Quick answer
Indian passport holders need a visa for Egypt. The simplest route is the official e-visa: about USD 25–30 for single entry and a 30-day stay, applied for at least seven days before departure. Visa on arrival is available only to Indians holding a valid US, UK or Schengen visa, so most travellers should apply online before flying.
At a glance
- Visa type
- Tourist e-Visa (single or multiple entry)
- Stay allowed
- Up to 30 days per visit
- Fee
- About USD 25–30 single entry (roughly ₹2,200–2,700); about USD 60–65 multiple entry
- Processing
- Usually within a week; the portal requires applications at least 7 days before departure
- Validity
- About 90 days from issue for single entry; about 180 days for multiple entry
- Apply at
- Official portal
Documents checklist
- Passport valid at least six months from arrival
- Passport bio-page scan and a digital photo
- Confirmed hotel bookings, or Nile cruise voucher
- Return ticket
- Card for online payment
- Printed e-visa approval
- For visa on arrival only: valid US, UK or Schengen visa, plus US dollars in cash for the fee
Common mistakes that get Indians refused
- Create the e-visa application at least seven days before departure; last-minute applications can miss your flight.
- Visa on arrival is only for Indians with a valid US, UK or Schengen visa; others are turned away at check-in without an e-visa.
- Use only the official e-visa portal; many agent sites mimic it.
- Reports suggest Egypt may raise visa fees from 2027; check the amount on the portal at payment.
Do Indians need a visa for Egypt?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a visa, and for most travellers the official e-visa is the easiest route. Visa on arrival at Egyptian airports is open to Indians only if they hold a valid US, UK or Schengen visa, so if you do not have one, apply online before you fly.
How to apply for the e-visa, step by step
- Go to Egypt's official e-visa portal. Create the application at least seven days before departure; the portal sets this as a minimum.
- Choose single entry (about USD 25–30, roughly ₹2,200–2,700) or multiple entry (about USD 60–65).
- Upload a passport bio-page scan and a photo, and enter your hotel or Nile cruise details and flight dates.
- Pay by card. Approval arrives by email; most come through within a week.
- Print the approval and carry it with your passport.
The single-entry e-visa allows a stay of up to 30 days. Reports in 2026 suggested Egypt may raise visa fees from 2027, so go by the amount the portal shows at payment.
What immigration actually checks
At Cairo, Luxor or Hurghada, officers scan the e-visa, check passport validity (six months is the safe rule) and occasionally ask for your hotel booking or return ticket. Cruise passengers should keep the cruise voucher handy, as Luxor–Aswan cruises often begin the day after arrival.
If you hold a US, UK or Schengen visa
You can get a visa on arrival at the airport, paying in US dollars at the bank counters before immigration. Some guides say the qualifying visa should already have been used. To avoid surprises, carry US dollars in small notes, or simply apply for the e-visa anyway.
Tips for families and seniors
- Every traveller, including children, needs their own visa.
- Summer temperatures in Luxor and Aswan cross 40°C; plan temple visits for early morning and keep afternoons free.
- The Giza plateau involves long walks on sand. A horse cart or camel covers the panorama point, but agree the price before you start.
- Vegetarian food is easy: koshari, falafel, ful medames and lentil soup are everyday staples.
- Tipping is expected almost everywhere, so carry small notes from day one.
For costs and timing, see the Egypt trip cost guide, the best time to visit Egypt and things to do in Egypt. Need US dollars for tips and entry fees? Our foreign exchange desk can help, and our visa assistance team can file the e-visa for your group.
Frequently asked questions
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Written and fact-checked by the Elitech Travels editorial desk in New Delhi, drawing on our consultants' day-to-day booking work and the official sources below. Rules, fares and fees change — always confirm anything critical with the issuing authority before you travel. Our editorial policy.
