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Egypt Visa for Albania Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Albania citizens can obtain a visa on arrival for tourism or business purposes for Egypt, valid for 30 days, costing approximately 25 USD, with a passport valid for at least six months beyond their stay.

Guide last updated August 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport: Must be valid for at least six (6) months beyond your intended stay in Egypt.
  • Visa Application Form: This is typically filled out upon arrival at the airport or port of entry. Ensure you have a pen.
  • Proof of sufficient funds: While not always strictly checked for short tourist stays, it is advisable to have access to funds to cover your expenses (e.g., bank statements, credit cards). A minimum amount is not officially published but showing around 50-100 USD per day of stay is a good general guideline.
  • Return or onward ticket: You must be able to prove you intend to leave Egypt. This can be a confirmed flight ticket.
  • Accommodation details: It's advisable to have your hotel booking or an invitation letter if staying with someone.
  • Passport photos: Two recent passport-sized photos with a white background are often required for the visa sticker. Specs: 4x6 cm, neutral expression, no head coverings unless for religious reasons.
  • Biometrics: Not typically collected for visa on arrival. The visa is usually a sticker affixed to your passport.
  • Travel health insurance: While not mandatory for entry, it is strongly recommended to have comprehensive travel health insurance covering medical emergencies and repatriation.

Visa types

  • Tourist Visa: This is the most common type for Albania citizens. It allows for tourism and leisure activities.
  • Validity: Typically issued for 30 days.
  • Maximum Stay: 30 days.
  • Entry: Usually single entry.
  • Approximate Fee: 25 USD.
  • Business Visa: For individuals traveling for business purposes, such as attending meetings, conferences, or exploring business opportunities. This is often also obtained on arrival for short-term visits.
  • Validity: Typically issued for 30 days.
  • Maximum Stay: 30 days.
  • Entry: Usually single entry.
  • Approximate Fee: 25 USD.
  • Note: For longer stays, study, or work, a visa must be obtained in advance from an Egyptian embassy or consulate. This guide focuses on the visa on arrival for short-term stays.

Visa on arrival

  • Albania citizens are eligible for a visa on arrival for tourism and short-term business visits.
  • Which Ports: Available at major international airports (e.g., Cairo International Airport - CAI, Hurghada - HRG, Sharm El Sheikh - SSH) and some land border crossings and seaports.
  • Steps:
  • 1. Upon arrival, proceed to the immigration counter.
  • 2. You will be directed to the visa counter or a designated area to purchase the visa sticker.
  • 3. Present your passport and pay the required fee.
  • 4. The visa sticker will be affixed to your passport.
  • 5. Proceed to immigration control with your passport and visa sticker.
  • Fee and Accepted Currencies: The fee is 25 USD (United States Dollars). Some ports may also accept Euros (EUR). It is best to have the exact amount in USD in cash to avoid issues.
  • Queue Tips: Arrive at the visa counter before proceeding to immigration to save time. Have your passport, return ticket, and funds ready. The queues can be long, especially during peak hours.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa Fee: 25 USD (United States Dollars) per person for a single-entry visa.
  • VFS/BLS Service Fee: Not applicable for visa on arrival.
  • Total Cost Estimate: 25 USD.
  • Standard Processing Time: The visa is issued immediately upon payment at the port of entry, typically taking 10-30 minutes depending on the queue length.
  • Express/Priority Option: No express option available for visa on arrival. All passengers are processed in the order of arrival, subject to immigration and visa counter queues.

Tips for Albania travelers

  • How far in advance to apply: For visa on arrival, no advance application is needed. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months prior to your departure from Egypt.
  • Common rejection reasons for Albania applicants specifically: While there are no specific documented rejection reasons solely for Albania citizens for visa on arrival, general reasons for refusal include insufficient passport validity, inability to prove sufficient funds, lack of a return ticket, or suspicion of intending to overstay or work illegally.
  • VFS/BLS vs. direct embassy application: Visa on arrival is the most convenient method for short-term tourist or business stays. For longer stays, study, or work visas, you must apply in advance through an Egyptian embassy or consulate.
  • Any current travel advisories or bilateral notes: Always check the latest travel advisories from your home country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the official Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (mfa.gov.eg) before your trip for any updates on security or health concerns.
  • Extension options inside Egypt: Visa extensions are generally difficult to obtain for visa-on-arrival holders and are only granted in exceptional circumstances. It is highly recommended to plan your trip within the 30-day limit. If an extension is absolutely necessary, you would need to contact the Egyptian Ministry of Interior's Passport, Immigration and Nationality Administration (PIN) offices, but success is not guaranteed.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.