Egypt Tourism Visa for Pakistani Passport (with UAE GCC ID Held)
Last updated: 25 Sept 2026
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Visa Required
Conditional
E-Visa
No
On Arrival
Conditional (Valid GCC Residence Permit)
Insurance
No
Health
None
Visa fee
USD 30
Visa Status & Eligibility
Visa exemption may apply
No visa exemption. Pakistani passport holders require a visa for all visit types unless qualifying under conditional residence facilitation
Application notes
- Pakistan is not eligible for the Egypt eVisa portal — GCC-resident VOA is a separate port-of-entry route
- 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
- Pakistani passport holders holding a valid GCC residence permit (e.g., UAE residence) valid for at least six months beyond arrival may obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports
- GCC-resident VOA requires a passport valid for at least six months, valid GCC residency card, return flight ticket, hotel booking, and sufficient cash funds
- The visa-on-arrival fee for GCC residents is payable in cash at the airport bank counter prior to immigration clearance
Application Process
- 1
Step 1
Ensure your GCC residence permit is valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date in Egypt
- 2
Step 2
Book your round-trip flights and hotel accommodation for your stay in Egypt
- 3
Step 3
Board your flight to Egypt carrying your valid Pakistani passport and original GCC residence card
- 4
Step 4
Proceed to the airport bank counter upon arrival at the Egyptian port of entry to pay the visa fee
- 5
Step 5
Present your passport, GCC residency card, return ticket, and hotel booking at the immigration desk to obtain your entry stamp
- 6
Step 6
Travel to Egypt carrying a valid Pakistani passport and GCC residence card (minimum 6 months validity beyond arrival)
- 7
Step 7
At the Egyptian airport, pay USD 30 in cash at the authorized bank counter before immigration
- 8
Step 8
Present passport, GCC residence permit, return ticket, and hotel booking to immigration control
- 9
Step 9
Receive a single-entry tourist visa valid for up to 30 days
Step 1
Ensure your GCC residence permit is valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date in Egypt
Step 2
Book your round-trip flights and hotel accommodation for your stay in Egypt
Step 3
Board your flight to Egypt carrying your valid Pakistani passport and original GCC residence card
Step 4
Proceed to the airport bank counter upon arrival at the Egyptian port of entry to pay the visa fee
Step 5
Present your passport, GCC residency card, return ticket, and hotel booking at the immigration desk to obtain your entry stamp
Step 6
Travel to Egypt carrying a valid Pakistani passport and GCC residence card (minimum 6 months validity beyond arrival)
Step 7
At the Egyptian airport, pay USD 30 in cash at the authorized bank counter before immigration
Step 8
Present passport, GCC residence permit, return ticket, and hotel booking to immigration control
Step 9
Receive a single-entry tourist visa valid for up to 30 days
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Application documents
- Valid Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond travel dates
- Valid GCC residence card or Iqama with at least 6 months remaining validity
- Confirmed return flight ticket
- Hotel booking reservation or confirmed address in Egypt
- 6 months bank statements showing sufficient funds
- Valid GCC residence permit (e.g. Saudi Iqama, UAE residence) valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival date
- Confirmed return or onward flight ticket
- Confirmed hotel booking or accommodation address in Egypt
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
MedicalNo mandatory vaccinations required for entry unless arriving from a yellow fever endemic country
Destination at a glance
Capital
Cairo
Continent
Africa
Currency
Pound (EGP)
Phone code
+20
Language
Arabic
Exchange rate
1 EGP = 5.1788 PKR
Currency converter
LivePKR
517.88
USD
1.87
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Frequently asked questions
What documents are required for GCC residents obtaining a visa on arrival in Egypt?▾
Travelers must present a Pakistani passport valid for at least 6 months, a valid GCC residency card, a confirmed return flight ticket, a hotel booking or local address, and USD 30 in cash
Can Pakistani citizens without a GCC residence permit use the Egypt e-Visa portal?▾
No. Pakistan is not currently listed among eligible nationalities for the online e-Visa portal, requiring standard embassy application channels for bare passport holders