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Visa-Free Travel Guide

Where a Egypt Passport Can Go Visa-Free

An Egyptian passport gives real visa-free access to Jordan, Iran, Hong Kong and a strong run of Caribbean and Pacific nations, plus straightforward e-Visa routes to Thailand, Vietnam and beyond. Here is exactly what is genuine and what you need to prepare before travelling.

Before you book: visa policies change often and can depend on your specific passport, purpose of travel and length of stay. Always confirm on the destination's official source link below — shown next to every entry — before purchasing tickets.

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Caribbean

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Barbados

Up to 6 months

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for the full length of your trip.
  • A return or onward ticket.
  • Complete the free online Barbados Immigration & Customs (ED) Card at travelform.gov.bb no more than 72 hours before you arrive — save the confirmation QR code for the airport.
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Haiti

Up to 3 months

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Pay a US$10 entry fee in cash at the airport — this is separate from any visa cost and applies to every arriving tourist.
  • If you plan to stay longer than 3 months, you must apply for a visa in advance regardless of nationality.

A US$10 entry fee is payable in cash at the airport.

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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Up to 30 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for the entire proposed duration of your stay, with at least one completely blank page for the entry stamp.
  • No vaccination certificate is required for entry.
  • No currency restrictions apply on entry or exit.
  • Do not attempt to bring firearms or ammunition without prior government permission — penalties for weapons or drug offences are severe.
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Saint Kitts and Nevis

Up to 3 months

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) online at knatravelform.kn before you fly — it takes about 5 minutes and can be submitted up to 90 days ahead; every traveller needs one, including children.
  • Pay the eTA service charge of around US$17 per person.
  • Passport valid for your intended stay and a confirmed return ticket.
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Trinidad and Tobago

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.ttservices.online — this fully online system replaced paper applications in April 2024.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date.
  • For questions on your application, contact the Immigration Division at [email protected].
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Bahamas

Up to 90 days (single-entry)

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.mofa.gov.bs — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' form runs to around 39 questions, so have your documents scanned and ready.
  • Passport valid for more than 6 months.
  • Round-trip ticket and proof of accommodation as required uploads; a medical certificate may also be requested.
  • Processing takes 7–10 business days — apply at least two weeks ahead.
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Antigua and Barbuda

Up to 1 month

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.immigration.gov.ag — there is no in-person embassy visit anywhere in the process.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Proof of onward or return travel.
  • Standard processing takes about 5 working days, so apply at least a week before you fly.

Americas

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Cuba

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the Cuban e-Visa online at evisacuba.cu — this replaced the old paper Tourist Card system on 1 July 2025 for almost every traveller.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months, plus an email address to receive the approved e-Visa.
  • Travel insurance covering your entire stay is mandatory and can be checked on arrival.
  • Complete the separate mandatory travellers form at dviajeros.mitrans.gob.cu before you depart — this is required in addition to the e-Visa, not instead of it.
  • The e-Visa allows a single entry and a stay of up to 90 days, with an extension option available in-country.
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Colombia

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online through Colombia's Cancillería portal — complete the form in one sitting, around 30 minutes, since the session can time out.
  • Valid passport and scanned copies of relevant pages, including any past Colombian visas or entry stamps.
  • Two separate payments are required — the application fee, then a second fee once approved.
  • Complete the Check-Mig form online within 72 hours before your flight — mandatory for every traveller entering Colombia.
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Suriname

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the e-Visa online at suriname.vfsevisa.com — Suriname processes its e-Visa through VFS Global, its official government-authorised partner, so this is the legitimate route.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one blank page.
  • One 3x4cm photo of yourself, and a copy of your return flight ticket showing a round trip of no more than 90 days.
  • A travel itinerary for your stay.
  • Approval typically arrives within 3 days of a complete submission.

Applications are processed through VFS Global, the Suriname government's official e-Visa partner.

Europe

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Albania

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the e-Tourist Visa online at e-visa.al — processing takes 10–15 business days.
  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your departure date.
  • A confirmed hotel booking or invitation letter, plus a round-trip flight ticket.
  • Bank statements from the last 12 months showing at least €50/day of your stay.
  • Travel health insurance covering Albania or worldwide, including medical evacuation.
  • Print the approved e-Visa PDF — border control often does not accept a phone screenshot.
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Georgia

Up to 30 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply online through Georgia's official e-visa portal at geoconsul.gov.ge.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Travel/health insurance with at least GEL 30,000 cover — mandatory for every visitor since January 2026.

Asia

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Hong Kong

Up to 90 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.
  • A return ticket is recommended in case immigration asks for it.
  • No visa, pre-registration or arrival form required — one of the cleanest, simplest entries available to an Egyptian passport.
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Thailand

Up to 60 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply online at the official Thai e-Visa platform (thaievisa.go.th) — this became the only application route from 1 January 2025.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months and a recent ICAO-standard photo.
  • Proof of funds — 30,000 THB single entry or 120,000 THB multiple entry.
  • Processing takes at least 15 working days, so apply a month ahead of travel.
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Vietnam

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply online at evisa.gov.vn — enter your personal, passport and travel details, including named entry/exit checkpoints.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 completely blank pages.
  • A digital passport photo (4x6cm, white background) and a scan of your passport data page.
  • Fee is $25 single entry or $50 multiple entry; approval by email in 4–5 working days.
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Indonesia

Up to 30 days

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Pay the visa-on-arrival fee (around $35) in cash at the airport, or pre-pay online at evisa.imigrasi.go.id to skip the queue.
  • One extension of up to 30 more days is possible at a local immigration office before the first period expires.
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Maldives

Up to 30 days (free)

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and evidence of sufficient funds, roughly $100/day.
  • Complete the IMUGA Traveller Declaration online at imuga.immigration.gov.mv within 96 hours before your flight — the visa is free, this declaration is the only paperwork needed.
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Timor-Leste

Up to 30 days

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.
  • Return or onward ticket, or proof you can fund your own departure.
  • Pay the $30 visa-on-arrival fee in cash in US dollars.

Only available at Dili International Airport or Dili Sea Port.

Middle East

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Jordan

Up to 1 month (per 6-month period)

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 completely blank pages.
  • A round-trip flight ticket or confirmed booking, proof of accommodation (hotel booking, Airbnb, or a host's invitation), and bank statements from the last 3 months showing sufficient funds.
  • A non-refundable return or circle-trip ticket — Jordan does not accept one-way tickets except for government workers continuing to Iraq.
  • This visa-free allowance does not permit work — a separate work permit or visa is required to be legally employed in Jordan, applied for through a Jordanian embassy well in advance.
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Iran

Up to 20 days (once per 180 days)

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
  • Proof of onward or departure travel.
  • No visa, no online application, and no passport stamp at all — this is one of the simplest entries on this whole list.
  • This allowance cannot be extended under any circumstances, and can only be used once every 180 days — if you need longer than 20 days, you must apply for a full visa on arrival or tourist visa instead, which typically allows up to 30 days with extension options.

No visa, no application, and no passport stamp — but this allowance cannot be extended and can only be used once every 180 days.

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Bahrain

Up to 14 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online at the official evisa.gov.bh portal — Bahrain's NPRA warns that no other website or agency is authorised to process this on your behalf.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket.

Oceania

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Vanuatu

Up to 120 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online through Vanuatu's Department of Immigration at evisa.gov.vu.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Confirmed return or onward ticket and evidence of at least 40,000 VUV (roughly $325) per month of your stay.
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Kiribati

Up to Up to 90 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.
  • Proof of onward or return travel and evidence of sufficient funds.
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Micronesia

Up to 30 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 120 days beyond your entry date.
  • Proof of onward travel and evidence of sufficient funds.
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Samoa

Up to 90 days

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with a completely blank page for the entry permit stamp.
  • Confirmed onward or return ticket and evidence of sufficient funds.
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Palau

Up to 30 days (free)

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Complete the Palau Entry Form online at palautravel.pw within 72 hours of arrival.
  • Round-trip ticket, proof of accommodation and funds of around $200/week.
  • Sign the Palau Pledge in person at the port of entry, and pay the $100 environmental fee.
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Tuvalu

Up to 1 month

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and evidence of sufficient funds.
  • Pay the visa-on-arrival fee (around AUD 100) in cash — more than 30 nationalities are exempt, so ask whether Egypt qualifies.
  • No online visa system exists — everything is arranged in person with the Office of the Chief Immigration Officer in Vaiaku, Funafuti (+688 20-101 / 20-100).

No online visa system — arranged in person on arrival in Funafuti.

Visa-free is for visiting, not working

If you want to move abroad for work, study or family, check our full Visa Guide for real application steps — free, no agents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers on whether a Egypt passport needs a visa for each destination above.

Is Barbados visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Barbados visa-free for up to 6 months, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for the full length of your trip.

Is Haiti visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Haiti visa-free for up to 3 months, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Is Saint Vincent and the Grenadines visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Saint Vincent and the Grenadines visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for the entire proposed duration of your stay, with at least one completely blank page for the entry stamp.

Is Saint Kitts and Nevis visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

No traditional visa is required, but Egyptian passport holders must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) online before flying to Saint Kitts and Nevis for up to 3 months. Apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) online at knatravelform.kn before you fly — it takes about 5 minutes and can be submitted up to 90 days ahead; every traveller needs one, including children.

Is Trinidad and Tobago visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Trinidad and Tobago, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.ttservices.online — this fully online system replaced paper applications in April 2024.

Is Bahamas visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Bahamas, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days (single-entry). Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.mofa.gov.bs — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' form runs to around 39 questions, so have your documents scanned and ready.

Is Antigua and Barbuda visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Antigua and Barbuda, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 1 month. Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.immigration.gov.ag — there is no in-person embassy visit anywhere in the process.

Is Cuba visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Cuba, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply for the Cuban e-Visa online at evisacuba.cu — this replaced the old paper Tourist Card system on 1 July 2025 for almost every traveller.

Is Colombia visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Colombia, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply for the eVisa online through Colombia's Cancillería portal — complete the form in one sitting, around 30 minutes, since the session can time out.

Is Suriname visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Suriname, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply for the e-Visa online at suriname.vfsevisa.com — Suriname processes its e-Visa through VFS Global, its official government-authorised partner, so this is the legitimate route.

Is Albania visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Albania, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply for the e-Tourist Visa online at e-visa.al — processing takes 10–15 business days.

Is Georgia visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Georgia, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 30 days. Apply online through Georgia's official e-visa portal at geoconsul.gov.ge.

Is Jordan visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Jordan visa-free for up to 1 month (per 6-month period), with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 completely blank pages.

Is Iran visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Iran visa-free for up to 20 days (once per 180 days), with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.

Is Bahrain visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Bahrain, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 14 days. Apply for the eVisa online at the official evisa.gov.bh portal — Bahrain's NPRA warns that no other website or agency is authorised to process this on your behalf.

Is Hong Kong visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Hong Kong visa-free for up to 90 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.

Is Thailand visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Thailand, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 60 days. Apply online at the official Thai e-Visa platform (thaievisa.go.th) — this became the only application route from 1 January 2025.

Is Vietnam visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Vietnam, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply online at evisa.gov.vn — enter your personal, passport and travel details, including named entry/exit checkpoints.

Is Indonesia visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Egyptian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Indonesia for up to 30 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Is Maldives visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Egyptian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Maldives for up to 30 days (free), without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Is Timor-Leste visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Egyptian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste for up to 30 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.

Is Vanuatu visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Egyptian passport holders need an e-Visa for Vanuatu, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 120 days. Apply for the eVisa online through Vanuatu's Department of Immigration at evisa.gov.vu.

Is Kiribati visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Kiribati visa-free for up to Up to 90 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.

Is Micronesia visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Yes — Egyptian passport holders can enter Micronesia visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 120 days beyond your entry date.

Is Samoa visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Egyptian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Samoa for up to 90 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months with a completely blank page for the entry permit stamp.

Is Palau visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Egyptian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Palau for up to 30 days (free), without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Is Tuvalu visa-free for Egyptian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Egyptian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu for up to 1 month, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.