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The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism has said that the cost of its standard tourist visa has not risen from US $25 to US $45, in what would have been the first rise in more than ten years.
Following reports in various media outlets that the fee increase had been approved by President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi and would come into effect immediately, Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said on Monday that the rumours were ‘completely unfounded’.
In a report published by Ahram Online, the Ministry said that ‘no decision has been issued to raise visa fees’, and clarified that recent amendments to the law only set a maximum possible visa fee of $45 and do not affect the current $25 charge.
In a statement to the media, a Ministry spokesperson said: ‘With reference to what has been circulated by some newspapers and electronic websites in the past hours—news claiming that Egypt has increased entry visa fees from $25 to $45—within the framework of the amendments to Law No. 175 of 2025 related to imposing a consular fee by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities confirms that this news is completely false, and that no decisions have been issued to increase Egypt’s entry visa fees.
‘What has been issued regarding visa fees at the current time is only the determination of the upper limit for visa fees, not the implementation of any increase.
‘The Ministry further stresses that what is being circulated is nothing but rumours, emphasising that any information related to entry visas or others will be officially announced by the competent authorities through official statements, as is customary.’
Do I need a visa to Egypt?
Holidaymakers from the UK, EU and USA and a handful of other nations (see here for a full list) staying in Sharm el Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba for 15 days or less are granted a free Sinai Entry Stamp on arrival.
A visa is needed to travel anywhere outside those locations, which, for divers, technically includes Ras Mohamed National Park.
Although passports are not always checked at Sharm’s jetties prior to departure, it’s better to be safe than sorry and get the visa in advance if you are flying into Sharm and planning to visit Ras Mohamed or the wrecks of Thistlegorm and Dunraven.
If you’re travelling anywhere else in Egypt, including the mainland resorts of Hurghada, El Gouna, El Quseir, Safaga and Marsa Alam, you need a visa.
E-visa or visa on arrival?
An e-visa is the more convenient choice for travelling, but you’ll need to apply at least one week in advance to make sure you receive it.
You can easily buy a visa on arrival at the airport, although it may add some waiting time to your journey. US Dollars are preferred if paying in cash, although pounds sterling and euros will be accepted, and you can also pay by credit or debit card.
This article has been updated from an original report suggesting an imminent increase in the price of Egyptian tourist visas
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