Egypt Simplifies Entry with Digital Emergency e-Visa: Launching June 2025

Egypt Launches Digital Emergency e-Visa System at Cairo Airport

In a bold move to modernize its tourism infrastructure, Egypt is rolling out a new digital emergency e-Visa on arrival system starting mid-June 2025. Piloting first at Cairo International Airport, the system will simplify the visa process for travelers by offering self-service kiosks and a mobile application, streamlining entry procedures and reducing bottlenecks.

This pilot program is part of Egypt's wider digital transformation agenda to make travel more efficient, secure, and welcoming—particularly for last-minute or emergency travelers.

What Is the Egypt Emergency e-Visa on Arrival?

The emergency e-Visa is a digital visa system designed for quick, on-the-spot approvals at Cairo Airport. Eligible travelers can apply via kiosks at the arrival terminal or through a dedicated mobile app, eliminating the need for pre-travel embassy visits.

Why This Matters to B2B Travel Agents

For B2B travel agents handling corporate clients or FITs headed to Egypt, this new system allows for:

  • Short-notice trip confirmations without traditional visa lead times

  • Improved entry experiences that boost client satisfaction

  • Greater booking flexibility for tour operators and consolidators

This change makes Egypt a more attractive destination for group travel, MICE segments, and emergency travel plans.

Who Can Apply?

The emergency visa is initially available to citizens of the 78 countries eligible for Egypt’s standard e-Visa program. These include:

  • USA, UK, Canada, EU Countries

  • GCC States (UAE, KSA, Qatar, Oman, etc.)

  • Asia (Japan, South Korea, Australia)

Travelers from these countries can apply via kiosk or app with their passport and required documents.

🔔 Note: Final eligibility is confirmed at the airport. Always verify with the official Egypt e-Visa portal before departure.

A Step Toward Smarter Tourism

Egypt's Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, in collaboration with Civil Aviation and Digital Transformation, is committed to digitizing visa procedures and enhancing global competitiveness.

Tourism Minister Sherif Fathy emphasized this initiative aligns with national strategies to boost arrivals and improve the travel experience through AI, automation, and tech-enabled services.

What's Next?

If successful, the Cairo pilot will expand to other major Egyptian airports. The authorities advise:

  • Staying updated via Egypt’s e-Visa portal and Cairo Airport site

  • Downloading the official e-Visa app upon release

  • Advising clients early about digital visa options for summer 2025

Final Thoughts

Egypt is taking a major leap toward digital-first, traveler-friendly tourism with its emergency e-Visa initiative. For B2B agents, this unlocks greater flexibility and faster turnarounds—whether it’s for a sudden business trip or a Nile cruise booked on short notice.

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