Egypt Visa for Singaporean Citizens

Online Visa to Travel to Egypt from Singapore

Apply for Egypt Visa

In 2015, the convenient Egypt eVisa was introduced with the purpose of promoting tourism in the country and enabling foreign visitors, including those from Singapore, to easily receive authorization to travel.

You can now apply for a visa from the comfort of your home, without having to contact an Egyptian Embassy in Singapore.

Do Singaporeans Need a Visa for Egypt?

Most foreign nationals need a visa to travel to Egypt.

Singaporeans traveling for tourism, leisure, or to visit family or friends, can obtain an Egyptian electronic visa online. The maximum duration allowed for a single trip is 30 days.

Visitors from Singapore who intend to remain in the country for longer periods, or anyone who is planning to study or work in Egypt, must contact the nearest diplomatic representation to apply for a suitable visa. In this case, the application needs to be done in person and the process of obtaining the visa will take longer than an eVisa.

It is important to keep in mind that Singaporeans are not eligible to obtain a visa on arrival to Egypt. They must have a valid eVisa or a traditional visa before entering the country.

Are Singaporeans eligible for a transit visa for Egypt?

Yes, Singaporean nationals must obtain a transit visa for Egypt if their stopover time is anywhere between 6 and 48 hours.

For shorter stopovers, there is no need for a visa, however, travelers are not allowed to leave the airport.

Requirements to Get an eVisa for Egypt from Singapore

There are several Egypt eVisa requirements for Singapore. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Traveling for tourism
  • Traveling for less than 30 days
  • Having a valid Singaporean passport with at least two blank pages for entry stamps and 6 months or more of remaining validity after the date of arrival in Egypt
  • Having a valid debit or credit card authorized for online transactions in order to pay the eVisa fee
  • Having an active email address for receiving the eVisa

Since the entire eVisa application process is electronic, it is also necessary to apply with a stable internet connection and mobile device (.e.g computer, tablet, or a smartphone).

Do Singaporean Nationals Need to Print their Egypt eVisa?

Yes, you are required to print the eVisa and present it at the border crossing. You also need to show your Singaporean passport.

Furthermore, Singaporean nationals are strongly advised to have the document easily accessible throughout their stay in Egypt.

When Should I Apply for the Egypt Online Visa from Singapore?

We advise you to apply for an Egypt eVisa from Singapore at most 3 business days before traveling. This is because the typical processing time is around 1-3 working days.

Nevertheless, we suggest that you apply at least a few days before your trip. This allows time to resolve any processing delays due to high demand, national holidays, or errors in the application.

How to Apply for Egypt eVisa from Singapore

Singaporean travelers must fill in the Egypt eVisa application form with essential personal and passport details. These include:

  • Name
  • Date and place of birth
  • Nationality
  • Passport number
  • Dates of issue and expiry of the passport
  • Dates of traveling to Egypt
  • Contact information

Furthermore, citizens of Singapore are expected to answer several routine health and security-related questions in order toapply for an Egypt eVisa.

Applicants need to confirm that all the provided details are correct. It is mandatory to provide truthful and error-free information, otherwise, the eVisa may be delayed or denied.

The Egypt eVisa processing time is up to 1-3 days.

Egypt Online Visa Processing Fee for Singaporean Citizens

Before submitting the form, you have to pay the eVisa processing fee for Singaporeans online.

Payment is done using a credit or debit card through a secure online system.

How Long is the Egypt Online Visa for Singapore Valid?

Egypt offers single-entry and multiple-entry eVisas for Singaporean nationals. In both cases, the duration of one trip cannot exceed 30 days.

However, while a single-entry visa allows only one visit to the country, with a multiple-entry visa it is possible to enter Egypt several times within 180 days of obtaining the eVisa.

How to Use an eVisa to Visit Egypt from Singapore

You can use your eVisa to enter Egypt from Singapore and enter at any port of entry in the country. This applies whether you arrive by air, land, or sea.

Nevertheless, the majority of Singaporeans choose to fly to Egypt due to the great distance between the 2 countries (8,255 km between Singapore and Cairo).

At present, there are no direct flights in operation between Singapore and Egypt. Most flights to Egypt from Singapore involve at least 1 stopover, typically in key transit hubs like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Istanbul.

Cairo International Airport is the main entry point for Singaporeans flying into Egypt. However, it’s also possible to take flights to Alexandria, Luxor, and other major Egyptian cities.

Flight times from Singapore to these destinations in Egypt range from 12 to 17 hours, inclusive of layovers.

Can Singaporeans Travel to Egypt Now?

Yes, Singaporeans can now travel to Egypt without any restrictions.

Egypt is considered a safe tourist destination, with the exception of:

  • Some regions in the northeast of the country bordering Israel and the Gaza strip
  • The Governate of North Sinai, due to ongoing criminal activities and terrorist attacks
  • The Governate of South Sinai, excluding the Sharm El Sheikh area
  • The area west of the Nile Valley and Nile Delta regions, excluding the coastal areas between the Nile Delta and Marsa Matruh

We advise Singaporean tourists to familiarize themselves with current travel restrictions as well as risk areas in Egypt before their trip. This way, you can guarantee a smooth and safe return journey.