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United Kingdom visa for Egyptian citizens

Egyptian citizens need a visa to enter United Kingdom.

Visa required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: (3 days ago)
Status
Visa required
Max stay
180 days
Official cost
135 GBP
Before departure
Apply for a visa before you travel

Cost note

Standard Visitor visa fee for stays up to 6 months.

What you need

  • valid passport
  • completed online Standard Visitor visa application
  • proof of funds and ties to Egypt
  • travel itinerary and accommodation details
  • biometric enrolment appointment

Official source

https://www.gov.uk/world/coming-to-the-uk-egypt

Use the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.

Why this verdict

Egyptian citizens need a visa to come to the UK to visit, study briefly or work. For ordinary short tourist travel, the standard route is the Standard Visitor visa, not ETA.

Frequently asked questions

Do Egyptian citizens need a visa for United Kingdom?
Egyptian citizens need a visa to enter United Kingdom. (Visa required.)
How long can Egyptian passport holders stay in United Kingdom?
Up to 180 days.
How much does the United Kingdom entry cost for Egyptian citizens?
The official fee is 135 GBP. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

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↩ All Egyptian visa requirements

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