eVisa
Tourist
Entry
Validity
30 days
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Total cost
- €55 (US$59)
Do Belgian citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes, Belgian citizens need a visa for Egypt, but most can get it online as an e-Visa before flying.
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Egypt Visa for Belgian Citizens: e-Visa & How to Apply
- Visa required · e-Visa
- Apply at least 7 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 validity
6 months from arrival
Applies whichever route you use
Belgium on e-Visa list
Yes
Confirmed on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal
Blank page
At least 1 needed
Belgian authorities recommend 2 for travel outside the EU
Two routes into Egypt
Most Belgian travellers
e-Visa
Belgium is on Egypt's e-Visa list. You apply online on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal before you fly, upload your documents, pay by card, then print the approved e-Visa to show on arrival.
Sinai Red Sea resorts only
Sinai-only entry stamp
If you are only visiting Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba, Belgian passport holders can get a free stamp on arrival instead of an e-Visa. It does not cover travel to the rest of Egypt, including Cairo or Luxor.
Egypt e-Visa types and cost for Belgian citizens, in Euros
| e-Visa | Validity | Processing | Government fee | All-in with Plusvisa* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Multiple entry | 5–7 business days | US$65 ≈ €61 | ≈ €97 |
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Single entry | 5–7 business days | US$30 ≈ €28 | ≈ €55 |
* 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 Egypt e-Visa comes as a single-entry or a multiple-entry tourism visa. The official portal sets the length of stay for the type you choose when you apply, so check this on the application form before you pay.
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.
Single entry: Covers one arrival and one stay in Egypt. If you leave and want to come back, you need a new e-Visa or another entry document.
Multiple entries: Lets you enter and leave Egypt more than once while it is valid. It does not extend how long you can stay on any single visit.
Sinai-only stamp does not count: The free Sinai stamp available to Belgian passport holders is a separate entry permission, not a tourism e-Visa, and only covers the Red Sea resorts.
Extending your stay: If you want to stay longer than your e-Visa allows, apply at a passport and immigration office in Egypt before it expires, not after.
Your document checklist
Six things to have ready before you start your application, as a Belgian applicant.
Passport bio page
Colour scan of the personal details page. Valid at least 6 months from arrival with at least 1 blank page. Belgium recommends keeping 2 blank pages free for travel outside the EU.
Passport-style photo
Recent photo on a plain white background, head and shoulders visible, no sunglasses. A Belgian ID-style photo works.
Travel itinerary
Flight booking showing arrival and departure dates, matching the name on your Belgian passport exactly.
Accommodation details
Hotel booking, or the address of where you're staying, covering the length of your visit.
Visa or Mastercard
The portal accepts Visa, Mastercard and other debit or credit cards. Belgian EUR cards work; your bank converts the dollar amount charged.
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
—
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
The official portal states you must create your e-Visa application at least 7 days before departure. Applying earlier leaves room to fix a rejected upload and resubmit.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Are you travelling on an ordinary Belgian passport, not a diplomatic, service or special passport?
Will your passport still be valid for at least 6 months after you arrive in Egypt, with a blank page free?
Are you arriving at one of Egypt's listed e-Visa airports, seaports or land borders?
Is your trip only to Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba?
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
Make sure your Belgian passport has at least 6 months of validity left from your arrival date and a blank page. Belgian guidance recommends keeping 2 pages free for trips outside the EU.
- 2
Gather your documents
Have your passport bio page, a digital photo, your flight itinerary and accommodation details ready to upload, plus a supporting letter if you're travelling for business or a family visit.
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 the visa type, and fill in your personal, passport and travel details exactly as they appear on your Belgian passport.
- 5
Pay the fee
Pay online with a Visa, Mastercard or other accepted card. Belgian EUR cards work; your bank converts the dollar charge.
After you apply
- 6
Download your e-Visa
Once approved, you'll get an email. Sign back in to download and print the e-Visa from your account.
- 7
Present it on arrival
Show the printed e-Visa with your passport to the immigration officer at your port of entry in Egypt.
Official website: visa2egypt.gov.eg (opens in a new tab)
Questions Belgian travellers actually ask
Yes. Belgium is on Egypt's official e-Visa list, so most Belgian travellers can apply online through the Egypt e-Visa Portal before flying, instead of visiting an embassy.
Egypt asks for at least one blank page for the entry stamp. Belgian authorities recommend keeping at least two blank pages free for any trip outside the EU, so check this before you travel.
Yes. The official portal accepts Visa, Mastercard and other debit or credit cards. The charge is in US dollars, so your Belgian bank converts the amount at its own rate.
Belgian passport holders can get a free Sinai-only entry stamp on arrival for Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba. It does not let you travel to Cairo, Luxor or the rest of Egypt, so you'd need the e-Visa for that instead.
The official portal says to submit your application at least 7 days before departure. Applying further ahead leaves time to fix and resubmit if a document is rejected.
Children travelling on their own Belgian passport need their own e-Visa application, with the same passport validity and blank page rules as adults.
Egyptian border rules can refuse entry without the full 6 months' validity from your arrival date, even with an approved e-Visa. Renew your passport before applying.
No. Egypt's e-Visa and entry rules are based on your passport, not your Belgian eID. You need a valid passport to apply and to enter Egypt.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Belgian 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 is used both at home and in Egypt, so your own plugs fit — though you may meet the other types too.
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: nothing special — your type C 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 Belgium
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£52.4 · 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
Brussels
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Cairo
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How much to tip, in EUR
E£800(€15.26)
Restaurant bill
Even where a service charge is already added, a small extra cash tip is customary.
10–15%
on a E£800 bill: E£80 · €1.53
Hotel porter
Per bag.
E£20–E£50
€0.38–€0.95
Housekeeping
Per night, left in the room.
E£20–E£50
€0.38–€0.95
Tour guide
Per day, more for private guides.
E£100–E£200
€1.91–€3.81
Driver
Per day.
E£50–E£100
€0.95–€1.91
Taxi or ride-hail
Rounding up the fare is common; not obligatory.
0–10%
on a E£800 bill: E£0 · €0
Restroom attendant
Small change is expected at many public restrooms.
E£5–E£10
€0.10–€0.19
SIM, eSIM or roaming?
Local SIM
Local SIM card
≈ €2.86E£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
≈ €9.26US$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
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