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Do Austrian passport holders need a visa for Egypt?

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Visa required. Austrian passport holders need a visa to visit Egypt for tourism.

A visa is required. Apply for an e-visa before travel, recommended at least 7 days before the planned trip, or obtain a tourist visa at official bank counters on arrival, valid for 30 days. Visa fees are set by the Egyptian authorities and may change at short notice. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival.

Source: Austrian Foreign Ministry (BMEIA). Checked Oct 19, 2026See the source

Visa: Required; Tourist e-visa or visa at official airport bank counters on arrival.
Maximum stay: 30 days; For the tourist visa on arrival.
Passport validity: 6 months at arrival
Pre-travel authorization: E-visa; Apply at least 7 days before planned travel.
Fee: Not stated; Authorities set fees, which may change at short notice.

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