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Egypt visa for Tunisians — full procedure, documents and fees 2026
Tunisian passport holders typically get the Egypt tourist visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport. Fee paid in cash at the airport counter (reference: around USD 25 — confirm the current rate on the official source before travel). Usually stamped in the passport within minutes. Stay typically authorised up to 30 days for a tourist visit.
Quick facts
- Visa type
- Visa on arrival · tourist · single entry
- Fee
- Around USD 25 cash (confirm current rate before travel)
- Stay duration
- Up to 30 days
- Processing time
- Typically a few minutes at the airport counter
- Passport validity
- At least 6 months past return date
- Letter of guarantee
- In most cases not required for tourist visa on arrival — confirmed before travel
Steps to obtain the visa
1) Check your passport
Confirm passport is valid at least 6 months past return date and has 2 blank pages for stamps.
2) Prepare USD cash
Cash only in USD. Cards typically not accepted at the visa counter. Exchange USD before departing Tunis and confirm the current amount from the official source.
3) On arrival at Cairo airport
Head to the Visa-on-Arrival counter before immigration (bank counters). Pay the displayed fee, receive the sticker, affix it to a blank passport page.
4) Immigration desk
Present passport to the officer who stamps the entry. Authorized stay: 30 days.
5) Collect your bags
Collect your luggage at international arrivals and exit. The Rinad Tours driver is waiting outside.
Required documents
- Tunisian passport valid 6 months past return date, with 2 blank pages
- Round-trip flight ticket (printed or electronic)
- Hotel booking or agency letter (Rinad Tours provides this)
- USD cash for the visa fee (reference ~25 USD — confirm with the official source before travel)
- ID photo (optional, rarely required for visa on arrival)
Fees
| Tourist single-entry visa | ~USD 25 |
| Multi-entry tourist visa (returning travellers) | ~USD 60 |
Fees paid in cash USD at the airport counter. Rates may change — confirm with the official source before travel. Rinad Tours adds no surcharge on visa on arrival.
FAQ
Does a Tunisian need a visa for Egypt?
Yes — typically obtained on arrival at Cairo airport (reference fee around USD 25, paid in cash, stamped within minutes). Confirm the current rate before travel. No prior application needed.
Is a letter of guarantee required for Tunisians?
In most cases, not required for the tourist visa on arrival. Letters of guarantee typically apply to work / long-stay visas. For tourism: a hotel booking or Rinad agency letter generally suffices — we brief you before travel.
Can I get an Egypt e-visa in advance?
Yes via visa2egypt.gov.eg, but visa on arrival is faster and cheaper for Tunisians. e-visa is useful to skip the airport queue.
How long does the visa take at the airport?
About 10 minutes off-peak. In high season (Ramadan, holidays) up to 20–30 minutes.
Can the visa be extended in Egypt?
Yes, can be extended at the Abbassiya passport office in Cairo. Rinad Tours guides you if needed.
Does Rinad Tours handle the visa end-to-end?
Yes — in all Egypt packages we guide you, provide the agency letter, and our coordinator meets you at the airport. Request an Egypt package from Rinad Tours.
Ready for your Egypt trip?
Rinad Tours arranges everything: visa, flight, hotel, transfers, guide. Contact us for a custom quote.
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