Situated by the Red Sea, Hurghada is one of the main tourist centers in Egypt. The vast majority of visitors need a travel visa to go to Hurghada.
This page explains who needs a visa for Hurghada, visa requirements, and how to apply online.
Do you need a visa to go to Hurghada in Egypt?
The only 9 nationalities who are eligible for visa-free entry into Hurghada are citizens from the following countries:
- Bahrain
- Hong Kong
- Kuwait
- Lebanon
- Macao
- Oman
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Malaysia.
Citizens of some other nations are visa-exempt under certain conditions.
It is necessary to apply for a visa for Hurghada from all other countries.
Over 70 nationalities, including citizens of the UK, US, all EU countries, Russia, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, can get an electronic visa online to travel to Hurghada.
Passport holders from these countries can also get a visa on arrival at Hurghada International Airport.
However, long queues for a visa on arrival are not unusual. To save time and hassle, many travelers choose the electronic travel visa for Hurghada the online application only takes a few minutes to complete.
Most visitors enter Hurghada by plane, though it is also possible to enter by sea. The process of obtaining a visa on arrival is usually slower if entering the city this way. Although you can drive into Hurghada, the city does not border any other countries.
The e-Visa is accepted at Egypt’s air, land, and sea borders.
Which type of visa should you get to enter Hurghada?
If you plan to go to Hurghada on holiday, you need an Egyptian short-stay visa. The tourist e-Visa is the most convenient option for eligible travellers.
Single entry and multiple entry visas are available electronically.
The single-entry visa allows you to enter the country once for a stay of up to 30 days.
The multiple-entry visa allows you to enter multiple times over a period of 180 days. Each stay must not exceed 30 days.
It takes just a few minutes to apply for an online visa for Hurghada. The approved permit is delivered directly to your email inbox.
Who should get a visa on arrival in Hurghada?
All travellers who are eligible for the eVisa are advised to apply online in advance.
You can get a visa on arrival if you have a last-minute trip to Hurghada and there is not enough time to get an e-Visa before the flight. You need to wait in line for a visa on arrival at Hurghada airport, have the exact visa fee in cash and allow extra time for your journey.
Egypt embassy visas for Hurghada
Certain types of visas, including long-stay visas such as work and study visas, are only available from Egyptian embassies or consulates. Both the visa on arrival and the e-Visa are designed for short stays for tourism purposes.
If you wish to stay in Hurghada for longer than 30 days, or for non-tourism purposes, you should apply for a visa through your nearest Egyptian embassy.
Applying for an Egypt Visa for Hurghada online
The Hurghada Egypt e-Visa application form only takes a few minutes to complete. You can complete the form from the comfort of your own home. It involves entering some basic information and paying a fee using a credit or debit card.
Requirements to apply for a visa for Hurghada online
You require the following to apply for the online visa for Hurghada:
- A passport issued by an eligible country (with at least 6 months remaining from the date of arrival).
- A credit or debit card to pay the visa fee.
- An active email account to receive the approved e-Visa.
You also need to upload a digital image of your passport’s information page.
Information necessary to apply for a visa for Hurghada online:
You need to provide a few basic personal details and travel information to complete the online application form, including:
- Name, date of birth, and nationality
- Contact details
- Passport data (number, issue, and expiry date)
- Flight information
You also need to answer some questions related to security and health.
Online visa for Hurghada processing times
Egypt e-Visas are usually approved in 2-3 business days, but applications may take longer to process in some cases. Nonetheless, you should apply with sufficient time to allow your application to be processed.
Once an application has been approved, the visa is sent to you by email. You should then print the Egypt visa to present at Hurghada to gain entry (along with your passport).
