eVisa
Tourist
Entry
Validity
30 days
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Total cost
- $90 (US$59)
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes.
Australian citizens need an e-Visa for a tourist trip to Egypt. Apply online before you fly.
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Egypt Visa for Australian Citizens: e-Visa and How to Apply
- Visa required · e-Visa
- Apply about 14 days before arrival
- Decision in 5–7 business days
- Verified
Plusvisa is a private visa application service, not a government agency or embassy. Official government source: Egypt e-Visa Portal (Ministry of Interior), visa2egypt.gov.eg.
Table of contents
Passport
Valid 6 months after arrival
Counted from your arrival date
Blank pages
At least one blank page
For the entry stamp
Apply
Online, before you fly
Print the e-Visa to show at the border
Two routes into Egypt
Most travellers
e-Visa (tourism)
Australia is on Egypt's official e-Visa list. Tourist e-Visas are single or multiple entry. Apply on the Egypt e-Visa Portal and print the approval.
If the e-Visa does not fit
Embassy visa
Use an Egyptian embassy or consulate only if the e-Visa does not suit your trip. The destination guide covers this route.
Egypt e-Visa types and cost for Australian citizens, in Australian Dollars
| e-Visa | Validity | Processing | Government fee | All-in with Plusvisa* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Multiple entry | 5–7 business days | US$65 ≈ $99 | ≈ $158 |
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Single entry | 5–7 business days | US$30 ≈ $46 | ≈ $90 |
* The government fee is the government's own charge, never refundable. All-in adds Plusvisa's service fee, per traveller; it is refunded if we cause a refusal.
The 30-day rule, and what it does not mean
Tourist e-Visas come as single or multiple entry. The stay length is set by your e-Visa, so check the printed document before you travel.
Tourist: 30 days per visit.
Arrive 1 March
21 of 30 days
1 Mar – 21 Mar: 21 of the 30 days this visa allows in one visit.
Entry type: Tourist e-Visas are single entry or multiple entry. Check which one you were approved for before you travel.
Extending your stay: Visitors can generally apply to extend their stay at a passport and immigration office in Egypt before their current permission expires.
What this does not mean: An approved e-Visa does not guarantee entry. Egyptian port authorities can refuse entry to any e-Visa holder without giving a reason.
Your document checklist
Six things to have ready before you start your application, as an Australian applicant.
Passport bio page
Colour scan or photo of the personal details page. Valid at least 6 months from arrival, with a blank page for the entry stamp.
Passport-style photo
Recent photo on a plain white background, head and shoulders visible. No sunglasses. Head coverings only for religious reasons.
Travel itinerary
Flight booking or ticket showing your arrival and departure dates.
Accommodation details
Hotel booking, or the address where you will stay for the whole visit.
Printed e-Visa
Download and print the approved e-Visa from your portal account. Show it with your passport on arrival.
Only for some visa types
Supporting or invitation letter
Only if Business or family visits. A letter from your employer or an invitation letter from the person or organisation you are visiting in Egypt.
When should you apply?
Processing takes 5–7 business days. Enter your arrival date and we'll work backwards.
Processing
Standard5–7 business days
Pick your arrival date
- 1
Apply online
—
Form and uploads, about 30 min
- 2
Pay the fee
—
By card, on the portal
- 3
Processing
5–7 business days
Official estimate
- 4
Approval emailed
—
Keep a copy on your phone
- 5
Arrive in Egypt
—
Show the approval at the border
No official limit found on the pages read. The 14 days is a planning figure, not an official processing time. Check the portal before you book.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Do you hold an Australian passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date?
Is your trip a tourist visit?
Will you arrive at a listed airport, seaport or land crossing?
Do you hold an ordinary passport, not a diplomatic, service, official or travel document?
Result
Answer all four
Four quick checks of the rules that most often catch travellers out, and we'll tell you where you stand.
The application, step by step
Before you apply
- 1
Check your passport
Confirm your passport is valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date. Check that it has a blank page.
- 2
Gather your documents
Have your passport bio page, a passport-style photo, your flight itinerary and your accommodation details ready to upload. Business and family visits also need a supporting or invitation letter.
On the official portal
- 3
Create an account
Register on the Egypt e-Visa Portal with your email address and confirm the registration.
- 4
Complete the application
Sign in, select Apply Now and the tourist visa type. Read the instructions and fill in your personal, passport and travel details exactly as they appear in your passport.
Incomplete or mismatched details can void the application.
- 5
Pay the fee
Pay online by Visa, Mastercard or another accepted debit or credit card.
The official portal states the fee is non-refundable.
After you apply
- 6
Download your e-Visa
Wait for the approval email. Sign in again and download and print the e-Visa.
- 7
Show it on arrival
Show the printed e-Visa and your passport to the immigration officer at your port of entry. Use only a listed airport, seaport or land crossing.
Egyptian port authorities can still refuse entry.
Official website: visa2egypt.gov.eg (opens in a new tab)
Questions Australian travellers actually ask
Yes, for a tourist trip. Australia is on Egypt's official e-Visa list, so you apply online before you fly.
Yes. Egypt asks for at least 6 months' validity from your arrival date, with a blank page for the entry stamp.
No. It is only accepted at Egypt's listed airports, seaports and land crossings. Check the list before you book.
Yes. Download and print the approved e-Visa from your portal account and show it with your passport on arrival.
Business and family visits need a letter from your employer or an invitation letter from your host in Egypt.
The destination guide lists the Sinai-only stamp for EU, UK, US and Israeli passports, not Australian ones. The e-Visa is the route for Australians.
Yes. Egyptian port authorities can refuse entry to any e-Visa holder without giving a reason.
Visitors can generally apply to extend their stay at a passport and immigration office before their permission expires. Check with the office nearest you.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Australian plug won't fit. Here's what will.
Type C
Two round pins · 2.5 A
Type F
Two round pins · 16 A
Type C
Egypt uses type C and F sockets and your plugs are type I. An I-to-C adapter works for the whole trip.
Voltage
220 V · 50 Hz
Against 230 V · 50 Hz at home. Check the label on chargers and appliances: anything marked 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz works in both.
Pack: one type C adapter and a small power strip — hotel rooms rarely have more than two sockets.
Egypt drives on the right — the opposite of home
Compare traffic side:
Egypt · right-hand traffic — the opposite of Australia
Getting around
Cairo, Luxor and Aswan are linked by domestic flights, sleeper and day trains, and Nile cruises. Within cities, ride-hailing apps are widely used and generally more reliable than hailing a taxi on the street.
Health and water
Drink bottled or filtered water rather than tap water, and carry sun protection and rehydration salts, especially outside the Cairo winter. Discuss standard travel vaccinations with a doctor before you go.
Dress and etiquette
Dress modestly at mosques, churches and other religious sites, covering shoulders and knees. Ask before photographing people, and avoid photographing military or police sites.
Egyptian Pounds, cash and cards
Egypt uses the Egyptian Pound (EGP).
E£
$1 ≈ E£32 · indicative mid-market rate, possibly a few days old
Cards and ATMs
ATMs are common in cities and tourist areas and mostly accept international cards. Hotels, larger shops and restaurants take cards, but smaller vendors, taxis and markets usually want cash.
Carry small notes
Keep a supply of small EGP notes for tipping (locally called baksheesh), taxis, and small purchases, since change can be hard to come by.
Exchange sensibly
Exchange money at banks, official exchange bureaus or your hotel rather than with street changers, and keep some exchange receipts if you plan to convert leftover cash back on departure.
Weather by month (Cairo)
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
6°7°9.3°12.6°16.8°19.8°21.4°21.7°19.7°16.8°12.4°8.2°
- Daytime high
- Grey row = night low
- Best time to go
- Daytime high
- Grey row = night low
- Best time to go
| Month | High, °C | Low, °C | Rain, mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| January · best | 18.2 | 6 | 8.1 |
| February · best | 20.4 | 7 | 6.8 |
| March · best | 24.8 | 9.3 | 6.8 |
| April · best | 29.2 | 12.6 | 9 |
| May | 33.9 | 16.8 | 0.3 |
| June | 37.3 | 19.8 | 0.3 |
| July | 38.5 | 21.4 | 0.3 |
| August | 38.1 | 21.7 | 0 |
| September | 35.3 | 19.7 | 0.3 |
| October · best | 30.5 | 16.8 | 4.7 |
| November · best | 24.9 | 12.4 | 16.8 |
| December · best | 19.9 | 8.2 | 6.5 |
Monthly averages. Source: NASA POWER climatology, 2001-2020.
January · ideal
The best window runs January, February, March, April, October, November and December.
High 18.2°CLow 6°CRain 8.1 mm
Sweet spot: Cairo has a hot desert climate. Winters (December to February) are mild and dry with cool evenings, spring and autumn are warm, and summer (June to August) is very hot with little rain. Most visitors prefer the cooler months from October to April.
One time zone
Canberra
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How much to tip, in AUD
E£500($15.61)
Restaurant bill
Even where a service charge is already added, a small extra cash tip is customary.
10–15%
on a E£500 bill: E£50 · $1.56
Hotel porter
Per bag.
E£20–E£50
$0.62–$1.56
Housekeeping
Per night, left in the room.
E£20–E£50
$0.62–$1.56
Tour guide
Per day, more for private guides.
E£100–E£200
$3.12–$6.24
Driver
Per day.
E£50–E£100
$1.56–$3.12
Taxi or ride-hail
Rounding up the fare is common; not obligatory.
0–10%
on a E£500 bill: E£0 · $0
Restroom attendant
Small change is expected at many public restrooms.
E£5–E£10
$0.16–$0.31
SIM, eSIM or roaming?
Local SIM
Local SIM card
≈ $4.68E£150
Vodafone, Orange, Etisalat or WE kiosks at the airport or in any town, with your passport Prices vary by data allowance; a passport is required to register the SIM.
eSIM
RecommendedTravel eSIM
≈ $15.15US$10
International eSIM apps or websites, bought online before you arrive Quick to set up and avoids queuing at the airport, but usually costs more per GB than a local SIM.
Roaming
Roaming on your home plan
Activate through your home network before departure Usually the most expensive option; check your provider's Egypt roaming rates first.
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