- Address
- شارع توفيق دياب 5, القاهرة
- Phone
- +20-2 2797 3300
- Website
- eg.usembassy.gov
United States
Egypt
US Embassy & Consulates in Egypt
- 1 embassy
- 1 consulate general
The United States is represented in Egypt by 2 missions: an embassy in Cairo and a consulate general in Alexandria. The United States requires Egyptian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Map: the United States’ 2 missions in Egypt
Map: the United States’ 2 missions in Egypt
US Embassy in Cairo
At شارع توفيق دياب 5, القاهرة, the US embassy represents the United States towards Egypt. Its phone number and website are on its page.
US consulates in Egypt
- Consulate General of the United States in Alexandria
66 الدكتور حسين حساب، المسلة شرق، العطارين، الإسكندرية, Alexandria
The United States also has a consulate general in Alexandria; consulates handle passports, civil registration and, for many countries, visa applications for their district.
United States visa for Egyptian citizens
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United States visa requirements for citizens of Egypt
- B-1/B-2 visitor visa (business / tourism)
- Transit (C visa) – brief
- Student (F/M/J) and work (H, L, O…) visas – brief
- Fee: US$185
- 4 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United States, obtained before travel. In Egypt, applications go to the US embassy in Cairo or the consulate in Alexandria, or to a visa centre working for the United States.
Egypt’s missions in the United States
Missions of Egypt in the United States (4)
In return, Egypt has 4 missions in the United States, including its embassy in Washington D.C.
Good to know
The United States in Egypt
Worldwide, the United States has 314 missions in 179 countries; 2 of them are in Egypt.
Travel to Egypt for US citizens
Egypt issues US citizens a visa on arrival for stays of up to 30 days, so nothing has to be arranged in advance. In Egypt, US citizens can turn to the US embassy for passports and emergency help.
When US missions in Egypt are closed
US missions in Egypt close on Egypt’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Orthodox) on Thursday 7 January 2027, Revolution Day 2011 / National Police Day on Monday 25 January 2027 and Sinai Liberation Day on Sunday 25 April 2027, and usually on some holidays of the United States, such as Veterans Day on Wednesday 11 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the US embassy in Egypt?
The US embassy is in Cairo, at شارع توفيق دياب 5, القاهرة.
Does the United States have consulates in Egypt?
Yes, the United States has a consulate general in Alexandria.
Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United States?
The United States requires Egyptian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Do US citizens need a visa for Egypt?
US citizens receive their visa for Egypt at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Does Egypt have an embassy in the United States?
Yes, Egypt has its embassy in Washington D.C., along with 3 other missions in the United States.