Egypt Visa for Indian & Pakistani Passport Holders in Dubai

The most important thing to understand is that India and Pakistan have very different visa arrangements with Egypt. This affects which visa type you can get, where you apply, how much you pay, and how long the process takes.

Indian passport holders are among the most frequently travelling nationalities from Dubai to Egypt. The visa process is simple and fast — Indian nationals have two convenient options: the visa on arrival at the Egyptian airport, or the e-Visa applied online before departure.

Option 1: Egypt Visa on Arrival for Indians

Indian passport holders can obtain an Egypt visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport, Hurghada International Airport, and Sharm El Sheikh International Airport. No advance application is needed. The process takes just a few minutes at the airport bank kiosk.

1. 1On arrival at the Egyptian airport, proceed to the bank kiosks (Banque Misr or National Bank of Egypt) located before the immigration counters.
2. 2Pay USD 25 in cash (exact change preferred). You will receive a visa sticker.
3. 3Affix the sticker to your passport or ask the bank teller to do it.
4. 4Proceed to the immigration counter and present your passport (with visa sticker) and return flight ticket.
5. 5The immigration officer will stamp your passport. Your 30-day stay begins from the stamp date.

Option 2: Egypt e-Visa for Indians from Dubai (Recommended)

While the visa on arrival is perfectly valid, OraVisa recommends that Indian nationals apply for the Egypt e-Visa online before they travel. The e-Visa costs the same as the visa on arrival (USD 25 for single entry) but gives you the advantage of having your visa confirmed before you board your flight, and lets you skip the airport VOA queue entirely.

Egypt e-Visa Application Steps for Indian Nationals from Dubai

1. 1Visit visa2egypt.gov.eg and create an account with your email address.
2. 2Log in and select "Apply for Visa" — choose e-Visa as the application type.
3. 3Select "India" as your nationality. Confirm your eligibility for the e-Visa.
4. 4Enter your passport details exactly as shown on your passport.
5. 5Upload a scanned copy of your passport bio-data page and a recent digital photograph.
6. 6Select single entry (USD 25) or multiple entry (USD 60) and complete the payment.
7. 7Track your application — most Indian passport applications are approved within 3 to 5 business days.
8. 8Download and print your approved e-Visa. Present it at Egyptian immigration upon arrival.

Egypt Visa Requirements for Indian Nationals

• Valid Indian passport with at least 6 months validity from your Egypt entry date
• USD 25 in cash (for VOA) or credit/debit card (for e-Visa)
• Digital passport scan and photograph (for e-Visa)
• Return flight ticket (recommended to carry even for VOA)
• Hotel booking confirmation (recommended)
• UAE residence visa copy (optional but recommended for immigration purposes)

Pakistani passport holders face a more complex Egypt visa process than Indian nationals. Pakistani nationals are not eligible for Egypt visa on arrival and must obtain a visa before travelling. The two options are the Egypt e-Visa (if currently eligible based on bilateral agreements) or the embassy visa from the Egyptian Consulate in Dubai.

Pakistan's e-Visa eligibility for Egypt changes periodically based on bilateral relations. OraVisa stays updated on the latest eligibility status and can confirm whether Pakistani passport holders can currently apply for the e-Visa or must take the embassy route.

Option 1: Egypt e-Visa for Pakistani Nationals (If Eligible)

If Pakistani passport holders are eligible for the Egypt e-Visa, the application process is identical to that for Indian nationals — apply at visa2egypt.gov.eg, upload the required documents, pay the fee, and receive the e-Visa by email within 3 to 5 business days. This is the faster and simpler route when available.

Option 2: Egypt Embassy Visa for Pakistani Nationals from Dubai

If the e-Visa is not available to Pakistani nationals at the time of your application, you must apply for an embassy visa through the Egyptian Consulate General in Dubai. This is a physical visa sticker affixed to your passport and requires a full document set.

Egypt Embassy Visa Documents for Pakistani Nationals

1. 1Original Pakistani passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your return date and at least two blank pages
2. 2Completed Egypt visa application form (signed and dated)
3. 3Two recent biometric passport photographs — white background, 3.5 x 4.5 cm
4. 4Valid UAE residence visa photocopy — must be valid for the duration of your Egypt trip
5. 5Emirates ID photocopy (front and back)
6. 6Bank statements for the last 3 months from your UAE bank — stamped by the bank, showing consistent income and a minimum balance of AED 5,000
7. 7Employment letter on company letterhead — confirming position, monthly salary, length of employment, and approved leave dates that match your travel itinerary
8. 8Confirmed return flight booking (round-trip, with your name matching your passport exactly)
9. 9Hotel booking confirmation covering every night of your Egypt stay
10. 10Travel insurance certificate covering your full stay in Egypt (minimum USD 30,000 medical coverage)

Egypt Embassy Visa Process for Pakistanis in Dubai

1. 1Gather all documents listed above. Ensure bank statements are stamped by the bank, not just online printouts.
2. 2Contact the Egyptian Consulate General in Dubai or OraVisa to enquire about current appointment availability.
3. 3Submit your application — either in person at the consulate or through OraVisa's document submission service.
4. 4Pay the government visa fee (approximately AED 200–250) and any applicable service charge.
5. 5Track your application status. Standard processing takes 5 to 10 working days.
6. 6Collect your passport with the Egypt visa sticker once approved, or opt for courier delivery.

There is a significant difference in cost between the Egypt visa for Indian and Pakistani passport holders. Indian nationals benefit from the cheapest and fastest options, while Pakistani nationals face slightly higher costs and longer processing times through the embassy route.

The following questions come up regularly when Indian and Pakistani Dubai residents enquire about Egypt visas with OraVisa.

Does my UAE residence visa affect my Egypt visa eligibility?

No. Egypt visa eligibility is determined by your passport nationality, not by your UAE residency status. An Indian passport holder in Dubai has the same Egypt visa options as an Indian national applying from India. Your UAE residence visa does not grant additional access or restrictions.

Can I apply for an Egypt visa from outside Dubai while on a visit to my home country?

Yes. If you are in India, you can apply for an Egypt e-Visa from India (if eligible). If you are in Pakistan, you can apply from there as well. However, if you normally reside in Dubai and want OraVisa to assist with your embassy visa application, we typically process applications for UAE residents.

Can I apply for Egypt visa for my whole family (Indian/Pakistani) at once?

The Egypt e-Visa portal allows group applications for families. Each family member needs their own e-Visa but they can be applied for within the same portal session. For embassy visa applications, each family member requires their own complete document set, but OraVisa can prepare all applications together, ensuring consistency and accuracy across the family group.

OraVisa is Dubai's trusted visa consultancy for Indian, Pakistani, and all other nationalities. We have helped hundreds of UAE residents from both communities successfully obtain their Egypt visas.

• Free eligibility check — we confirm the correct Egypt visa route for your specific passport within minutes
• e-Visa application management — we handle the full online process for Indian and eligible Pakistani nationals
• Embassy visa preparation — we prepare a complete, correct, and compelling document set for Pakistani embassy visa applications
• Document review — every document is checked for accuracy and compliance before submission
• Application tracking — real-time status updates throughout the process
• Rejection recovery — if your application is refused, we analyse the reason and prepare a stronger reapplication
• Transparent pricing — no hidden fees, all charges communicated upfront