There is an Egyptian visa for Belgian citizens, which allows Belgian passport holders to visit Egypt for business or pleasure any time of the year. Applying for an Egyptian visa online is easy if you know how to go about it.
This article contains all the necessary information, including the application requirements for an Egyptian visa.
Egypt e Visa
Egypt operates an e visa program for short-term visitors. The current visa system grants visa waivers to citizens of 74 countries. This system is an online visa application format where interested visitors can fill out an application form online. E visas are mainly issued to tourists who wish to travel to Egypt to enjoy the country's historical monuments and side attractions.
The main purpose of the E visa for Belgian citizens is to streamline the visa application process so visitors can visit the country at short notice and without stress. Applicants don't have to visit the Egyptian embassy in Brussels unless they want to apply for a conventional visa that will qualify them for an extended stay in the country.
They can complete the application form using their smartphones and submit it for approval.
But if the purpose of the trip is not for leisure or family visits but for employment or other long-term commitments, then an e visa is not the appropriate travel document to apply for; only a conventional visa issued by the Egyptian embassy will suffice.
How To Apply For an Egypt e Visa
Note that an e-visa does not require handling physical documents as everything is done online. You don't have to mail documents to the Egyptian authorities physically; the application is done online. You only have to scan and upload the required documents online and wait for approval after submitting the form.
Here are the types of e-visa you can apply for as a Belgian citizen.
Tourist E Visa
This is an electronic visa issued to tourists. A single entry tourist visa allows a 30-day stay valid for 90 days, and a multiple entry version allows a 30-day stay valid for 180 days. This visa takes 7 days to process
Requirements
A valid Belgian Passport
Passport copy. A Scanned copy of the passport bio page
Test: A negative COVID-19 test taken at least 72 hours before boarding the flight.
Tourist Visa
This one is similar to the e-visa but is also for tourists but with slight differences. It is valid for 90 days and allows the holder to stay in Egypt for up to 30 days.
Egypt visa requirements
Passport: An original Belgian passport with 2 blank visa pages and at least 6 months of validity. Passport validity is calculated from the arrival date
Photograph: Two passport photographs taken on white background in the last 6 months.
Itinerary: Evidence of a return flight ticket and a detailed trip itinerary showing the applicant's name.
Negative COVID-19 test results
Business Visa
This one is for Belgians visiting Egypt for business-related activities. The applicant must tick the business as the purpose of the visit. This visa is of two types; the single and multiple entry evisa for business
Requirements
Passport: A Valid Belgian Passport with at least 6 months validity and two blank pages.
Photograph: 3 passport photographs taken in white backgrounds. The photograph may be taken with your smartphone or a saved photo uploaded in the photography field.
Itinerary: Evidence of a round-trip ticket and a detailed trip itinerary with the applicant's name boldly displayed.
Support Letter: A business support letter sent to the applicant by the Egyptian company or entity stating the nature of the trip, desired validity, and the specific purpose of the visit.
Introduction Letter: The introduction letter issued by the employer or the organization inviting the applicant to Egypt
Bank Statement: A bank statement of 6 months showing proof of funds to cover the applicant's living expenses.
How To Pay The Egypt e Visa Application Fee
Applicants who wish to apply for an e-visa must pay the visa application fee before completing the application process. A credit or debit card is required to expedite the visa fee payment. You can use a Master or Visa Card, but ensure it contains sufficient funds to cover the cost.
After completing the process and submitting the application form, the authorities will review and approve your application if your request is accepted. The e-visa will be forwarded to your email address. Please print it out and bring a copy with you on your trip. Applications only take 4-11 days to approve.
To apply for an Egypt visa for Belgian citizens, log onto VisaHQ to fill out and submit the application form.