Check visa exceptions for your passport
Check eligibility and any registration steps before relying on a visa exception.
Check whether your passport meets the exception
Egypt's Tourism Authority says passport holders from more than 180 nationalities may qualify for a tourist visa on arrival if they hold a valid, previously used visa issued by the United States, United Kingdom, Schengen Area, Japan, Canada, Australia or New Zealand. Its page does not identify every eligible passport or all airport conditions. Confirm your passport and document with Egyptian authorities before relying on this exception.
If you do not qualify, apply for the required visa before travel
Apply for a tourist visa through the Egyptian mission responsible for where you live. This passport is not on the current e-Visa nationality list. Confirm the application, documents, fees, processing time and whether prior approval is needed. A conditional arrival visa may be available with a valid, previously used visa from a specified country; check whether it applies before relying on it.
Check the stay and entry conditions
A visa or visa waiver does not guarantee admission. Follow the dates and conditions set by the destination’s immigration authority.
Check your stay and passport validity
Enter your arrival and departure dates to count your stay and check how long your passport must stay valid.
Travel preparation checklist
Check each item’s requirement level and the conditions that apply.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Entry conditions and exceptions
Check whether these rules affect your eligibility, application, or arrival.
Check whether a previously used visa changes your route
Egypt's Tourism Authority says passport holders from more than 180 nationalities may qualify for a tourist visa on arrival if they hold a valid, previously used visa issued by the United States, United Kingdom, Schengen Area, Japan, Canada, Australia or New Zealand. Its page does not identify every eligible passport or all airport conditions. Confirm your passport and document with Egyptian authorities before relying on this exception.
Official guidanceA short South Sinai-only trip may use a free entry permit
Egypt's Tourism Authority says travelers arriving directly at Sharm al-Sheikh, Nuweiba or Taba may receive a free entry-permit stamp for a stay of up to 15 days in South Sinai, including Dahab. A visa is needed if you stay longer or travel beyond the permitted area. Confirm that your route and passport qualify before departure.
Official guidanceEgypt travel essentials
- Capital
- Cairo
- Currency
- EGP
- Calling code
- +20
Egypt entry questions
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Egypt?
For tourism in Egypt, ordinary passport holders from Sri Lanka need a visa before travel. A valid, previously used U.S., UK, Schengen, Japanese, Canadian, Australian or New Zealand visa may allow visa on arrival. The official page does not identify every eligible passport or airport condition; confirm your case before relying on it.
How much passport validity do I need?
At least 6 months after arrival.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official visa and entry guidance
Confirm Egypt’s requirements directly with government authorities.
Who this guide covers
Short tourist visits to Egypt with an ordinary Sri Lanka passport. Residence, travel documents, and purpose can affect the rules. Confirm the official guidance before travel; border authorities decide admission and your permitted stay.
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