Travellers planning a trip to Egypt in 2027 may need to set aside a little more money for visa expenses. According to the information cited in the report, Egypt is set to increase its single-entry visa fee by 10% from January 1, 2027.
The basic fee is currently stated as $30 and will rise to $33 once the revised rate comes into effect. The change is relevant for eligible international travellers entering Egypt under the applicable visa category.
The Egyptian Travel Agents Association (ETAA) reportedly informed tourism-industry stakeholders about the upcoming revision through Circular No. 173/2026.
For travellers planning a New Year holiday, a visit to Cairo and the pyramids, or a Red Sea vacation in 2027, it will therefore be important to check the applicable visa category and final charges before applying.
Egypt Single-Entry Visa Fee From January 2027
Under the revised structure cited in the report, the basic single-entry visa fee will increase by $3.
The key figures are:
- Current single-entry visa fee: $30
- New fee from January 1, 2027: $33
- Increase: $3
- Percentage increase: Approximately 10%
- Effective date: January 1, 2027
Using the indicative currency conversion cited in the source, $30 works out to roughly ₹2,875, while $33 is approximately ₹3,162.
These rupee figures should be treated only as estimates because the actual amount paid in Indian currency will depend on the exchange rate, payment method and any applicable transaction charges at the time of payment.
Why Is Egypt Changing the Visa Fee?
According to the report, the revision follows a decision approved by Egypt's Cabinet on August 13, 2026, concerning entry and transit visa charges.
The updated fee is scheduled to take effect at the beginning of 2027.
Travellers should note that the basic visa fee may not necessarily represent the complete amount they ultimately pay.
Additional Service and Processing Charges May Apply
Depending on the application channel and service being used, additional charges may be added to the basic visa cost.
Information cited for the tourism industry indicates that up to $6 in additional charges may apply in connection with services, issuance, banking or related processing.
The final cost can therefore differ from the headline $33 visa fee.
Before making payment, travellers should check the complete fee displayed by the relevant official application system or authorised channel rather than calculating their travel budget solely on the base visa price.
Digital Visa-on-Arrival System Being Tested at Cairo Airport
Egypt has also been working on a digital visa-on-arrival process at Cairo International Airport.
According to the source information, testing of the digital system began on August 1, 2026.
The system is intended to provide an alternative to the traditional physical visa-sticker process for eligible travellers. It uses a QR-code-based mechanism and is designed to make arrival procedures more digital.
Eligible passengers may be able to complete the required process through an online system before arrival or use self-service facilities in the airport's arrivals area, depending on the applicable procedure.
The system is expected to be introduced more widely at other airports and entry points over time, although travellers should verify where it is actually available before relying on it for a journey.
Digital Visa-on-Arrival Could Cost $39 From January 2027
The report states that the digital visa-on-arrival currently costs $36, consisting of:
- Basic visa fee: $30
- Digital service fee: $6
- Current total: $36
Once the basic visa charge rises from $30 to $33 on January 1, 2027, the total could become $39 if the existing $6 digital service charge remains unchanged.
That calculation would be:
$33 visa fee + $6 digital service fee = $39
At the indicative exchange rate used in the source, $39 is approximately ₹3,737.
However, travellers should treat $39 as an expected total based on the current $6 digital service charge, rather than assuming that every visa application will cost exactly that amount in 2027. Service charges, exchange rates and payment-related fees could change.
Regular Egypt E-Visa Is Different
One important point for travellers is the difference between the digital visa-on-arrival system and Egypt's regular e-visa.
They should not be treated as the same product.
Under the regular e-visa process, eligible travellers apply online before travelling to Egypt through the designated system.
The fees cited in the report currently stand at:
- Single-entry tourist e-visa: $30
- Multiple-entry tourist e-visa: $65
The source states that an updated 2027 fee schedule for these regular e-visa categories had not yet been announced at the time of the report.
For that reason, the projected $39 digital visa-on-arrival cost should not automatically be described as the new regular Egypt e-visa fee.
Travellers should verify the fee applicable to their specific visa type before applying.
What Should Indian Travellers Check?
Indian passport holders planning an Egypt trip should first confirm whether they qualify for the particular e-visa, visa-on-arrival or other visa process they intend to use. Eligibility requirements can differ by nationality and individual circumstances.
Before booking travel based on a particular visa route, check passport requirements, eligibility conditions, permitted stay, number of entries, supporting-document requirements and the latest applicable fee.
Travellers should also avoid unofficial websites that imitate government visa portals and charge large additional fees. Application and payment details should be verified carefully before submitting passport or financial information.
Budget for More Than Just the Basic Visa Fee
The main change scheduled for January 1, 2027, according to the supplied information, is the increase in Egypt's basic single-entry visa fee from $30 to $33—a rise of $3 or approximately 10%.
Travellers using the digital visa-on-arrival facility at Cairo International Airport could face an estimated total of $39 if the current $6 digital service charge continues unchanged.
However, visa categories, eligibility conditions and additional fees can change. Anyone travelling in 2027 should therefore check the latest official requirements and final payable amount shortly before applying rather than relying solely on older fee information.
