eVisa
Tourist
Entry
Validity
30 days
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Total cost
- $143 (US$104)
Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes, Canadian citizens need an e-Visa, or an embassy visa, before entering Egypt; Canada is on the official e-Visa eligible list.
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Egypt e-Visa for Canadians: Rules & 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
Needed for every route, even an approved e-Visa
Apply by
At least 7 days before flying
The portal's own minimum lead time before departure
Entry points
Set airports & borders only
The e-Visa isn't accepted at every crossing
Two routes into Egypt
Most Canadian travellers
e-Visa
Canada is on Egypt's e-Visa eligible list. Apply online on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal before you fly, then print the approval to show at the border.
Diplomatic & special passports
Regular visa at an embassy
Canadian diplomatic, special or official passport holders can't use the e-Visa. They apply for a visa in person at an Egyptian embassy or consulate before travel.
Which Canadian passport are you holding?
Canada issues a regular passport to most citizens, plus diplomatic and special passports for officials. Egypt's e-Visa portal treats these differently.
Regular Canadian passport
e-Visa eligibleHolders can apply for Egypt's e-Visa online before travelling, provided it has at least 6 months' validity and a blank page.
Diplomatic, special or official passport
Not eligibleThe e-Visa portal does not accept this passport type. Apply for a visa in person at an Egyptian embassy or consulate before travel.
Egypt e-Visa types and cost for Canadian citizens, in Canadian Dollars
| e-Visa | Validity | Processing | Government fee | All-in with Plusvisa* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Multiple entry | 5–7 business days | US$65 ≈ $90 | ≈ $143 |
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Single entry | 5–7 business days | US$30 ≈ $42 | ≈ $81 |
* 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
An approved e-Visa must be used to enter within a set window, then it allows a limited stay per visit. A single entry e-Visa covers one trip in; a multiple entry e-Visa covers several trips over a longer period.
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.
Typical tourist stay: Global Affairs Canada notes Egypt's tourist visa allows a 30-day stay per visit. Egypt's own e-Visa portal doesn't repeat this figure, so always check the dates shown on your approved e-Visa.
Single entry vs multiple entry: A single entry e-Visa covers one trip into Egypt. A multiple entry e-Visa lets you leave and come back more than once; confirm its dates before booking side trips, for example to Jordan.
Overstaying: Global Affairs Canada warns that staying past your permitted date without authorisation brings fines when you leave Egypt.
Extending in Egypt: If you need more time, visit a passport and immigration office in Egypt before your current permission runs out. Don't wait for the e-Visa to expire first.
Your document checklist
Six things to have ready before you start your application, as a Canadian applicant.
Passport bio page
Colour scan of your Canadian passport's photo page. Valid at least 6 months from your arrival date, with a blank page for the entry stamp.
Passport-style photo
Plain white background, head and shoulders visible, no sunglasses. No different size is stated for Canadian applicants.
Travel itinerary
Flight booking or ticket showing your arrival and departure dates.
Accommodation details
Hotel booking, or the address of where you're staying, covering the whole length of your visit.
Debit or credit card
A Visa, Mastercard or other accepted card for online payment. The charge is made in US dollars, so a Canadian card may add its own foreign transaction fee.
Only for some visa types
Supporting or invitation letter
Only if Business or family visits. An employer's letter for a business trip, or an invitation letter from the person or organisation you're visiting.
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 requires the application to be created at least 7 days before departure. Apply earlier so there is time to fix a rejected upload and still meet that deadline.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Do you hold a regular Canadian passport, not a diplomatic, special or official one?
Will your passport still be valid for at least 6 months after you arrive in Egypt, with a blank page?
Are you flying into, or crossing at, one of Egypt's listed e-Visa airports, seaports or land borders?
Is your trip for tourism, business or a family visit, rather than official or diplomatic duty?
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 eligibility
Make sure your regular Canadian passport has at least 6 months' validity from your arrival date and a blank page for the stamp.
- 2
Confirm your entry point
Check your flight or land crossing is one of Egypt's listed e-Visa airports, seaports or borders before you book.
- 3
Gather your documents
Have your passport bio page, a digital photo, and your flight and accommodation details ready to upload.
On the official portal
- 4
Register on the portal
Sign up on the Egypt e-Visa Portal with your email address and confirm the registration.
- 5
Complete the application
Sign in, choose the Tourism Visa and single or multiple entry, then fill in your personal, passport and travel details. Do this at least 7 days before you fly.
- 6
Pay online
Pay with a Visa, Mastercard or other accepted card. The charge is in US dollars, so check whether your Canadian card adds a conversion fee.
After you apply
- 7
Download and print your e-Visa
Once approved, you'll get an email. Sign back in to download and print the e-Visa before you fly.
- 8
Show it at the border
Present the printed e-Visa with your passport to the immigration officer at your port of entry.
Questions Canadian travellers actually ask
Yes. Canada is on the Egyptian e-Visa Portal's eligible list, so most Canadian tourists and business travellers apply online rather than at an embassy.
No. Diplomatic, special and official Canadian passports can't use the e-Visa. Apply for a visa at an Egyptian embassy or consulate before you travel.
Yes, the portal accepts Visa, Mastercard and other major debit and credit cards. The charge is in US dollars, so your card issuer may add a small conversion fee.
The portal requires you to create your application at least 7 days before you fly. Applying earlier gives you time to fix a rejected upload and still meet that deadline.
No. That free stamp is limited to passport holders from the EU, the UK, the US and Israel. Canadians travelling anywhere in Egypt, including Sinai resorts, need an e-Visa or an embassy visa.
Yes. Egyptian border rules ask for at least 6 months' validity from your arrival date, plus a blank page, whichever route you use.
Renew it before you travel. Egyptian officials can refuse entry even with an approved e-Visa if your passport doesn't meet this rule.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Canadian 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 A and B. A A-to-C adapter works for the whole trip.
Voltage
220 V · 50 Hz
Against 120 V · 60 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 — just like home
Compare traffic side:
Egypt · right-hand traffic — same as Canada
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£35.4 · 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
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How much to tip, in CAD
E£500($14.11)
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 · $1.41
Hotel porter
Per bag.
E£20–E£50
$0.56–$1.41
Housekeeping
Per night, left in the room.
E£20–E£50
$0.56–$1.41
Tour guide
Per day, more for private guides.
E£100–E£200
$2.82–$5.64
Driver
Per day.
E£50–E£100
$1.41–$2.82
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
$0.14–$0.28
SIM, eSIM or roaming?
Local SIM
Local SIM card
≈ $4.23E£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
≈ $13.70US$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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