eVisa
Tourist
Entry
Validity
30 days
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Total cost
- €55 (US$59)
Do Luxembourgish citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes, Luxembourg citizens need a visa for Egypt, but most can get one online as an e-Visa before flying.
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Egypt Visa for Luxembourg 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 to every entry route
e-Visa list
Luxembourg is included
Confirmed on the official portal
Apply by
At least 7 days before departure
Official portal requirement
Three routes into Egypt
Most people
e-Visa
Luxembourg is on Egypt's official e-Visa list, so most travellers apply online through the Egypt e-Visa Portal before flying and print the approved e-Visa to show on arrival.
Sinai resorts only
Sinai-only entry stamp
If you're only visiting Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba, EU passport holders including Luxembourgers can get a free stamp on arrival. It does not cover travel to the rest of Egypt.
Diplomatic or travel documents
Embassy visa
Luxembourg diplomatic, service or special passport holders, or anyone travelling on a non-standard travel document, cannot use the e-Visa and must apply at an Egyptian embassy or consulate instead.
Egypt e-Visa types and cost for Luxembourgish 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 e-Visa comes as a single-entry or a multiple-entry tourism visa. The official portal does not publish the exact number of days you may stay on each, so check the dates printed on your own approved e-Visa before you book your return flight.
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 vs multiple entry: The single-entry tourism e-Visa covers one trip in and out of Egypt. The multiple-entry version lets you leave and re-enter, useful for side trips to Jordan or Israel.
Check your own visa: Your approved e-Visa shows the exact validity and stay period issued to you. Always read it before booking onward or return travel.
Extending your stay: If you need longer in Egypt, apply to extend at a passport and immigration office before your current permission expires, as set out in the destination guide.
Overstaying: Staying past your e-Visa's permitted period can mean fines or problems leaving Egypt, so plan your return date against the visa you were issued.
Your document checklist
Six things to have ready before you start your application, as a Luxembourgish applicant.
Passport bio page
Colour scan or photo of the personal details page. Must be valid at least 6 months from your arrival date in Egypt 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 or ticket showing your arrival and departure dates.
Accommodation details
Hotel booking or the address of where you're staying, covering your full visit.
Debit or credit card
A Visa, Mastercard or other accepted card to pay the e-Visa fee online. Luxembourg-issued euro cards are accepted; the portal charges in US dollars, so your bank converts the amount.
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
—
Keep a copy on your phone
- 5
Arrive in Egypt
—
Show the approval at the border
The official portal sets no earliest date but says you must create your application at least 7 days before departure. Apply a few weeks ahead to leave time if you need to fix or resubmit anything.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Are you travelling on an ordinary Luxembourg passport, not a diplomatic, service or special one?
Is your passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Egypt, with a blank page?
Will you arrive at one of Egypt's listed e-Visa airports, seaports or land borders?
Are you applying at least 7 days before you depart?
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 timing
Make sure your Luxembourg passport has at least 6 months of validity left from your arrival date, a blank page, and that you can apply at least 7 days before you fly.
- 2
Gather your documents
Have your passport bio page, a digital photo, flight itinerary and accommodation details ready to upload.
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 tourism visa type, and fill in your personal, passport and travel details exactly as they appear on your passport.
- 5
Pay the fee
Pay online using a Visa, Mastercard or other accepted debit or credit card. Luxembourg-issued euro cards work; the charge is billed in US dollars.
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 an approved Egyptian airport, seaport or land border.
Official website: visa2egypt.gov.eg (opens in a new tab)
Questions Luxembourgish travellers actually ask
Yes. Luxembourg is on the Egyptian government's official e-Visa list, so most Luxembourg passport holders can apply online through the Egypt e-Visa Portal before flying.
The official portal says you must create your e-Visa application at least 7 days before departure. Applying several weeks ahead leaves room to fix mistakes or re-upload documents.
EU passport holders, including Luxembourgers, can get a free Sinai-only stamp on arrival at certain border points. It only covers Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba, not the rest of Egypt.
Yes. The portal accepts Visa, Mastercard and other major cards. The fee is charged in US dollars, so your Luxembourg bank will convert the amount at its own rate.
Diplomatic, service and special passport holders cannot use the e-Visa. You'll need to apply for a visa at an Egyptian embassy or consulate before travelling.
Egyptian border rules ask for one blank page for the entry stamp, plus at least 6 months of validity from your arrival date.
Only if it's on Egypt's approved list of e-Visa airports, seaports and land borders. Landing elsewhere can mean your e-Visa isn't accepted.
You can correct and resubmit, but the processing fee itself is non-refundable, even for a rejected or incomplete application, according to the official portal.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Luxembourgish 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 Luxembourg
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
Luxembourg
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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
Upload a phone photo and your passport, we check them against every rule above, submit, and send your approval to your inbox. From €55 all-in.
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