eVisa
Tourist
Entry
Validity
30 days
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Total cost
- ₼177 (US$104)
Do Azerbaijani citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes, but most Azerbaijani citizens travelling on an ordinary passport can get an Egypt e-Visa online instead of visiting an embassy.
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Egypt Visa for Azerbaijani Citizens: e-Visa Guide
- 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 listed
Azerbaijan is on the e-Visa list
Confirmed on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal
Passport validity
6 months from arrival
Needed for every route, with a blank page
Entry points
Named airports & borders only
Check your route is on the accepted list before booking
Two routes into Egypt
Ordinary passport
e-Visa
Azerbaijani citizens with an ordinary passport apply online through the official Egypt e-Visa Portal before flying, then print the approved e-Visa to show on arrival.
Other passports
Embassy visa or exemption
Diplomatic, service or official passports cannot use the e-Visa. Depending on the bilateral agreement in force, holders either apply at an Egyptian embassy or consulate, or may be exempt; check with the embassy before travel.
Which Azerbaijani passport are you holding?
Azerbaijan issues ordinary, service and diplomatic passports. Egypt treats them differently.
Ordinary passport
e-Visa eligibleHolders apply online through the official Egypt e-Visa Portal before flying.
Diplomatic or official passport
Check with embassyCannot use the e-Visa. Some sources say Azerbaijani diplomatic and official passport holders are visa-exempt by agreement, but this is unconfirmed on the official portal. Confirm with an embassy first.
Service passport
Not eligible for e-VisaCannot use the e-Visa. Holders must apply for a visa at an Egyptian embassy or consulate before travel.
Egypt e-Visa types and cost for Azerbaijani citizens, in Azerbaijani Manats
| e-Visa | Validity | Processing | Government fee | All-in with Plusvisa* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Multiple entry | 5–7 business days | US$65 ≈ ₼111 | ≈ ₼177 |
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Single entry | 5–7 business days | US$30 ≈ ₼51 | ≈ ₼101 |
* 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
The tourist e-Visa lets Azerbaijani citizens stay in Egypt for up to 30 days per entry. A single-entry e-Visa must be used within about 3 months of issue, and a multiple-entry e-Visa within about 6 months, each visit still capped at 30 days.
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.
30 days is per visit, not per trip: A multiple-entry e-Visa lets you come and go several times within its validity window, but each individual stay is still limited to 30 days.
It doesn't extend your passport: The 30-day stay and the visa's own validity window are separate from your passport's 6-month validity rule, which applies on top.
Extensions happen inside Egypt: To stay longer than your e-Visa allows, visit a passport and immigration office in Egypt before it expires; the e-Visa itself cannot be renewed online.
Overstaying has consequences: Staying past your permitted date without an extension can mean a fine or difficulties leaving Egypt or on a future visit.
Your document checklist
Six things to have ready before you start your application, as an Azerbaijani applicant.
Passport bio page
Colour scan or photo of the ordinary Azerbaijani passport's personal details page. Must be valid at least 6 months from arrival, with a blank page.
Passport-style photo
Recent photo on a plain white background, head and shoulders visible, no sunglasses.
Travel itinerary
Flight booking showing arrival and departure dates. Most Azerbaijani travellers fly via Cairo, Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh.
Accommodation details
Hotel booking or the address of where you're staying, covering the whole visit.
Card for online payment
A Visa, Mastercard or other accepted debit or credit card enabled for international online payment in US dollars; check your Azerbaijani bank allows this before applying.
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're 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
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By card, on the portal
- 3
Processing
5–7 business days
Official estimate
- 4
Approval emailed
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Keep a copy on your phone
- 5
Arrive in Egypt
—
Show the approval at the border
No fixed window is published. Apply at least two weeks ahead to leave time to fix a rejected upload or mismatched detail.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Are you travelling on an ordinary Azerbaijani passport, not a diplomatic, service or official one?
Is your passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date, with a blank page?
Are you flying into or crossing at one of Egypt's listed e-Visa airports, ports or land borders?
Is your trip for tourism or a short business visit, not to work or study in Egypt?
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 and route
Confirm your ordinary Azerbaijani passport has at least 6 months' validity and a blank page, and that you're arriving at a listed Egyptian airport, seaport or land border.
- 2
Gather your documents
Have your passport bio page, a digital photo, flight and hotel details ready, plus an internationally enabled card to pay in US dollars.
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, choose the tourism visa type, and enter your personal, passport and travel details exactly as they appear in your Azerbaijani passport.
- 5
Pay online
Pay the fee with a Visa, Mastercard or other accepted card enabled for international payment.
After you apply
- 6
Download your e-Visa
Once approved by email, sign back in and download and print the e-Visa.
- 7
Show it at the border
Present the printed e-Visa with your passport to the immigration officer at your port of entry.
Questions Azerbaijani travellers actually ask
Yes. Azerbaijan appears on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal's list of eligible nationalities, so most Azerbaijani citizens with an ordinary passport can apply online.
No. The e-Visa is only for ordinary passports. Diplomatic and service passport holders should contact an Egyptian embassy or consulate to check whether they need a visa or are exempt.
The fee is charged in US dollars by card on the official portal. Check with your Azerbaijani bank that your card is enabled for international online payment before applying.
No. That free entry stamp is for EU, UK, US and Israeli passport holders only. Azerbaijani citizens travelling anywhere in Egypt, including Sinai resorts, need the e-Visa or another valid visa.
Yes, as long as you land at one of Egypt's listed e-Visa airports, such as Cairo, Hurghada or Sharm El Sheikh. The e-Visa is checked against your entry point, not your departure city.
The official portal says mismatched details can void the application. Double-check your name, passport number and dates against your passport before submitting.
Yes, the portal offers both single and multiple-entry tourism e-Visas; choose the multiple-entry type when you apply if you plan more than one trip.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Azerbaijani plug fits. Here's what to expect.
Type C
Two round pins · 2.5 A
Type F
Two round pins · 16 A
Type C
Type C and F sockets are used both at home and in Egypt, so your own plugs fit.
Voltage
220 V · 50 Hz
Same as Azerbaijan — phones, laptops and shavers work with only an adapter, no converter.
Pack: nothing special — your type C and F plugs go straight in. A small power strip is still handy where hotel rooms have one socket.
Egypt drives on the right — just like home
Compare traffic side:
Egypt · right-hand traffic — same as Azerbaijan
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£28.6 · 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
Baku
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Cairo
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How much to tip, in AZN
E£400(₼14.01)
Restaurant bill
Even where a service charge is already added, a small extra cash tip is customary.
10–15%
on a E£400 bill: E£40 · ₼1.40
Hotel porter
Per bag.
E£20–E£50
₼0.70–₼1.75
Housekeeping
Per night, left in the room.
E£20–E£50
₼0.70–₼1.75
Tour guide
Per day, more for private guides.
E£100–E£200
₼3.50–₼7
Driver
Per day.
E£50–E£100
₼1.75–₼3.50
Taxi or ride-hail
Rounding up the fare is common; not obligatory.
0–10%
on a E£400 bill: E£0 · ₼0
Restroom attendant
Small change is expected at many public restrooms.
E£5–E£10
₼0.18–₼0.35
SIM, eSIM or roaming?
Local SIM
Local SIM card
≈ ₼5.25E£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
≈ ₼17US$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.
Get your Egypt e-Visa in about seven business days, without the portal headaches
Upload a phone photo and your passport, we check them against every rule above, submit, and send your approval to your inbox. From ₼101 all-in.
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