Egypt Visa RequirementsFor Colombia passport holders
Colombian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt at Cairo International Airport and other major entry points. The Egypt visa on arrival costs $25 USD and allows a stay of up to 30 days. Egypt is the most historically significant destination in the Arab world, offering the Pyramids of Giza, Luxor's Valley of the Kings, the Red Sea resorts, and Cairo's extraordinary Islamic medieval city.
Colombia passport holders can obtain a Visa on Arrival at Egypt ports of entry.
Colombian citizens can obtain a visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport (CAI), Sharm el-Sheikh (SSH), Hurghada (HRG), and Luxor (LXR) airports. Cost: $25 USD cash (bring exact amount). Ensure your Colombian passport has at least 6 months validity. A 30-day single-entry tourist visa is issued. The process is straightforward and takes 15-30 minutes. Alternatively, apply for an Egyptian eVisa at evisa.visa2egypt.gov.eg before travel to avoid airport queues.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Allowed
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Valid Colombian passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Visa on arrival fee: $25 USD cash
Return or onward flight ticket Recommended
Current Travel Situation
Colombia to Egypt: What You Need to Know
Colombia and Egypt do not have a direct bilateral visa-free arrangement, but Egypt offers visa on arrival to Colombian citizens along with most other Latin American nationalities. Egypt has been significantly expanding its tourism facilities to attract South American visitors. For Colombian travelers, Egypt represents an extraordinary North African destination accessible with minimal bureaucracy: the $25 visa on arrival at Cairo airport is straightforward. Egypt's extraordinary archaeological heritage (spanning the pharaonic, Graeco-Roman, Coptic Christian, and Islamic eras) makes it one of the world's most layered historical destinations.
How to Get There
No direct Colombia-Egypt flights exist. Connect from Bogota (BOG) to Cairo (CAI) via Madrid (Iberia then EgyptAir), London (British Airways then EgyptAir), Frankfurt (Lufthansa then EgyptAir), or Istanbul (Turkish Airlines). Total journey from Bogota to Cairo is approximately 16-22 hours.
Money & Banking
Egypt uses the Egyptian pound (EGP). Following currency devaluations since 2022, Egypt is now very affordable: budget $40-70 USD per day for mid-range travel. The top attractions (Giza Pyramids, Valley of the Kings) charge separate entry fees. The Egyptian Museum in Cairo is EGP 400 ($13 USD). Red Sea resorts (Hurghada, Sharm) are all-inclusive destinations at $50-120/night. Street food (koshari, ful medames, ta'amiyya falafel) is excellent and extremely cheap.
Practical Tips
Cairo: the Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx (no visit to Egypt is complete without them), the Egyptian Museum (largest Ancient Egyptian collection including Tutankhamun's treasures), Khan el-Khalili bazaar (the Arab world's most atmospheric covered market), the Citadel of Saladin, Ibn Tulun Mosque, and Al-Azhar Mosque (world's oldest university, founded 970 CE). Luxor: the Valley of the Kings (pharaonic tombs including Tutankhamun, Ramses II), the Karnak Temple (the world's largest ancient religious complex), and Luxor Temple. Aswan: Philae Temple and Abu Simbel (Ramses II's most impressive monument). Red Sea: Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh for diving and beaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Colombian citizens need a visa for Egypt?
No advance visa is needed. Colombians get a visa on arrival at Cairo airport ($25 USD cash, 30 days). Alternatively, apply for an eVisa at evisa.visa2egypt.gov.eg before travel to skip airport queues.
How do I fly from Colombia to Egypt?
No direct Colombia-Egypt flights exist. Connect via Madrid (Iberia then EgyptAir), Istanbul (Turkish Airlines direct), or London (British Airways then EgyptAir). Total journey from Bogota is approximately 16-22 hours.
Can I combine Egypt with a European trip from Colombia?
Yes. Egypt is easily combined with Spain (direct Bogota-Madrid-Cairo, Iberia and EgyptAir). A classic combination: 5-6 days Spain (Madrid, Seville, Barcelona) plus 7-10 days Egypt (Cairo, Luxor, Aswan). Both are accessible on a multi-stop ticket from Bogota.