Do Thai 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 Thai citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Egyptian tourist visa (embassy) |
| Stay | Per visa issued |
| When to apply | Apply well ahead |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Thai passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Egypt entry requirements.
The details for a Thai passport.
Not on Egypt's official 78-nationality e-Visa/VOA list (read 11 Oct 2026); the Egyptian Tourism Authority says 'Some nationalities are required to process their visa applications through their nearest consulate'. Conditional VOA: 'more than 180 nationalities' can get a tourist VOA if they hold a valid and used visa of the US, UK, Schengen Area, Japan, Canada, Australia or New Zealand (Egyptian Tourism Authority) - confirm with the airline that your nationality qualifies. Reported excluded from the Sinai-only free stamp (Timatic, via Wikipedia). Group tours of 15+ with an Egyptian agency guarantee letter are reported to get VOA (not confirmed).
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 Thai citizens need a visa for Egypt?
Yes. Thai citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Egypt.
How long can Thai citizens stay in Egypt?
Per visa issued. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Thai citizens apply?
Apply well ahead.
Where do Thai 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.