India, July 23 -- The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities announced a new Digital Visa-on-Arrival System, a key step forward in modernizing entry procedures for international travelers.
Key Features
- Launch Date: Pilot begins 1 August 2026 at Cairo International Airport (all arrival terminals).
- Nationwide Rollout: Other airports will follow in stages.
- Digital Format: Replaces paper visa stickers with a Visa QR Code.
- Validity: Each QR code is valid for 48 hours from issuance.
- Cost: USD 36 total (USD 30 visa fee + USD 6 issuing fee).
How It Works
- Travelers can generate their Visa QR Code via:
- Official online portal (live 48 hours before pilot).
- Official mobile app.
- Self-service machines at Cairo Airport arrivals.
- Code can be obtained before departure, mid-flight, or after landing.
- Immigration officers simply scan the QR code with the passport.
Transition Plan
- During the pilot, both digital QR codes and paper stickers will be valid.
- After pilot completion, the QR code becomes the sole entry method.
Significance
- Streamlines Egypt's entry process, aligning with.....
Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Travel Media.