This is the most updated application process for Filipinos to acquire a Tourist Visa to Egypt.
The requirement for a tourist visa to Egypt has changed a little with the addition of vaccines being required but remains simple and straightforward. Still, you must go to the embassy 3 times during the process, which is a hassle if you don’t live near the Egyptian Embassy in Makati.
In applying for an Egyptian Tourist visa, you DO NOT NEED to pay the Php 1,700 visa fee if you're not approved, but you do need to pay an application fee of 200 upon filing. You DO NOT NEED to book flight and hotel.
4 Steps in Applying for Tourist Visa to Egypt
- Prepare and submit the requirements at the Egyptian embassy with a passport. Pay the application fee of 200 pesos upon filing
- Wait for Visa Approval call (30 days minimum, but got my advice in 7 days)
- Submit your passport and pay the visa fee of P1700 (single entry) and P4000 (multiple entries) – price increase since 2022
- Back to the embassy to get your passport with the visa sticker stamped
Required Documents for Egypt Visa Application
- Filled up Visa Application Form
- Two (2) recent colored photos, 2″x 2″ with white background
- Passport with 6 months validity
- Bank Certificate, 7 days old
- Employment Certificate stating salary or Business Registration (whichever is applicable to you)
- Tour Itinerary
- International Vaccination Certificate of the COVID-19 Vaccination (Fully Vaccinated)
- Letter of Intent duly signed by the applicant
- Copy of Philippine residency/ visa / Immigration ID Card (for Philippine-based foreigners).
A visa application must be submitted personally to the Embassy during consular working hours from Monday – Wednesday from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. except for holidays. No appointment is necessary.
When you get to the embassy office at the 7F, you will note 2 PNP and 2 Filipino soldiers stationed at the door. There is one Egyptian receptionist to whom you must surrender your mobile phone upon entry.
Ms. Marian, the consular officer inside the embassy will be the one to check and accept your application. She is the one who replies to emails and also answers calls.
When should you apply for Egyptian Visa?
Egyptian visa is valid for 3 months from its issuance. The embassy estimates they need one month to process your visa (FYI: not guaranteed). Therefore, I recommend you apply about 2 months before your intended trip to Egypt. My visa was approved in 7 days and I got 6 months of validity, so it’s all random! You must enter and exit Egypt within the validity period.
Where is the Egyptian Embassy in Manila?
If you have more questions regarding visa application, please contact the Embassy directly on any of the following means below. They are prompt with replies via email and also friendly over the phone.
Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Manila 7th Floor G.C. Corporate Plaza 150 Legaspi St., Legaspi Village Makati City Tel: 8843-9220 & 8843-9232 Email: egyptmanila@gmail.com Consular Hours: Monday – Wednesday, except holidays 9:00 AM - 12:00 NN Filing Fee: Php 200 cash upon filing Visa Fee: Php 1,700 Cash upon approval for single entry and Php 4,000 for multiple entries
Egypt Tour Itinerary Sample
Egypt in 1 Week
Day 1-2, Cairo: Walking tour of the city with an egyptologist. Tour the pyramids and the sphinx. Explore the Cairo Museum of Egyptian Antiquities. Fly to Aswan.
Day 3-4, Aswan: Camel ride to the Monastery of St. Simeon, Nubian Museum, excursion to Elephantine Island, Abu Simbel – one of the most recognizable symbols of Egypt
Day 5-6, Nile River Cruise: Sail along the Nile and stay overnight in a Felucca (traditional Egyptian sailboat. Visit Kom Ombo Temple.
Day 7-8, Luxor: Colossi of Memnon, Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple Complex, Valley of the Kings, go shopping in a local bazaar. Return to Cairo.
Do you know why the polio vaccine is required? I dont remember if ive had that vaccine, do i need to get a shot?
How many months before your intended travel date do you apply for the visa? What do u recommend? Will they put the validity date to cover yourintended travel date?
Hi! May I know how long the visa is valid? Can I apply 6 months in advance?
Magkano po ang need ng laman ng bank statement kapag magtourist visa po sa Egypt?
The amount of money you need in the bank to apply for a Visa is unknown. Generally, you need to show that you have enough financial resources to cover your travel and living expenses during your stay in their country. The minimum amount of funds required can also vary depending on the length of your stay and the purpose of your visit. In general, the amount of funds required is usually around €100 per day of stay, although this can vary depending on the country. It is important to note that the funds required for your application do not necessarily need to be in a bank account. You can also show proof of other forms of financial resources, such as cash, traveler’s checks, or credit cards. At the end of the day, pwede ka nila bigyan ng visa kahit wala ka mashadong pera, at maari ding madeny kahit may pera at trabajo ka. It’s the luck of the roll! Good luck sis
Hello! How much money (or at least the ADB) did you have in your bank account?
Also, how early in advance did you apply for your egypt visa?
Hi! I just need some tips..
I have Egyptian boyfriend and the visa is for me and our daughter. Is it okay to tell them that aside of having a visit to my daughter’s relatives is we will also fix our wedding there?..hope you notice..thank you
hi, ano po nilalagay dun sa Address in A.R of Egypt? Thanks!