Visit Ukraine - Ukraine Citizens Visiting Egypt: Rules & Regulations Explained for Entry & Travel

Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa to enter Egypt?

Yes, you do. Ukrainians can obtain a visa to Egypt for 30 days upon arrival at the airport or online. The number of entries and time spent in Egypt per year is not limited.

Tourist visa to Egypt for Ukrainians

1. Electronic visa (eVisa)

A single-entry eVisa is issued for a 30-day stay in the country and is valid for three months (90 days) from the date of issue. The applicant may visit Egypt once during the validity period for both tourist and business purposes;
multiple entry (multivisa) eVisa is issued for a 30-day stay. It expires six months after the date of issue. The applicant can enter Egypt at any time during this period and stay there for up to 30 days. The number of entries and exits during the specified six-month validity period of this visa is unlimited.

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What are the requirements for filling out an eVisa application?

The Egyptian government sets certain requirements for all Egyptian eVisa applicants. These requirements must be met before completing the online eVisa application. They include:

- a valid passport that must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Egypt;

- several blank pages (preferably two) for entry/exit stamps;

- a valid e-mail address;

- a valid credit or debit card;

- application for an electronic visa to Egypt

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That's why we recommend using Visit World's travel guide - a detailed step-by-step guide to organizing a trip, which contains basic tips on visa obtaining, border crossing, and much more. For more details, please follow the link.

What is the procedure for filling out an eVisa application?

To start applying for an Egyptian eVisa, citizens will need to fill out an online application with details such as name, date of birth, address, phone number, travel dates, and passport information.
Applicants will also need to answer questions regarding their medical history and criminal records. Travelers should make sure that all the information they provide on the form is accurate, otherwise they risk interrupting their travel plans due to processing delays or visa denials.
Applicants will also be required to pay the processing fee using a valid debit/credit card to submit their Egyptian eVisa application. You will need to pay a consular fee of $25 for a single visit to the country (30 days) and $60 for multiple entries.
Before submitting the application, travelers will have the opportunity to review the information they have entered into the form to ensure that it is accurate.
Travelers who have applied for an Egyptian e-Visa can expect to receive their visa via email within 3 business days of submitting their application.
Travelers are required to take a printed copy of the eVisa with them when traveling to present to Egyptian authorities upon arrival at the Egyptian port of entry.
Travelers must also carry a copy of their Egyptian eVisa when traveling to Egypt. The maximum length of stay allowed for the traveler, as well as the number of entries allowed for the traveler to visit, will be indicated on the e-Visa.

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List of documents required to enter Egypt with an eVisa:

- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Egypt

- printed e-visa

- travel itinerary

- supporting documents, such as a letter from the company or an invitation for business or personal travel

- hotel reservation confirmation or information about the travel itinerary for tourists.

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2. Visa on arrival in Egypt

This visa allows you to stay in Egypt for 30 days.

The procedure for obtaining a visa to Egypt upon arrival:

1. Obtain a migration card.

2. Fill it out in English.

3. In the VISA window, buy an entry stamp.

4. Go through passport control without pasting the stamp.

5. Give the passport with the card and stamp to the border guard.

After that, the border guard officer checks the documents and the absence of prohibitions on entry to Egypt, stamps the stamp, marks the border crossing and allows entry into the country.

The cost of an Egyptian visa is $25, and it is accepted at the border only in cash and without change.

The main difference between an e-visa to Egypt and a visa to Egypt upon arrival is that the latter is available only as a single-entry visa valid for a 30-day permanent stay. Those who wish to enter and leave Egypt at different times during a 180-day period must apply for a multiple-entry e-Visa to Egypt before traveling.

Important! If you are delayed, you can depart only from Cairo or Sharm el-Sheikh, paying a fine of $55 or more, depending on the duration of the delay (during the war, Ukrainians are exempt from the fine).

If you plan to stay only on the Sinai Peninsula, which is: Sharm el-Sheikh, Dahab, Taba, Nuweibe, Ras Sidr, St. Catherine, and El-Tur - when you get a visa at the airport, say: "Only Sinai" and your visa for 15 days will be free. Please note that the free visa cannot be extended.

A free 15-day visa will not allow you to travel to Cairo and fly home from an airport outside the Sinai Peninsula.

No visa fee is charged for children who are included in their parents' passports. Be sure to make sure that in this case the visa contains the number "2" - an indication that the child entered with an adult.

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✅ So, to travel to Egypt, please prepare the following documents:

Passport
Visa
Travel insurance policy
Flight itinerary
Hotel reservation confirmation
Confirmation of sufficient funds for the trip

Possibility to extend short-term stays and visas for citizens of Ukraine

An arrival visa entitles you to stay in Egypt for 30 days. Those wishing to continue it should visit the office of the Egyptian Migration Service:

What should I do if my passport expires?

The Embassy of Ukraine in Egypt temporarily extends the validity of passports of Ukrainian citizens. Find more details here.

What should I do if I have a child with me without a passport?

Information about the child will be entered in the passport of the parents (citizens of Ukraine). Find more details here.

foreign nationals can stay in Egypt for transit or stopover without a visa, for a maximum period of 48 hours, but must show an airline ticket. In such cases, if the traveler hands over his or her passport for the duration of the stay, departure from the airport may be allowed;
if the transit lasts less than six hours, no transit visa is required, but it is forbidden to leave the airport;
if the transit lasts 6-48 hours, you are allowed to leave the airport, but you must present a valid passport and confirmation of your onward journey;
if the transit will last more than 48 hours, you will need to obtain an appropriate visa.

Transit visa

The most convenient way to apply for a transit visa to Egypt or a Cairo transit visa is through a simplified electronic visa application.

To get a transit visa to Egypt online, a traveler needs to have only a few relevant documents with him or her.

Below are the requirements for obtaining a transit visa to Egypt:

A valid passport issued by the respective country
Valid ticket for the next flight confirming travel plans
Credit/debit card to pay the Egyptian transit visa fee
A valid email address to which the approved transit visa can be sent

After receiving approval, the traveler should print a copy of their transit visa. He can then present this document to the authorities at Egyptian border entry points along with his passport and onward ticket to gain access to the country.

Free import

200 cigarettes
25 cigars
200 grams tobacco
2 Litres of alcohol
Perfume for personal use

Prohibited

Drugs, firearms and cotton

Restricted

Cash, cheques, credit cards and gold over the value of EGP500.00 must be declared on arrival.

Emergency phone numbers

Police - 122

Ambulance - 123

In case of fire - 125

Cairo Tourism Authority - 285-45-09, 284-19-70 (open until 13.00).

Phones in Hurghada:

Police - (065) 446-359

Ambulance - (065) 446-740

Airport - (065) 442-831

Tourist police - (065) 446-765

Phones in Sharm El Sheikh:

Police - (069) 660-306

Ambulance - (069) 600-554

Airport - (069) 601-140

Tourist police - (069) 600-675

1. The pyramids of Giza

No visit to Egypt is complete without a visit to the iconic pyramids of Giza. These ancient structures, including the Great Pyramid of Khufu, are among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The scale and precision of their construction continue to amaze visitors today. Next to the pyramids is the Sphinx, a colossal limestone statue with the body of a lion and the head of a pharaoh, which adds to the mystique of this place.

2. Luxor and the Valley of the Kings

Often called the world's largest open-air museum, the Luxor is home to the ancient city of Thebes. In the Valley of the Kings, located on the west bank of the Nile, are the tombs of such pharaohs as Tutankhamun and Ramses II. The Karnak Temple, a large complex of temples, and the Luxor Temple, which is beautifully illuminated at night, are among the many archaeological wonders of Luxor.

3. Aswan and Abu Simbel

Aswan, located along the Nile River, offers a more relaxed atmosphere compared to other Egyptian cities. The High Dam and the Temple of Philae are the main attractions, showcasing both ancient and modern engineering achievements. From Aswan, you should definitely visit Abu Simbel, where colossal statues of Ramses II guard the entrance to the temples. The temples were moved to higher ground to avoid flooding during the construction of the High Dam.

4. Egyptian Museum in Cairo

The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is a treasure trove of artifacts that showcases the world's largest collection of ancient Egyptian antiquities. Among the countless exhibits are Tutankhamun's golden mask, royal mummies, as well as many statues, jewelry, and household items from different periods of Egyptian history. The museum provides a fascinating journey through the country's fascinating past.

5. Siva Oasis

For a unique and out-of-the-box experience, visit the Siwa Oasis in the Western Desert. Surrounded by date palm plantations and ancient ruins, the oasis offers a serene escape. The Temple of the Oracle of Amun, Cleopatra's Bath and the Great Sand Sea are some of the attractions. The distinctive culture of the oasis, including the Berber-speaking people of Siwa, provides a glimpse into another facet of Egyptian life.

Embassy of Ukraine in Egypt

Address: 50, Road 83, Old Maadi, Cairo

Phone: +20223786870

Hotline: +201000039648

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://egypt.mfa.gov.ua

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