Yes, a visa is required to travel from Egypt to United Arab Emirates.
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Do I need a visa for United Arab Emirates from Egypt?
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Egyptian citizens need a visa to visit the United Arab Emirates — there is no visa-free entry for Egypt. The electronic visa (e-Visa) is applied for online before departure.
For a tourist trip to the UAE, Egyptian travellers must secure an entry permit before boarding their flight. The process is fully online through the federal ICP portal. Some entry points may offer a visa on arrival, but obtaining the e-Visa in advance is the safer route.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Egyptian nationals are not granted visa-free entry to the UAE and must obtain a visa before travelling. The standard route is the tourist e-Visa requested online. Your passport must remain valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry.
How and where to apply
Applications are made online through the official ICP portal (icp.gov.ae), or the GDRFA portal for Dubai. In practice, many Egyptian travellers also obtain the visa through an Emirati airline (Emirates, Etihad, flydubai) or a licensed hotel acting as sponsor. You complete the form, upload your documents and pay online.
Documents and fees
Prepare an Egyptian passport valid for at least 6 months, a compliant passport photo, a copy of your return flight ticket and proof of accommodation. The fee depends on the visa duration (for example short stay or extended stay) and is not confirmed here: check the exact price and validity directly on the official portal before paying.
Processing and tips
The UAE e-Visa is usually processed within a few working days, but the exact timeframe is not guaranteed: submit at least one to two weeks before departure. Make sure the name on the visa matches your passport exactly, and keep a printed or digital copy of the approved visa for check-in and border control on arrival.
Common mistakes
The main pitfalls are: travelling on the assumption of a non-guaranteed visa on arrival, a passport with less than 6 months' validity, a non-compliant photo, or overstaying the permitted duration (UAE overstay fines are steep). Always confirm the current fees and entry conditions on the official source.
Official sources
- Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP)
- GDRFA Dubai — Entry permits and visas
- UAE Government Portal — Visa information
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
Essential United Arab Emirates information
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to United Arab Emirates from Egypt?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 180 days.
How long can you stay in United Arab Emirates?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 180 days.
What other visa types exist for United Arab Emirates?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, United Arab Emirates offers among others: Job Seeker / Exploration visa, Green Visa (5-year residency), Virtual Working Programme (digital nomad), Employment Residence visa (employer-sponsored), Student visa, Family Residence visa (dependant).
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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