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Does Egypt require a visa for Canadian citizens?

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Last checked 22 Jul 2026Source · Visa2Egypt Portal (Official Egyptian E-Visa Portal)How we source this →
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Do Canadian citizens need a visa for Egypt?

Yes, Canadian citizens need an e-Visa or a visa on arrival to enter Egypt.

Apply on the official siteVisa2Egypt Portal (Official Egyptian E-Visa Portal) — last checked 22 July 2026
Always confirm with the official source before you travel.
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eVisa typically takes around a week.

Health FileSubject · EgyptChecked · 22 Jul 2026

Vaccinations for Egypt

Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.

Conditional

Only if arriving from a risk area

Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.

  • Yellow Fever

    Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.

Recommended on health grounds

Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.

  • Hepatitis A

    Recommended — food & water borne.

  • Typhoid

    Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.

  • Rabies

    Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.

→ Read the Yellow Fever briefing

Which countries require the certificate, timing, cost, and the 10-day validity rule.

Not medical advice. Always confirm with your GP, travel nurse, or a Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre — requirements change and can vary based on where you're arriving from.

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Deep breath. Here's the answer.

Canadian citizens travelling to Egypt for tourism or short business trips can obtain an e-Visa online before travel or a visa on arrival at major Egyptian ports of entry. It is generally recommended to get an e-Visa in advance to ensure a smooth entry process.

Key facts

For Canadian passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

PassportCanadian passport
PurposeTourism / short business trip
Visa requiredYes — eVisa
Maximum stayUp to 30 days per entry
Passport validityAt least 6 months beyond your intended stay
Return/onward ticketYes, or onward ticket
Arrival formMay be required, typically provided on arrival
Last checked22 July 2026

You may need a visa if…

  • The e-Visa is for single entries only.
  • Overstaying your visa can result in fines and entry bans.
  • Business visa requirements may differ slightly; confirm purpose of travel with e-Visa application.
  • Health regulations and entry requirements can change with little notice, especially for COVID-19 related measures.
  • Ensure your passport has enough blank pages for stamps.

Before you travel

  • Apply for your e-Visa online well in advance.
  • Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your trip.
  • Have proof of onward or return travel.
  • Carry copies of your e-Visa confirmation and passport.
  • Check the latest travel advisories from the Government of Canada.
  • Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and trip cancellations.

Common questions

Canadian citizens can obtain an e-Visa online before travel or a visa on arrival for tourism or short business trips to Egypt.

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