Egyptian visa for German citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for German passport holders visiting Egypt for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For German citizens to enter Egypt for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Egypt e-visa for German citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Egypt visa on arrival for German citizens | Eligible | |
Egypt tourist visa requirements:
- Holding German passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Egypt.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Egypt.
If you are looking for Egypt visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Germany, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Egypt nearest your place of residence.
- Berlin: The Embassy of Egypt in Berlin, Germany (Working hours: Close now)
- Hamburg: The Consulate General of Egypt in Hamburg, Germany (Working hours: Close now)
- Frankfurt: The Consulate General of Egypt in Frankfurt, Germany (Working hours: Close now)
Egypt visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Egypt diplomatic mission offices to Germany for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Germany traveling to Egypt from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Germany) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 397,161 | N/A |
| 2009 | 384,822 | -3.11% |
| 2010 | 453,847 | 17.94% |
| 2011 | 306,753 | -32.41% |
| 2012 | 361,631 | 17.89% |
| 2013 | 296,320 | -18.06% |
| 2014 | 310,994 | 4.95% |
| 2015 | 295,190 | -5.08% |
| 2016 | 169,833 | -42.47% |
| 2017 | 263,471 | 55.14% |
| 2018 | 361,631 | 37.26% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Egypt & Germany comparison
Egypt's area is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi), while the area of Germany is approximately 348,560 km2 (134,579 sq mi). This means Germany is 2.88 times smaller than Egypt.
As of May 2024, Egypt's population is ~110.3 million people - 25,419,177 more people than the population of Germany.
We have highlighted Egypt & Germany’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Egypt | Germany | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 110,275,553 | 84,856,376 | 25.4 million more people live in Egypt than Germany |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 131 | 227 | Egypt has 96 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Germany. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 16 | 145 | Egypt passport holders visit 129 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 159 | 593 | Egyptian hosts 434 fewer foreign missions than Germany. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Germany travel to Egypt in one year?
The number of visitors from Germany visiting Egypt in 2018 was approximately 361,631.
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