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Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Egypt?

Canadian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt, valid up to 30 days per entry.

Visa on arrival

Canadian citizens can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival at most Egyptian airports for US$25, or apply online for an e-Visa.

Last verified: 2026-06-01 · Source: official government page

At a glance

Visa type	Egypt VOA or e-Visa
Maximum stay	30 days per entry
Processing time	On arrival (VOA) or 5–7 days (e-Visa)
Application fee	US$25
Passport validity required	Valid 6+ months
Where to apply	Airport VOA counter or visa2egypt.gov.eg
Apply up to	e-Visa: at least 7 days before

How to apply, step by step

Pay US$25 at airport VOA counter OR apply online at visa2egypt.gov.eg.
Passport 6+ months.
Proceed through Egyptian immigration.

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Document checklist

Canadian passport (6+ months)
US$25 cash (VOA) or card (e-Visa)
Return/onward flight

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Frequently asked questions

VOA vs e-Visa?

VOA is quick but means airport queueing. e-Visa speeds up arrival.

What happens if I overstay?

Fines, possible re-entry bans, and complications for future applications.

About this page

Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of Egypt. Verified weekly against three independent sources.

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