eVisa
Tourist
Entry
Validity
30 days
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Total cost
- €55 (US$59)
Do Finnish citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes, Finnish citizens need a visa for Egypt, but most trips can be covered by the official online e-Visa.
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Egypt Visa for Finnish Citizens: e-Visa Guide 2025
- Visa required · e-Visa
- Apply about 10 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 whichever route you use
e-Visa eligible
Finland is on the list
Apply online before you fly
Sinai-only option
Free stamp, resorts only
Doesn't cover Cairo, Luxor or the Nile
Three routes into Egypt
Most people
e-Visa
Finnish passport holders are on Egypt's e-Visa eligible list. You apply online through the official portal before flying and show the printed approval on arrival.
Sinai resorts only
Sinai-only entry stamp
If you're flying straight to Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba and staying only there, Finnish passport holders can get a free stamp on arrival instead of an e-Visa. It does not let you travel to the rest of Egypt.
Non-ordinary passports
Embassy visa
Finnish citizens with a diplomatic, service or other non-ordinary passport, or a travel document instead of a passport, cannot use the e-Visa and must apply at an Egyptian embassy or consulate before travel.
Egypt e-Visa types and cost for Finnish 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
Egypt's tourist e-Visa is issued as single-entry or multiple-entry. Both let a Finnish visitor stay up to 30 days per visit, and the e-Visa itself stays valid for use for a set window after issue.
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 e-Visa: Covers one trip into Egypt, with a stay of up to 30 days. It cannot be used again once you leave.
Multiple-entry e-Visa: Lets you enter more than once while the e-Visa is valid, with each individual stay still limited to 30 days.
It is not a 30-day-per-month allowance: The 30 days is the maximum for one continuous stay, not a running total. Leaving and re-entering does not reset a single-entry visa.
Overstaying: The destination guide notes Egyptian port authorities can refuse entry or cause problems at exit for anyone who stays beyond what their visa allows.
Extensions: If you want to stay longer than your e-Visa allows, you apply at a passport and immigration office inside Egypt before it expires, as described in the main Egypt guide.
Your document checklist
Six things to have ready before you start your application, as a Finnish applicant.
Passport bio page
Colour scan of the personal details page. Must be valid at least 6 months from arrival and have 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. A Finnair or other airline e-ticket is accepted.
Accommodation details
Hotel booking or address for the whole stay.
Debit or credit card
A Visa, Mastercard or other accepted card that can pay online in US dollars. Most Finnish bank cards work; check your bank allows foreign currency online payments before applying.
Only for some visa types
Supporting or invitation letter
Only if Business or family visits. A letter from your employer in Finland, 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
—
Keep a copy on your phone
- 5
Arrive in Egypt
—
Show the approval at the border
The official portal sets no fixed earliest or latest date. Applying around 10 days before you fly leaves time for standard processing and for fixing and resubmitting an upload if it's rejected.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Are you travelling on an ordinary Finnish passport, not a diplomatic, service or other special passport?
Will your passport still be valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date, with a blank page free?
Are you arriving at one of Egypt's listed e-Visa airports, seaports or land borders?
Is your trip for tourism, a business visit or visiting family, rather than work or study?
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 you qualify
Confirm your Finnish passport is ordinary (not diplomatic or service), has at least 6 months' validity from your arrival date, and a blank page.
- 2
Gather your documents
Have your passport bio page scan, a digital photo, flight booking and hotel details ready, plus a card that can pay online in US dollars.
On the official portal
- 3
Create an account
Register on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal with your email address and confirm the registration link.
- 4
Fill in the application
Sign in, choose single or multiple entry, and enter your personal, passport and travel details exactly as they appear in your Finnish passport.
- 5
Pay online
Pay with a Visa, Mastercard or other accepted card. The portal charges in US dollars, so check your bank's foreign transaction terms.
After you apply
- 6
Download your e-Visa
Once approved by email, sign back into your account and download and print the e-Visa.
- 7
Present it on arrival
Show your printed e-Visa with your passport to the immigration officer at an approved Egyptian airport, seaport or land border.
Official website: visa2egypt.gov.eg (opens in a new tab)
Questions Finnish travellers actually ask
Yes. Finland is on the Egypt e-Visa Portal's eligible list, so most Finnish passport holders travelling for tourism, business or family visits can apply online before flying.
For Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba only, Finnish citizens can usually get a free Sinai-only stamp on arrival instead of an e-Visa. Hurghada is not part of this Sinai-only zone, so you need the e-Visa or another valid route there.
The portal charges in US dollars, so you need a Visa, Mastercard or other card that can make an online payment in that currency. Check with your Finnish bank if you're unsure your card allows this.
What matters is your final port of entry into Egypt. Check it's on the official list of approved airports, seaports or land borders before you book.
Egypt asks for at least one blank page for the entry stamp, on top of 6 months' validity from your arrival date. This applies to every nationality, including Finnish passport holders.
No. The e-Visa and entry to Egypt require a passport. A Finnish national ID card is not an accepted travel document for this trip.
Egyptian port authorities can refuse entry or cause problems on exit if you stay longer than your e-Visa allows. If you need more time, apply to extend at a passport and immigration office in Egypt before it expires.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Finnish 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
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 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 Finland
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
Helsinki
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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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