Egypt Visa RequirementsFor Malaysia passport holders
Malaysian passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt for a fee of USD 25, valid for 30 days.
Malaysia passport holders can obtain a Visa on Arrival at Egypt ports of entry.
Purchase a visa on arrival sticker at the bank counters inside Cairo International Airport before reaching immigration. The fee is USD 25 (bring US dollars in cash; Egyptian pounds may also be accepted). The sticker is placed in your passport and presented at the immigration counter. Queue times can be long; budget extra time.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Malaysia to Egypt: What You Need to Know
Egypt is one of the most popular destinations for Malaysian Muslim travelers, offering ancient pharaonic history, Islamic Cairo, the Nile, and Red Sea beach resorts. The bilateral relationship is warm through OIC ties, with many Malaysians studying at Al-Azhar University in Cairo.
Practical Tips
Egypt Air and Qatar Airways serve Cairo from Kuala Lumpur. Halal food is universal throughout Egypt. Egypt is hot and dusty; light cotton clothing is appropriate. Modesty in dress is respected, especially at mosques. Haggling is expected at Khan el-Khalili bazaar. Cairo taxi drivers are notorious for overcharging; use Uber or Careem instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Malaysians need a visa for Egypt?
Malaysians can obtain a visa on arrival at Cairo International Airport. The fee is USD 25, payable in US dollars cash at the bank counter inside the airport before reaching the immigration queue.
Where exactly do I get the Egypt visa on arrival?
After landing at Cairo International Airport, before reaching the immigration counters, look for bank counters (usually Banque Misr or National Bank of Egypt) where you purchase a visa sticker for USD 25. The sticker is placed in your passport and you then proceed to the immigration queue to have your passport stamped.
Is Egypt halal-friendly for Malaysian Muslim travelers?
Yes. Egypt is a Muslim-majority country (approximately 90% Muslim) and halal food is the norm. Restaurants throughout Egypt serve halal food by default. The Adhan (call to prayer) is heard five times daily. During Ramadan, restaurants are closed during daylight hours but open after Iftar.
What are the must-visit sites in Egypt?
The Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Khan el-Khalili bazaar, Al-Azhar Mosque and Islamic Cairo, Luxor Temple and Karnak, the Valley of the Kings (Tutankhamun's tomb), Abu Simbel temples, and a Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan are all iconic Egyptian experiences.