Egypt Updates Visa-on-Arrival Fees
Egypt will raise its visa-on-arrival fee from $25 to $30 USD effective March 1, 2026. Travelers and digital nomads planning to enter the country should budget for this increase and ensure they have the correct currency for payment at the border.
Egypt Updates Visa-on-Arrival Fees
Travelers and remote workers heading to Egypt will see a slight price increase at the border starting next month. On March 1, the cost for a single-entry visa-on-arrival will rise from $25 to $30 USD.
The Egyptian Travel Agents Association confirmed the change following recent legislative updates. While rumors previously suggested a much steeper jump to $45, the actual increase is a modest $5 adjustment. This fee applies to emergency tourist visas issued directly at airports and sea ports.
Who is affected
This change impacts all nationalities eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival, including citizens from the US, UK, and EU. If you are a digital nomad using a standard tourist entry for a short-term scouting trip or a 30-day stay, you will need to account for the new rate.
The increase does not affect long-term residents with existing work permits or those entering via the Sinai-only 15-day free stamp. If you arrive before the March 1 deadline, the current $25 rate still applies.
Practical steps for travelers
To ensure a smooth entry, keep these points in mind for your next trip:
- Bring exactly $30 USD in cash to avoid issues with change at the immigration kiosks.
- While euros and pounds are often accepted, the exchange rates used by port officials are typically unfavorable.
- Consider applying for an e-Visa online before you fly. It currently remains $25, allowing you to bypass the bank queues at the airport and lock in the lower price.
For those planning a longer stay, the five-year multiple-entry visa remains an option for frequent visitors, though the single-entry arrival stamp is still the most common path for visa updates upon landing.
Read our full Egypt guide for the complete picture.