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Yes, a visa is required to travel from Mexico to Egypt.

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Do I need a visa for Egypt from Mexico?

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In short

Mexican travellers need a visa for Egypt; the recommended route is the electronic visa (e-Visa) applied for online before departure on the official Visa2Egypt portal. A visa on arrival may also be issued at some airports.

Egypt offers Mexican citizens an e-Visa to be requested on the official portal visa2egypt.gov.eg before travel. The approved authorisation is presented on arrival, for example at Cairo International Airport. The exact fee and validity appear on the portal at the time of application.

Do you need a visa?

Yes, Mexican nationals must hold a visa to enter Egypt. The recommended route is the e-Visa applied for in advance on the official portal; a visa on arrival may also be issued at some entry points, but the e-Visa secures your entry before departure.

How and where to apply

Submit the application on the official portal visa2egypt.gov.eg before travel: create an account, enter your passport and stay details, choose single or multiple entry, and pay online. Keep the approved authorisation for Egyptian immigration.

Documents and fees

Prepare a Mexican passport valid for at least six months, proof of accommodation and a return ticket. The visa amount is not confirmed in our grounding data, so check the fee shown on the official portal before paying, whether online or on arrival.

Processing and tips

Submit the e-Visa application several working days before departure to cover processing time. Check the authorised length of stay and the entry type, and read the Mexican government (SRE) traveller guide before you go.

Common mistakes

Frequent errors include using an unofficial reseller site, presenting a passport with insufficient validity, or choosing single entry when your itinerary requires multiple entries. Make sure the details entered match the passport exactly.

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Essential Egypt information

Capital : Cairo

Egypt is an Arab republic in North Africa, renowned for its ancient civilization and the Nile River. With a young and growing population of 116 million, it holds a strategic role via the Suez Canal. The capital is Cairo, home to 22 million people.

Weather in Cairo

Updated : 2026-07-24 08:00
Partly cloudy
26.3°C
Partly cloudy
Feels like : 27.8°C
Humidity : 74%

Practical travel information

Population : 116,000,000
Languages :
  • arabe
Currency : £ (Egyptian Pound)
Continent : Africa
Area : 1,002,000 km²
Coordinates : Lat: 30.04, Lng: 31.24
Government : Arab Republic
National day : July 23 (Revolution of the Free Officers)

Essential preparations

Timezone : Africa/Cairo
Calling code : +20
Internet domain : .eg
Tap water : unsafe
Driving : Right
Tipping : 10-15% in restaurants
Emergency numbers :
  • Police : 122
  • Ambulance : 123
  • Fire brigade : 180
Electricity : 220V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type F
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Frequently asked questions

Do you need a visa to travel to Egypt from Mexico?

A visa on arrival is issued to travellers from Mexico directly at the Egypt border (allowed duration: 6 months).

How long can you stay in Egypt?

The tourist visa allows a stay of 6 months.

What other visa types exist for Egypt?

Depending on the purpose of stay, Egypt offers among others: Work visa, Student visa, Family residence visa, Retirement visa, Transit visa, Business eVisa.

Data verified on 23/07/2026

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