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United Arab Emirates Visa for Egypt Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Egyptian citizens need a UAE visa, most commonly arranged online as an e-Visa through an airline, hotel, or the GDRFA/ICP portal before travel; a standard 30-day single-entry tourist visa costs about USD 90-100, with processing taking 3-5 working days.

Guide last updated October 18, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid 6+ months
  • Digital passport photo
  • Scanned passport bio page
  • Confirmed flight itinerary
  • Hotel booking or UAE sponsor details
  • Proof of sufficient funds
  • No in-person biometrics required before arrival
  • Travel insurance: recommended, sometimes bundled into the visa fee

Visa types

  • 30-day single-entry tourist visa - fee about USD 90-100
  • 30-day multiple-entry visa - fee about USD 170-180
  • 60-day single-entry tourist visa - fee about USD 160-180
  • 96-hour transit visa - often free via certain airlines
  • 5-year multiple-entry tourist visa (for eligible applicants) processed separately with added documentation

How to apply online

  • Apply through u.ae's ICP-GDRFA online services, a UAE-based airline (Emirates, Etihad, flydubai), a hotel, or a licensed travel agent or typing center. Upload the passport scan, photo, and travel details, then pay by card. Standard processing is 3-5 working days. Approval is sent as a PDF e-Visa to present with the passport on arrival - no physical stamp is needed in advance.

Fees & processing time

  • 30-day single-entry visa: about USD 90-100
  • 30-day multiple-entry visa: about USD 170-180
  • Typing-center/agent service fee, if used: about USD 10-20 extra
  • Standard processing: 3-5 working days
  • Express processing (24-48 hours) available through most agents/airlines for about USD 20-30 extra

Tips for Egypt travelers

  • Apply through a reputable airline or licensed agent to avoid delays or inflated fees from unauthorized intermediaries. Common rejection reasons are a passport valid for under 6 months and mismatched traveler details. Book the e-Visa at least a week ahead for standard processing, or use the paid express option if booking last-minute. Extensions of up to 30 extra days per extension can be done online via the ICP-GDRFA smart services while in the UAE.

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.