Russia passport → Egypt
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Russian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Egypt for up to 30 days. You do not need to apply before you fly.
What this means for your trip
- Keep the visa fee ready, ideally in US dollars or the local currency, plus passport photos.
- Expect to show a return ticket, hotel booking and proof of funds at the counter.
- Some countries also offer the same visa online, which can save queueing on arrival.
Egypt at a glance
- Capital
- Cairo
- Currency
- Egyptian pound (EGP)
- Languages
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +20
- Region
- Northern Africa
EG27.0°N · 30.0°EPhoto: KennyOMG · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsEgypt for other passports
- RussiaVisa on arrival30 days
IndiaeVisa
United StatesVisa on arrival30 days
United KingdomVisa on arrival30 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa on arrival30 days
SingaporeVisa on arrival30 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa on arrival30 days
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Northern Africa for Russian passport holders
Common questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Russian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Egypt for up to 30 days. You do not need to apply before you fly.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Egypt?
Up to 30 days under the current visa on arrival rule. Longer stays need a different visa.
How many countries can Russian citizens visit without a visa?
114 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Russia passport ranks #37 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Russian citizens (edited 1 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Egypt before you travel.