How Long Can I Stay in Egypt?
Complete guide for UK passport holders. Last verified 2026-02-02.
Maximum Stay
15 days (Sharm resorts) or 30 days (visa on arrival) or 90 days (e-visa)
At a Glance
Duration
15 days (Sharm resorts) or 30 days (visa on arrival) or 90 days (e-visa)
per entry (on arrival) or 90 days (e-visa)
Visa Type
e-Visa or Visa on Arrival
Entry Requirements
- Passport valid for 6+ months from arrival
- At least 1 blank page
- e-Visa ($25 USD, apply online) OR visa on arrival ($25 USD cash - dollars preferred)
- Return/onward ticket
- Sufficient funds
Important Things to Know
Sharm el-Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba, Taba: FREE 15-day entry stamp (no visa) if staying in resorts only
If leaving resort areas or staying >15 days: need visa (can get at Sharm airport)
Visa on arrival: $25 USD cash at airport kiosks BEFORE immigration
Use official visa kiosks at the airport, not third-party agents
e-Visa processing: up to 5 days (apply in advance)
Taba border from Israel: 720 EGP 'Sinai Tax' exempts you from visa for 15 days in Sinai only
Leaving Sinai Peninsula or staying >15 days from Taba: need visa
Sudan border: visa on arrival no longer available - apply at consulate in Wadi Halfa (6+ months)
Max 5,000 EGP in/out, declare 10k+ USD equivalent foreign currency
Declare high-value electronics, satellite phones confiscated without clearance
Can I Extend My Stay?
Apply at Passport & Immigration Offices - fine if overstay by 14+ days
Additional Information
Bilateral Agreement
None
Complex visa system - varies by entry point and destination. Sharm resorts are simplest (free stamp).
Official Sources
Official Government Source
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/egypt/entry-requirementsLast verified: 2026-02-02
Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling, as visa policies can change.
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