Do Israeli citizens need a visa for Egypt?
The official link goes to visa2egypt.gov.eg. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Egypt entry rules for Israeli citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Egyptian visa with prior security clearance (consulate) |
| Fee | Per consulate; Taba crossing (FCDO, Oct 2026): border tax USD 20 to stay in Taba, USD 120 for the rest of Sinai, USD 120 + USD 30 visa beyond Sinai |
| Stay | Per visa issued (Sinai-only entry at Taba reported: up to 15 days) |
| When to apply | Security clearance 'may take up to 3 months' (Egyptian Consulate, London) |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an Israeli passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Egypt entry requirements.
The details for an Israeli passport.
Egyptian Consulate in London (page updated 2024, read 11 Oct 2026): nationals of Israel (with Afghanistan, Ethiopia, Iran, Mali, Niger, Syria and Palestine) must 'obtain a clearance from the competent authorities in Egypt, which may take up to 3 months'. Not on the 78-nationality e-Visa/VOA list. A Sinai-only entry permit for Israeli passport holders at the Taba crossing is widely reported but not confirmed on an official page. FCDO (updated 7 Oct 2026): Taba charges have risen at short notice since early March 2026; carry at least USD 170 cash per person; ATMs at Taba are unreliable.
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months beyond the date of arrival.
Recent changes in Egypt.
- 2026-08-01 — Cairo International Airport launched a digital visa on arrival: USD 36 (incl. USD 6 service fee), card only, via self-service machines or visaonarrival.gov.eg. USD 30 cash VOA continues at other entry points.
- 2026-03 — Taba (Israel-Egypt) border crossing charges subject to increases at short notice since early March 2026.
- 2026-03-01 — Egyptian Consulate in London raised visa and consular fees by GBP 5.
The short answers.
Do Israeli citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes. Israeli citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Egypt.
How much does it cost for Israeli citizens?
Per consulate; Taba crossing (FCDO, Oct 2026): border tax USD 20 to stay in Taba, USD 120 for the rest of Sinai, USD 120 + USD 30 visa beyond Sinai. Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Israeli citizens stay in Egypt?
Per visa issued (Sinai-only entry at Taba reported: up to 15 days). Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Israeli citizens apply?
Security clearance 'may take up to 3 months' (Egyptian Consulate, London).
Where do Israeli citizens apply?
On the official site, visa2egypt.gov.eg. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Egypt visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.