Egypt Visa for Hurghada 2026: Cost, e-Visa, Entry Rules & Vaccines

Most visitors to Hurghada — including British, German, other EU and US citizens — need a tourist visa. You can buy it on arrival at Hurghada airport for US$30 in cash (single entry, up to 30 days), or apply online in advance for an e-Visa on Egypt's official portal, visa2egypt.gov.eg.

This page was checked on 30 October 2026 against the UK government's Egypt travel advice and the German Foreign Office. Entry rules can change at short notice, so always confirm with your own government's official advice before you travel.

How much is a visa for Hurghada?

Pay the visa-on-arrival fee in US dollars or the euro equivalent, ideally with small, clean notes. You do not need an agent: people offering 'fast visa' help at the airport usually charge more than the official US$30. The digital visa-on-arrival with a QR code (US$36) is currently offered at Cairo airport only, not in Hurghada.

Passport and ID card rules

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months after your arrival date; the UK advice also asks for at least one blank page.
• German citizens may enter with a valid Personalausweis plus two biometric passport photos. The visa is then stuck on a separate sheet that you must keep and show when you leave. The German Foreign Office still recommends travelling with a passport.
• Temporary ID cards are not accepted for entry.
• The free 'Sinai only' entry stamp applies to Sharm El Sheikh, not to Hurghada.

What vaccinations do I need for Egypt?

No vaccinations are compulsory for travellers flying to Hurghada from Europe. Health services such as the UK's TravelHealthPro recommend:

• All travellers: routine vaccinations up to date, including tetanus (a booster if your last dose was more than 10 years ago).
• Most travellers: hepatitis A.
• Some travellers: hepatitis B, rabies and typhoid — mainly for long stays or higher-risk activities. Ask your doctor or a travel clinic 4–6 weeks before departure.
• Yellow fever: a certificate is needed only if you arrive from, or transit for more than 12 hours through, a country with yellow fever risk.
• Malaria: Egypt was declared malaria-free by the WHO in 2024.

Swimming in the Red Sea and in hotel pools is safe; avoid swimming or wading in fresh water such as the Nile or canals. Our Hurghada travel tips cover money, tipping and safety.

Arriving at Hurghada airport

• Buy your visa at the bank counters in the arrivals hall before you queue for passport control.
• Keep the visa (and, with an ID card, the separate visa sheet) until you leave Egypt.
• Do not pack a drone: drones need a permit in Egypt and are usually held at the airport.
• If you booked a trip with us, you can arrange an airport transfer and your first excursion before you arrive — see our key facts page.

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