eVisa
Tourist
Entry
Validity
30 days
- Processing
- 5–7 business days
- Total cost
- US$59
Do Romanian citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes, for the Sinai resorts only: Romanian citizens get a free entry stamp on arrival.
For the rest of Egypt, check the e-Visa route below.
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Egypt Visa for Romanian Citizens: Entry and How to Apply
- Visa on arrival
- 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
Valid 6 months from arrival
Needs a blank page for the entry stamp
Sinai-only stamp
Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, Taba
Does not cover travel to the rest of Egypt
e-Visa timing
Apply at least 7 days before departure
Applies if you need the e-Visa route
Three routes into Egypt
Sinai resorts only
Free entry stamp on arrival
Romanian citizens can get a free Sinai-only stamp at the designated Sinai border points. It covers Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba, not the rest of Egypt.
Rest of Egypt
Egypt e-Visa
The official Egypt e-Visa Portal lists Romania among its e-Visa countries. Apply online before you fly. Check the destination guide's rule before you rely on this route.
Cannot use the e-Visa
Embassy visa
If your passport is not an ordinary Romanian passport, or it fails the rules, you must apply for a visa at an Egyptian embassy or consulate before you travel.
Egypt visa types and cost for Romanian citizens, in Romanian Leus
| visa | Validity | Processing | Government fee | All-in with Plusvisa* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Multiple entry | 5–7 business days | US$65 | US$104 |
Tourist eVisa | 30 days Single entry | 5–7 business days | US$30 | US$59 |
* 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
How long you may stay depends on the entry permission you get. The free Sinai stamp covers only the Red Sea resorts. For the rest of Egypt, check the length printed on your e-Visa or entry document.
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.
Sinai-only stamp: The stamp covers Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba only. It does not allow travel to Cairo, Luxor or other areas.
e-Visa: The e-Visa is a permission to enter and travel in Egypt. Check the validity and entry type shown on your approved e-Visa before you fly.
Extending your stay: Visitors can generally apply to extend their stay at a passport and immigration office in Egypt before their current permission expires. Check with the office nearest you.
Entry points: Your e-Visa is accepted only at listed airports, seaports and land crossings. Arriving at an unlisted point can mean the entry is refused.
Your document checklist
Five things to have ready before you start your application, as a Romanian applicant.
Passport bio page
Colour scan or photo of the personal details page. Valid at least 6 months from arrival, with a blank page.
Travel itinerary
Flight booking or ticket showing arrival and departure dates.
Accommodation details
Hotel booking, or the address where you will stay, for the whole visit. For the Sinai resorts, list the place you will stay.
Only for some visa types
Passport-style photo
Only if e-Visa route. Recent photo on a plain white background, head and shoulders visible. No sunglasses. Head coverings only for religious reasons.Supporting or invitation letter
Only if Business or family visits. Letter from your employer, or an invitation letter from the person or organisation you are 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 says to create the e-Visa application at least 7 days before departure. The Sinai-only stamp needs no application. The 14-day figure is advice, to leave room to resubmit an upload.
Four questions, 20 seconds
Do you hold an ordinary Romanian passport, not a diplomatic, service, official or travel document?
Will your passport be valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date, with a blank page?
Will you arrive at a listed Egyptian airport, seaport or land crossing?
Is your trip a tourist visit, not a business or family visit that needs a letter?
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
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival, with a blank page. Decide whether you are staying only in the Sinai resorts or going to the rest of Egypt.
- 2
Gather your documents
Have your passport bio page, a passport-style photo, your flight details and your hotel details ready to upload.
On the official portal
- 3
Create an account
Register on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal with your email address and confirm the registration.
- 4
Complete the application
Sign in, select the visa type, read the instructions and fill in your personal, passport and travel details. Apply at least 7 days before departure.
Every field must match your passport exactly.
- 5
Pay online
Pay by Visa, Mastercard or another accepted debit card. The official portal says the fee is non-refundable.
After you apply
- 6
Download your e-Visa
Once approved, you get an email. Sign in to download and print the e-Visa.
- 7
Present it on arrival
Show the printed e-Visa and your passport to the immigration officer at a listed entry point.
Egyptian port authorities can refuse entry even to e-Visa holders.
Official website: visa2egypt.gov.eg (opens in a new tab)
Questions Romanian travellers actually ask
It depends on where you go. For the Sinai resorts (Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, Taba), you get a free entry stamp on arrival. For the rest of Egypt, check the e-Visa route on the official portal.
No. It is a free stamp that covers only the Sinai Red Sea resorts. It does not allow travel to the rest of Egypt.
Register on the official Egypt e-Visa Portal, fill in your details, upload your documents and pay online. Once approved by email, download and print the e-Visa.
The official portal says to create the application at least 7 days before departure. It does not state an earliest date that I could find.
Yes. Egyptian border rules ask for a passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date, with a blank page.
No. It is accepted only at Egypt's designated airports, seaports and land crossings. Check your entry point before you book.
Visitors can generally apply to extend their stay at a passport and immigration office in Egypt before their current permission expires.
Refusals usually come from incomplete forms, passport problems, or details that do not match your passport. Correct the problem and check the portal for the reason.
Visa sorted
The things that make the first
48 hours easy, compared with home
Your Romanian 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 Romania
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).
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 RON
E£2,000
Restaurant bill
Even where a service charge is already added, a small extra cash tip is customary.
10–15%
on a E£2,000 bill: E£200
Hotel porter
Per bag.
E£20–E£50
Housekeeping
Per night, left in the room.
E£20–E£50
Tour guide
Per day, more for private guides.
E£100–E£200
Driver
Per day.
E£50–E£100
Taxi or ride-hail
Rounding up the fare is common; not obligatory.
0–10%
on a E£2,000 bill: E£0
Restroom attendant
Small change is expected at many public restrooms.
E£5–E£10
SIM, eSIM or roaming?
Local SIM
Local SIM card
≈ E£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
≈ US$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.
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