Cairo, the mystical city of ancient pyramids and pharaohs is packed with numerous attractions that provoke number of tourists to look for cheap flights to the city. Also known as ‘The City of Thousand Minarets’, Cairo is located near the Nile Delta in Northern Egypt. Tourists often board flights to this historical city for a gratifying holiday. But before boarding flights, it is advisable to know about the entry requirements for travelling to different parts of Egypt, including Cairo.
FCO’s Advice for Britons
As per Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Britons normally need visa for travel to Egypt, with an exception to those travelling to Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba resorts who receive a free entry permission stamp upon arrival for up to time of 15 days. But to get the permission to enter Cairo, you must obtain a visa. Tourists can obtain a visa from the Egyptian Consulate in the UK before taking flights to Cairo; they may also purchase a visa upon arrival in Cairo for stays of up to a month by paying in Sterling (GBP), US Dollars or Euros.
Business Visa
Travellers visiting Egypt for business purposes also need to satisfy the usual visa requirement. Business visas must be applied for before travelling to Egypt, hence all those travelling to business must ascertain visa requirements before booking flights. Additionally, the website of Egypt Consulate states the requirement of an official letter for any business travel to the country.
Visa Fees
Tourist and business visas can be applied for single entry or multiple-entry into the country which entail varying fees that is given on the website of Egypt Consulate. Britons applying for tourist visa to Cairo/Egypt need to pay £15 for single-entry and £18 for multiple-entry visa. If you are applying for business visa, it will cost you £53 for single-entry and £91 for multiple-entry. For latest and updated information on visa fees please consult with the Egyptian Consulate or visit www.egyptianconsulate.co.uk
Visa Extension
Flyers arriving on flights here and need to extend the visa for any reason can do so at the Egyptian Passport and Immigration Office. You will not be allowed to leave Egypt if the visa is out of date by more than 14 days as per FCO.
