Egypt visa for Polish citizens
Yes, Polish citizens need a tourist visa for Egypt. The simplest option is a visa on arrival for USD 30 in cash, or an e-Visa for USD 30 (single entry, up to 30 days) from visa2egypt.gov.eg before you fly. If you fly to Sharm El-Sheikh and stay in the Sinai resorts for less than 15 days, you get a free entry stamp instead of a visa.
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Three ways to get a tourist visa
| Option | Cost (2026) | How to pay | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa on arrival | USD 30 | US dollars, cash | Most Hurghada and Marsa Alam holidays |
| Single-entry e-Visa | USD 30 | Card, online | Having the visa sorted before you fly |
| Multiple-entry e-Visa | USD 65 | Card, online | Leaving Egypt and coming back on one trip |
| Sinai stamp | Free | - | Up to 15 days in the Sinai resorts only |
Fees from the official e-Visa portal and visa-on-arrival information, as of November 2026.
Visa on arrival
This is what most Polish charter passengers do. The visa counters are in the arrivals hall before passport control. The visa costs USD 30 in cash and allows a stay of up to 30 days. Bring the exact amount in dollars, because the counters can't always give change, and buy only at the official counter, not from agents.
At Cairo Airport you can also buy a digital visa on arrival for USD 36 (including a USD 6 service fee), by card only, from the self-service machines.
e-Visa
Apply on the official visa2egypt.gov.eg portal at least 7 days before you fly and pay by card. The result arrives by email. The portal does not promise a processing time, so don't leave it late. Print your approved e-Visa and carry it with you.
The free Sinai stamp
If you land at Sharm El-Sheikh and stay for less than 15 days only in the resorts of Sharm El-Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba, you get a free entry stamp and no visa is needed. This applies to many nationalities, including Polish citizens, but confirm it before you travel.
The stamp does not cover a trip to the Pyramids, Cairo or Luxor, or a stay longer than 15 days. If either is in your plan, buy the full visa on arrival.
Documents to bring
- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the day you arrive. A Polish ID card is not enough.
- At least one blank page in your passport.
- A printed e-Visa, if you applied online.
- A return ticket and a hotel booking or tour operator contract.
- USD 30 in cash for the visa, if you buy it on arrival.
Check before you fly
Rules and fees can change. Before you book, check the official visa2egypt.gov.eg portal and the Polish government's travel advice for Egypt on gov.pl.
Frequently asked questions
Do Polish citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes. Polish citizens need a tourist visa. You can buy it on arrival at the airport for USD 30 in cash, or online in advance as an e-Visa. The exception is the free Sinai stamp for stays of up to 15 days in the Sinai resorts.
How much does an Egypt visa cost in 2026?
A visa on arrival costs USD 30 in cash. A single-entry e-Visa costs USD 30 and a multiple-entry e-Visa USD 65, each for stays of up to 30 days. Cairo Airport also sells a digital visa on arrival for USD 36, by card only.
Can I enter Egypt with a Polish ID card?
No. You need a passport valid for at least 6 months from the day you arrive, with at least one blank page.
What is the Sinai stamp?
It is a free permit for stays of up to 15 days only in the resorts of Sharm El-Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba and Taba, issued when you arrive at Sharm El-Sheikh. It does not cover the Pyramids, Cairo, Luxor or trips outside Sinai.
Where do I buy the visa at Hurghada Airport?
At the counters before passport control in the arrivals hall. Pay in US dollars cash, ideally the exact amount, and stick the visa label in your passport before immigration.
Will my tour operator arrange the visa?
Some Polish tour operators sell the visa as part of the package or help you buy it at the airport. Ask when you book so you don't pay twice.