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Egypt Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with UAE GCC ID Held)
Last updated: 3 Nov 2026
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Visa Required
Conditional
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
Conditional
Insurance
Recommended
Health
None
Visa fee
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa exemption may apply
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa or a qualifying conditional visa on arrival based on GCC residency
Application notes
- Pakistan is not eligible for the Egypt eVisa portal — GCC-resident VOA is a separate port-of-entry route
- Apply via the official channel: visa2egypt.gov.eg
- Visa-on-arrival fee is USD 30 cash (raised March 2026). Confirm eligibility with your airline before travel
- Pakistani passport holders with a valid GCC residence permit (e.g. Saudi Iqama) valid at least 6 months beyond arrival may obtain a conditional 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Travel to Egypt carrying a valid Pakistani passport and GCC residence card (minimum 6 months validity beyond arrival)
- 2
Step 2
At the Egyptian airport, pay USD 30 in cash at the authorized bank counter before immigration
- 3
Step 3
Present passport, GCC residence permit, return ticket, and hotel booking to immigration control
- 4
Step 4
Receive a single-entry tourist visa valid for up to 30 days
Step 1
Travel to Egypt carrying a valid Pakistani passport and GCC residence card (minimum 6 months validity beyond arrival)
Step 2
At the Egyptian airport, pay USD 30 in cash at the authorized bank counter before immigration
Step 3
Present passport, GCC residence permit, return ticket, and hotel booking to immigration control
Step 4
Receive a single-entry tourist visa valid for up to 30 days
Document Checklist
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond arrival date
- Valid UAE GCC residence permit or residency card with at least 6 months validity remaining
- Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
- Confirmed hotel booking reservation or accommodation address in Egypt
- Sufficient cash funds for duration of stay and visa fee
- USD 30 cash for visa-on-arrival fee at the airport bank counter
- Valid GCC residence permit (e.g. Saudi Iqama, UAE residence) valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date
- CNIC (Computerised National Identity Card)
- Approved Letter of Invitation (LOI) from the host
- Confirmed hotel booking or accommodation address in Egypt
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry
Destination at a glance
Capital
Cairo
Continent
Africa
Currency
Pound (EGP)
Phone code
+20
Language
Arabic
Exchange rate
1 EGP = 5.0597 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
505.97
USD
1.83
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Egypt e-visa portal with a Pakistani passport and UAE GCC residency?▾
No, Pakistani nationals are not eligible for the Egypt e-visa portal, but qualifying GCC residence permit holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Egyptian airports
What is the fee for the GCC-resident visa on arrival in Egypt?▾
The visa-on-arrival fee is USD 30 payable in cash at the authorized airport bank counter before immigration