New Delhi); Work Visa (VFS): Same as other VFS visa types: minimum 10 to 12 working days for the Delhi location and minimum 12 to 15 working days for other locations in India (indicative; at the discretion of the Embassy of Egypt, New Delhi). VFS states the work visa is issued upon receiving the work permit from the Egyptian competent authorities; the time to obtain the work permit is not published..

Where do Indian citizens apply for a Egypt visa?

Applications go via VFS Global + embassy.

Can Indians get a Egypt visa on arrival or an eVisa?

eVisa — Available: India is on the eligible-nationalities list of the Egypt e-Visa Portal run by Egypt's Ministry of Interior (https://visa2egypt.gov.eg) - tourism e-Visa USD 30 single entry or USD 65 multiple entries, paid online by credit/debit card, applied for at least 7 days before departure. Only ordinary passports can use it (diplomatic, service, official and other special passports must apply at an embassy or consulate), and the printed e-Visa must be shown on arrival. Visa-free entry — Not available: Indian citizens need a visa for Egypt. India is on the Egypt e-Visa Portal's list of nationalities eligible for the tourism e-Visa, which the Ministry of Interior issues to 'persons whose nationalities require visas to enter Egypt', and the portal states that a visa is required prior to entry.

What photo size is required for a Egypt visa?

Size: 3.5 cm X 4.5 cm. Background: White background only.

Is travel medical insurance required for a Egypt visa?

Not published on VFS/embassy pages read (VFS links an optional non-Schengen travel insurance page)

Which Egypt visa types can Indian citizens apply for?

Visa types (VFS Global India), Fee table categories (VFS) and e-Visa (Egypt e-Visa Portal). 11 visa types are listed on this page.

Sources

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