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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do India citizens need a visa for Egypt?

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India citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Egypt — applied for online before departure.

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India vs Egypt: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

Egypt

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #166 · mobility 75.8
15

countries both India and Egypt can enter visa-free together

India + Egypt: passport compatibility

80%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where India and Egypt travel together — by entry type:

15 both visa-free
19 both visa on arrival
35 both e-visa / eTA
88 both need a visa
40 access differs

Where India and Egypt can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (15)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Dominica 21 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Iran 15 days #190
Kiribati 90 days #84
Macao 30 days #67
Malaysia 90 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Rwanda 30 days #143
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only Egypt is visa-free (5)

Egypt: good to know

Cairo

Capital

Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Currency

Eastern European Time (UTC+2)

Time zone

+20

Calling code

C, F

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else India goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Egypt

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do India citizens need a visa for Egypt?
India citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Egypt — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — India or Egypt?
The India passport is stronger: 27 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: India #137, Egypt #166.
Where can India and Egypt citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 15 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Egypt?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between India and Egypt?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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