Straight answer, official source, and how long it takes.
US citizens need a visa to enter Egypt, which can be obtained upon arrival, or as an eVisa online.
Add your travel date and we'll tell you exactly how much to panic, based on typical processing times.
eVisa typically takes around a week.
Book a travel clinic appointment 6–8 weeks before you fly.
Required only if you're travelling from — or transiting through — a country with active transmission.
Certificate required if arriving from (or transiting) a country with yellow fever transmission risk.
Not required for entry — advised by NHS / CDC for most travellers.
Recommended — food & water borne.
Recommended, especially for longer stays or rural travel.
Consider for rural travel, cyclists, and long trips.
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.
All US citizens are required to have a visa to enter Egypt for tourism. You have two primary options: obtain a 30-day single-entry tourist visa upon arrival at Egyptian airports for a fee (payable in USD cash), or apply for an eVisa online before your trip through the official Egyptian government website.
For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.
| Passport | Regular US passport |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Tourism |
| Visa required | Yes — eVisa |
| Maximum stay | 30 days (single-entry tourist visa) |
| Passport validity | 6 months beyond date of departure |
| Return/onward ticket | No (verify on the official source, not explicitly stated as required) |
| Arrival form | None required (verify on the official source, not explicitly stated) |
| Last checked | 28 June 2026 |
No visa is required for US citizens visiting Morocco for tourism for stays under 90 days.
Read the dossierNo visa is required for US citizens visiting Tunisia for tourism for stays of 90 days or less.
Read the dossierThe official US State Department page for South Africa is currently unavailable; you will need to check directly with the South African embassy or consulate.
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