United Arab Emirates
Egypt
Egypt visa for Emirati citizens
Entry requirement
Emirati citizens do not need a visa for Egypt: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Egyptian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
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Travel advice for Egypt
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Emirati citizens planning a trip to Egypt can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Egypt at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 14 July 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Egypt (updated 27 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Egypt (updated 5 November 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Emirati citizens can stay in Egypt
Emirati citizens may stay in Egypt for up to 180 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Egypt.
Egypt’s neighbours for Emirati citizens
Sudan and Palestine admit Emirati citizens visa-free.
Egyptian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Frequently asked questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Emirati citizens do not need a visa for Egypt: stays of up to 180 days are visa-free.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Egypt?
Emirati citizens can stay in Egypt for up to 180 days.
Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Egyptian citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.
Can Emirati citizens enter Egypt visa-free?
Yes, Emirati citizens can enter Egypt without a visa and stay for up to 180 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.