Quick answer: Most international visitors traveling to Egypt for the total solar eclipse on 2 August 2027 will need a tourist visa, but the correct route depends on nationality, passport type, residence status, point of entry, and itinerary. Eligible travelers can normally use Egypt’s official e-Visa portal; some nationalities may also qualify for a visa on arrival, while others must apply through an Egyptian embassy or consulate before travel. Your passport should be valid for at least six months from the date you arrive in Egypt, and the official e-Visa portal currently asks travelers to carry the printed e-Visa, itinerary, and accommodation details.
This guide was researched on 17 August 2026. Egypt’s visa rules, eligible-nationality list, fees, and health-document requirements can change before eclipse week. Always recheck the official Egypt e-Visa portal, the Egyptian embassy responsible for your passport or place of residence, and your airline before departure.
The eclipse does not create a special “eclipse visa.” Visitors enter under the normal Egyptian immigration rules for their nationality and purpose of travel. The event does, however, make early preparation more important: a visa problem in an ordinary holiday can ruin a few sightseeing days, but an immigration delay close to 2 August can cause you to miss an astronomical event that cannot be rescheduled.
The three visa routes for eclipse travelers
Most tourists will fall into one of three categories:
| Route | Best suited to | Main advantage | Main risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt e-Visa | Travelers whose nationality appears on the official eligible list | Approval and payment before flying | Application errors, unofficial copycat sites, or applying too late |
| Visa on arrival | Eligible travelers arriving through a port where it is available | Simple for some passport holders | Rules vary by nationality; queues, cash/payment issues, or airline uncertainty |
| Embassy/consular visa | Nationalities not eligible for e-Visa or visa on arrival; some special passport holders | Correct route for cases needing prior approval | Longer processing and nationality-specific documentation |
Do not select a route because a friend used it, because it worked on a previous visit, or because a travel forum says it is easier. Visa eligibility is attached to the passport you travel with and can be affected by passport type, residency, travel history, or official approval rules.
Route 1: Egypt’s official e-Visa
The e-Visa is an official electronic travel document. Eligible applicants create an account, complete the online application, pay electronically, receive an email decision, download the approved visa, and print it for travel.
The only official portal is:
This exact domain matters. Search results contain private visa agencies that may look official, charge service fees, or present outdated prices. A commercial service can be legitimate as an intermediary, but it is not the Egyptian government portal. If you choose outside assistance, understand what you are paying for and never assume a sponsored result is official.
As of 17 August 2026, the official portal lists tourism e-Visas at:
- US$30 for a single-entry tourist e-Visa.
- US$65 for a multiple-entry tourist e-Visa.
These amounts differ from older pages that still show US$25 or US$60. Use the fee displayed inside the official portal when you actually apply; do not rely on an old screenshot, travel article, or cached search result.
Route 2: Visa on arrival
Some passport holders can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports. For example, current U.S. government guidance says U.S. citizens may obtain a renewable single-entry 30-day tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports for approximately US$30, while current UK guidance says British passport holders normally need a visa and may obtain one at the airport or online, subject to the applicable rules.
That does not mean every nationality can safely arrive without prior approval. Visa-on-arrival eligibility, fee collection, documentation, and airport procedures may change. Airlines also perform document checks before boarding and may require convincing evidence that you qualify to enter.
For an eclipse trip, an e-Visa approved in advance is often the calmer option when you are eligible. It reduces one uncertainty during a high-demand arrival period, although an e-Visa never guarantees admission: Egyptian border authorities retain the final decision at the port of entry.
Route 3: Embassy or consular visa
Travelers whose nationality is absent from the e-Visa list, holders of certain official or diplomatic passports, applicants requiring pre-approval, and people with unusual circumstances may need to apply at an Egyptian embassy or consulate.
Requirements can include an application form, photographs, the original passport, passport copies, proof of legal residence in the country of application, travel itinerary, accommodation confirmation, return ticket, fees, and additional approvals. The exact list depends on the mission and the applicant.
Start early. Do not buy a rigid, non-refundable flight based only on a general blog if your passport requires consular processing or pre-approval. Ask the competent Egyptian mission for written, current guidance.
Are you eligible for an Egypt e-Visa?
The official portal maintains the controlling list. As of the research date, it includes many commonly represented eclipse-travel markets, such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, most European Union countries, Switzerland, Norway, Japan, South Korea, India, South Africa, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and others.
The list can change. Eligibility also does not mean automatic approval. Before applying:
- Open the official portal’s FAQ.
- Confirm that your passport nationality appears on the current list.
- Check whether the list refers to your ordinary passport type.
- Confirm that your passport will remain valid for the required period.
- Check your national government’s Egypt travel page and the relevant Egyptian embassy.
If you hold two passports, decide which one you will use for the application, airline booking, and entry. The details must remain consistent. Do not apply using one passport and expect to enter on another without authoritative advice.
Passport validity for the August 2027 eclipse
The official Egypt e-Visa portal states that the passport must be valid for at least six months from the arrival date. UK travel advice also specifies at least six months after arrival and at least one blank page.
For a traveler arriving on 29 July 2027, a passport expiring before late January 2028 may therefore fail the six-month rule. Do not calculate this roughly. Check the exact arrival date, passport expiry date, and any stricter airline or consular rule.
When should you renew?
Renew before applying if your passport is close to the validity threshold, damaged, missing blank pages, or likely to be replaced before travel. An e-Visa is linked to the passport details entered in the application. Replacing the passport after approval may mean the visa no longer matches the travel document.
For a major fixed-date trip, a sensible planning target is to have the passport you intend to use by early 2027. That leaves time for visa preparation, flight details, insurance, and corrections without placing the renewal process next to the eclipse.
What counts as a passport problem?
Possible issues include:
- Less than six months’ validity on arrival.
- A damaged identification page or machine-readable zone.
- A passport reported lost or stolen and later recovered.
- No suitable blank page for immigration stamps.
- A name or date mismatch between passport, visa, airline ticket, and booking.
- Applying with an old passport, then traveling with a replacement.
- Attempting to use a passport card instead of a full passport for international air travel.
Your tour reservation is not an immigration document and cannot correct a defective passport.
How to apply for the Egypt e-Visa
The online process is straightforward, but accuracy matters more than speed.
Step 1: Use the official website
Type visa2egypt.gov.eg directly or follow the verified government link. Check the domain before entering personal or payment information.
Step 2: Create an account
Register with an email address you monitor. Use an account you will still control in 2027, and store the login safely.
Step 3: Select the correct visa type
A traveler visiting for the eclipse and tourism will generally seek a tourism visa. Choose single entry when you enter Egypt once and leave once. Multiple entry may be relevant if your itinerary leaves Egypt and returns during the visa’s validity—for example, an extension to Jordan followed by a return flight from Cairo.
Do not buy multiple entry simply because it sounds more flexible. Match the visa to the actual itinerary and confirm its permitted validity and stays.
Step 4: Enter passport information exactly
Copy the spelling, order, passport number, nationality, issue date, and expiry date from the passport. Pay attention to letters that resemble numbers and to compound names.
Step 5: Add the travel plan
The official portal lists a travel itinerary and hotel booking or details of places to visit among the documents that may be required on arrival. Use truthful, consistent information. If you are joining a managed desert program, keep the Cairo accommodation, pickup details, operator confirmation, and confirmed itinerary accessible.
You can compare the two-, three-, and four-day eclipse packages before locking the dates, and the guide to how many days you need for an Egypt eclipse trip explains why your entire Egypt stay should be longer than the desert package itself.
Step 6: Pay through the portal
Use the supported credit or debit card method shown at the time of application. Save the payment confirmation and application reference. The fee may be non-refundable even if an application is refused or plans change; read the live terms.
Step 7: Monitor the application
Check email, spam, and the portal account. Respond carefully if additional information is requested. Avoid submitting duplicate applications unless instructed, as multiple files with different details can create confusion.
Step 8: Download and print the approved e-Visa
Carry a clean paper copy. Save an offline PDF on your phone and another secure device, but do not rely only on a cloud account or internet connection at the airport.
Step 9: Recheck every field
Compare the visa with the passport and flight booking. If there is an error, contact the official channel promptly rather than assuming immigration will ignore it.
When should eclipse travelers apply?
The official portal says an e-Visa application must be created at least seven days before departure, while an Egyptian Presidency page describes applying at least seven working days before travel. Treat that as a minimum, not a target.
For eclipse travelers, a practical timeline is:
| Time before departure | Action |
|---|---|
| 9–12 months | Check passport validity, nationality route, and whether consular pre-approval may apply |
| 6–9 months | Renew passport if needed; align flight, tour, and accommodation names |
| 2–3 months | Recheck the official portal and embassy guidance; prepare documents |
| 3–6 weeks | Submit the e-Visa when your itinerary is stable and the validity window is appropriate |
| 1–2 weeks | Print approvals, verify names and dates, create paper and offline backups |
| 48 hours | Recheck airline notices, government travel advice, and required documents |
Do not apply so early that the visa’s permitted entry window expires before the trip. Equally, do not wait until the seven-day minimum when a weekend, public holiday, payment failure, photograph problem, or request for more information could create a crisis.
The right application date depends on the validity dates displayed by the official system. Recheck them when applying.
Documents to carry at check-in and arrival
Requirements vary, but an eclipse traveler should organize a simple entry folder containing:
- Original passport used for the visa.
- Printed approved e-Visa, if applicable.
- Flight booking and return or onward itinerary.
- Cairo/Giza hotel confirmation.
- Eclipse tour confirmation and operator contact.
- Accommodation details for the full stay.
- Travel insurance certificate and emergency number.
- Yellow-fever certificate if your routing triggers the requirement.
- Copies of prescription documents when carrying important medication.
- Contact details for your country’s embassy or consular service in Egypt.
- Paper and offline digital copies of critical documents.
Store copies separately from the originals. A password-protected cloud copy can help after loss, but airport Wi-Fi, mobile data, or phone battery should never be your only access method.
Entry requirements are not the same as tour requirements
Your Egyptian tourist visa gives you permission to seek entry to Egypt. It does not automatically grant access to every desert zone, protected area, archaeological site, or controlled route.
A managed Western Desert program may involve:
- Local permits or notifications.
- Approved transport and drivers.
- Protected-area access arrangements.
- Group manifests and passport information.
- Security coordination.
- Camp and viewing-field permissions.
These operational requirements are normally coordinated by the responsible local operator, but the traveler must provide accurate passport details on time. Read why an eclipse-specific local team is different from a regular desert safari and the White Desert eclipse camp guide to understand the difference between border entry and on-the-ground operations.
Never assume that an ordinary tourist visa authorizes independent driving into remote or restricted desert areas. Follow confirmed routes and current official instructions.
Visa guidance for common traveler groups
U.S. citizens
Current U.S. State Department guidance says U.S. citizens need a visa for Egypt and may apply through the official e-Visa site. It also states that a single-entry 30-day tourist visa may be obtained on arrival at Egyptian airports for approximately US$30, subject to current rules.
For eclipse week, applying online in advance may reduce arrival uncertainty. Use only the government portal, since the State Department warns that many websites claim to issue Egyptian e-Visas at higher prices.
UK citizens
Current UK guidance says British passport holders normally need a visa. It states that travelers can apply online and that an e-Visa in advance can help prevent delays. The passport should expire at least six months after arrival and contain at least one blank page.
The South Sinai resort exemption is not suitable for this trip. A free Sinai-only entry stamp for a short stay in specified resorts does not authorize travel to Cairo, Bahariya, the White Desert, Luxor, or the wider Egyptian itinerary.
Canadian citizens
Canada appears on the current Egypt e-Visa eligibility list. Canadian government advice says Canadian passport holders can obtain an electronic visa before travel or a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, subject to current requirements. Because Canadian rules have changed in recent years, recheck both governments shortly before applying.
European Union passport holders
Many EU nationalities appear on the official e-Visa list, including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Ireland, Poland, Portugal, Greece, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and others. Confirm the exact passport nationality rather than assuming all European travel documents receive identical treatment.
Australian and New Zealand citizens
Australia and New Zealand appear on the current e-Visa list. Check the Egyptian portal plus your own government’s current Egypt entry guidance before travel.
Indian citizens
India appears on the official e-Visa eligibility list displayed during the August 2026 research. Applicants should still check for any nationality-specific supporting conditions and ensure that the portal accepts their individual case.
South African citizens
South Africa appears on the current official e-Visa list. Travelers routing through another African country should also check whether yellow-fever certificate rules apply because of that route.
Travelers not listed for e-Visa
Contact the Egyptian embassy or consulate responsible for your place of legal residence. Ask about pre-approval, required forms, processing time, passport submission, fees, and whether confirmed accommodation or an invitation/supporting letter is required.
Yellow-fever certificates and health entry documents
Egypt does not generally require a yellow-fever vaccination certificate from a traveler flying directly from a country without yellow-fever transmission risk. CDC states that the vaccine is not recommended specifically for Egypt and is not required for direct travel from the United States.
However, Egypt requires proof of yellow-fever vaccination for travelers aged nine months or older arriving from countries with a risk of yellow-fever transmission. CDC also notes that this can include airport transits or layovers longer than 12 hours in a risk country.
This means your route matters, not only your home address or passport. A traveler connecting through a risk country may face a different certificate requirement from someone flying to Cairo through Europe or the Gulf.
Check the current WHO risk-country list, your government’s Egypt travel-health page, and the Egyptian mission. If vaccination is required, arrange it far enough in advance for the certificate to become valid and discuss contraindications with a qualified travel-health professional.
Entry certificates are separate from recommended travel vaccinations. CDC currently recommends that travelers review routine vaccines and may recommend others, such as hepatitis A or typhoid, depending on personal circumstances and itinerary. Medical advice must be individualized.
The August desert heat-safety guide covers hydration, heat illness, clothing, shade, and medication considerations for eclipse conditions. Travelers with chronic illness or mobility concerns should also read the guide for seniors and travelers with health conditions.
Traveling with medication
Carry essential medication in its original labeled packaging and keep it in cabin baggage within airline liquid and security rules. Bring enough for the trip plus a reasonable delay margin, along with a prescription or clinician’s letter showing generic names and medical necessity.
Do not assume a medicine legal at home can be imported without restriction. Controlled drugs, sedatives, pain medication, injections, and large quantities may require specific documents or prior authorization. Contact an Egyptian embassy or consulate for current customs advice.
Heat-sensitive medicines need a transport and storage plan. The eclipse operation may provide cooled or air-conditioned areas, but travelers should confirm the exact storage capability rather than assuming a normal hotel refrigerator is available at every stage.
Children and minors
Every child needs the correct individual travel document and visa or permission required for that passport. A parent’s visa does not automatically cover a child.
When a child travels with one parent, another relative, a school group, or an adult who is not a legal guardian, airlines and border authorities may request consent or custody documentation. Rules depend on nationality and family circumstances. Check with the child’s passport authority, airline, Egyptian mission, and any transit country.
Make sure names match birth and custody documents, especially when parent and child use different surnames. Keep copies of birth certificates, consent letters, and guardianship orders where relevant.
Visa preparation is only one part of family planning. Read solar eclipse safety for children and the guide to safe ISO 12312-2 eclipse viewers before departure.
Dual nationals and special passport holders
Dual nationals should determine which passport they will present throughout the journey. Visa eligibility, airline records, insurance, and consular assistance can change depending on the document used.
Holders of diplomatic, official, emergency, refugee, or temporary travel documents should not assume ordinary-tourist e-Visa rules apply. Some categories require prior authorization even when an ordinary passport of the same nationality would qualify online or on arrival.
If your passport was issued by a place with special recognition or documentation rules, obtain written advice from the relevant Egyptian mission well before paying non-refundable costs.
Transit countries and multi-country eclipse itineraries
A journey to Egypt may include Spain, Tunisia, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, or another stop. Egypt’s visa does not cover those countries, and a transit may require a separate visa or authorization even if you never leave the airport.
Check:
- Whether the transit is airside or requires immigration and baggage recheck.
- Whether separate tickets force you to enter the transit country.
- Airport-change requirements.
- Transit visa rules for your passport.
- Yellow-fever implications of the route.
- Whether leaving and re-entering Egypt requires multiple entry.
If your itinerary includes a Jordan extension and then returns to Cairo for the flight home, a single-entry Egyptian visa may not be sufficient. Build the route first, then choose the visa type.
Travel insurance and entry readiness
Travel insurance is not a substitute for a visa and does not guarantee admission, but it is especially important for a fixed-date expedition involving international flights, road transfers, remote camping, heat, equipment, and non-refundable reservations.
Look for cover appropriate to:
- Medical treatment and evacuation.
- Trip cancellation or interruption.
- Missed connections and travel delay.
- Baggage and specialist camera equipment.
- Desert activities included in the confirmed itinerary.
- Pre-existing conditions, when declared and covered.
- Government travel-advice exclusions.
Buy insurance when the policy’s cancellation protection needs to begin, not at the airport. Read exclusions related to heat, remote travel, chronic conditions, expensive electronics, and changes in official travel advice.
Before payment, review the tour’s booking and cancellation policy and understand which losses are your responsibility if a passport, visa, or health-document failure prevents travel.
Entry week: your 72-hour checklist
Three days before departure, perform a final document audit:
- Confirm the passport is valid and undamaged.
- Verify the e-Visa or embassy visa matches the passport.
- Print the visa, itinerary, hotel, tour, and insurance documents.
- Save offline copies on two devices.
- Check the airline’s travel-document notice.
- Recheck official Egypt entry and health requirements.
- Confirm yellow-fever documentation if your route requires it.
- Place essential medication and documents in cabin baggage.
- Confirm airport pickup and the correct contact number.
- Keep the eclipse package details accessible.
At airline check-in, answer questions accurately and show the requested documents. At Egyptian immigration, stay calm, follow instructions, and present the printed e-Visa and supporting details when asked.
Common visa mistakes that could ruin an eclipse trip
Using an unofficial portal without realizing it
Private services may charge additional fees. Verify the domain and understand whether you are dealing with the Egyptian government or an intermediary.
Relying on an old US$25 fee
The official e-Visa FAQ viewed in August 2026 displayed US$30 single entry and US$65 multiple entry. Fees can change again.
Applying exactly seven days before departure
Seven days is a minimum shown by the portal, not a safe eclipse strategy. Allow time for weekends, corrections, and additional requests.
Entering inconsistent names
The passport, visa, airline ticket, and tour booking should match. Contact the relevant issuer when a correction is needed.
Assuming visa on arrival is universal
It is not. Eligibility depends on nationality and other circumstances.
Using the Sinai-only exemption for a mainland trip
A limited South Sinai permission does not cover Cairo, Bahariya, the White Desert, or Luxor.
Ignoring the passport validity rule
Six months is counted from arrival, not from the date you make the booking.
Forgetting the printout
The official portal asks for an e-Visa printout. Carry paper even if you have a phone copy.
Booking the wrong number of entries
A side trip followed by re-entry to Egypt may require multiple entry.
Believing the operator can guarantee immigration admission
A tour company can provide booking documents and practical assistance, but border authorities make the final admission decision.
The broader guide to common mistakes eclipse tourists make in Egypt covers location, safety, equipment, weather, and logistics beyond immigration.
Recommended planning sequence
Use this order to reduce expensive changes:
- Confirm your passport route and likely visa method.
- Select the eclipse package and total Egypt trip length.
- Read the cancellation and insurance terms.
- Reserve flights and accommodation with appropriate flexibility.
- Renew the passport if necessary.
- Recheck entry rules and apply within the correct visa-validity window.
- Send accurate passport information to the operator by the stated deadline.
- Print and verify all documents.
- Arrive in Cairo at least two days before the desert departure.
When you are ready to choose dates, check eclipse tour availability and provide the exact number of adults and children, preferred package, nationality, and any special logistical needs. Do not send full passport scans through an unsecured public form unless the operator’s secure process specifically requires them.
Final answer
The safest general approach for an eligible eclipse traveler is to use Egypt’s official e-Visa portal, apply well before the seven-day minimum but within the visa’s permitted validity window, travel with a passport valid for at least six months after arrival, and carry printed proof of the visa, itinerary, accommodation, return travel, and any required health certificate.
If your nationality is not on the e-Visa list—or you hold a special travel document—contact the competent Egyptian embassy or consulate early. Do not treat a tour reservation, visa-on-arrival story, or generic blog as confirmation of your personal eligibility.
Most importantly, check again in 2027. The requirements documented here are current as of 17 August 2026, while the eclipse occurs almost one year later. Immigration rules outrank any travel article, including this one.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for the 2027 solar eclipse in Egypt?
Most international visitors need a tourist visa, but exemptions and application routes depend on nationality, passport type, and itinerary. The eclipse does not have a separate visa category.
Is there a special Egypt eclipse visa?
No. Travelers normally enter under Egypt’s standard tourism visa rules.
What is the official Egypt e-Visa website?
The official government portal is https://visa2egypt.gov.eg/. Check the domain carefully because private visa-service sites may appear in search results.
How much does the Egypt e-Visa cost?
On 17 August 2026, the official portal displayed US$30 for a single-entry tourist e-Visa and US$65 for multiple entry. Confirm the live fee when applying.
How early should I apply?
The official system says at least seven days before departure, and an Egyptian government page describes seven working days. Eclipse travelers should normally prepare earlier and submit several weeks ahead when the visa-validity window allows.
How long must my passport be valid?
At least six months from the date of arrival in Egypt under the current official e-Visa requirements.
Do I need a blank passport page?
Current UK guidance specifies at least one blank page. Check the rule applicable to your passport and leave more space if your multi-country itinerary needs additional stamps or visas.
Can I get an Egypt visa on arrival?
Some nationalities can, including U.S. and British ordinary-passport holders under current guidance. Eligibility is not universal, so verify before flying.
Is an e-Visa better than visa on arrival for the eclipse?
For an eligible traveler, advance e-Visa approval often reduces uncertainty during a busy fixed-date trip. It does not guarantee entry.
Can my tour company issue my visa?
A tour operator may provide supporting booking information or practical assistance, but an e-Visa is issued through the government system and admission is decided by border authorities.
Do children need separate visas?
Children need the documents and visa or permission required for their own passport. Check parental-consent rules when a minor travels without both legal guardians.
Do I need a yellow-fever certificate?
It depends on your route. Travelers arriving from a country with yellow-fever transmission risk—and some with a transit over 12 hours in such a country—may need proof of vaccination.
Do U.S. citizens need an Egypt visa?
Yes. Current U.S. guidance says citizens can apply for an e-Visa or obtain an eligible tourist visa on arrival at Egyptian airports.
Do UK citizens need an Egypt visa?
British passport holders normally need a visa. The limited South Sinai resort permission is not valid for an eclipse itinerary traveling to Cairo, Bahariya, the White Desert, or Luxor.
Are Canadian citizens eligible for an e-Visa?
Canada appears on the current official e-Visa list. Recheck before travel because Canadian entry arrangements have changed in recent years.
Do EU citizens qualify for the e-Visa?
Many EU nationalities appear on the current list. Verify the exact passport nationality on the official portal.
Do Indian citizens qualify for the Egypt e-Visa?
India appears on the official eligibility list viewed during the August 2026 research. Confirm current supporting conditions for your case before applying.
Does a single-entry visa cover a side trip to Jordan and return to Cairo?
Not normally. Leaving Egypt uses the single entry; returning may require a multiple-entry visa or another valid entry permission. Confirm the planned route before applying.
Can I use the free Sinai stamp and then travel to Bahariya?
No. The limited Sinai-only permission is not suitable for travel to mainland eclipse locations such as Bahariya, the White Desert, or Luxor.
What should I print?
Print the e-Visa, flight itinerary, accommodation confirmations, tour booking, insurance details, and any required vaccination certificate. Keep copies separate from originals.
Should I check the rules again in 2027?
Yes. Recheck the official portal, Egyptian embassy, airline, and your government’s travel advice before applying and again shortly before departure.
Sources and verification notes
- Official Egypt e-Visa Portal — application process and minimum application timing.
- Official Egypt e-Visa FAQ — eligible nationalities, current fees, passport validity, and arrival documents.
- Presidency of Egypt: E-Visa Service — government explanation of e-Visa processing and seven-working-day guidance.
- U.S. State Department: Egypt Travel Information — U.S.-passport visa routes and warning about unofficial e-Visa sites.
- UK FCDO: Egypt Entry Requirements — passport, visa, South Sinai, health-certificate, and customs guidance.
- Government of Canada: Egypt Travel Advice — Canadian passport, visa, health, and child-travel context.
- CDC Travelers’ Health: Egypt — yellow-fever entry conditions and travel-health recommendations.
- WHO international travel vaccination information — country-risk and certificate framework.
Visa and health-entry information changes. The official authorities and transport provider make the controlling decision; this article is planning information, not legal or consular advice.
