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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Portugal citizens need a visa for Egypt?

Visa on arrival

Portugal citizens can get a visa on arrival for Egypt — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.

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Portugal vs Egypt: passport comparison

Portugal

124

visa-free countries

Global rank: #14 · mobility 170.8

Egypt

20

visa-free countries

Global rank: #166 · mobility 75.8
14

countries both Portugal and Egypt can enter visa-free together

Portugal + Egypt: passport compatibility

31%

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

Where Portugal and Egypt travel together — by entry type:

14 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
17 both e-visa / eTA
13 both need a visa
136 access differs

Where Portugal 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 (14)

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
Hong Kong 90 days #46
Kiribati 90 days #84
Macao 90 days #67
Malaysia 90 days #41
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only Egypt is visa-free (6)

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 Portugal 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

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border on arrival

Frequently asked

Do Portugal citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Portugal citizens can get a visa on arrival for Egypt — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.
Which passport is stronger — Portugal or Egypt?
The Portugal passport is stronger: 124 visa-free countries versus 20. Global rank: Portugal #14, Egypt #166.
Where can Portugal and Egypt citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 14 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. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Portugal and Egypt?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Portugal passport ranking

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