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El Salvador Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Egyptian citizens need an e-visa for El Salvador, applied for online before travel; fee is around USD 50, processing 3-7 business days.

Guide last updated October 17, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival
  • Completed online e-visa application
  • Digital passport photo (uploaded during application)
  • Proof of accommodation and round-trip flight itinerary
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • Travel/health insurance recommended
  • No in-person biometrics required for the e-visa itself

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa: single entry, valid for a stay of up to 90 days, fee approx USD 50
  • Business e-visa: similar validity, requires an invitation letter, fee approx USD 50
  • Note: El Salvador participates in the CA-4 regional visa scheme with Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, allowing movement between these countries on a single visa

How to apply online

  • Apply through the Salvadoran Ministry of Foreign Affairs e-visa portal (rree.gob.sv)
  • Upload passport bio page, photo, and supporting documents
  • Pay the e-visa fee online (approx USD 50) by card
  • Processing time: 3-7 business days
  • Approval arrives by email as a digital e-visa to present with your passport on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • E-visa fee: approximately USD 50
  • No separate service fee when applying directly through the official portal
  • Total estimated cost: USD 50
  • Standard processing: 3-7 business days
  • Rush processing is not officially advertised; apply with sufficient lead time

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply at least 2-3 weeks before travel
  • Common rejection reasons: incomplete photo upload, weak proof of return intent
  • Since El Salvador is part of the CA-4 bloc, your visa may allow entry to neighboring Central American countries as well; confirm current CA-4 rules before relying on this
  • Check rree.gob.sv for the latest application requirements
  • Extensions inside El Salvador are handled by the Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.