Egyptian visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Japanese 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 Japanese citizens to enter Egypt for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Egypt e-visa for Japanese citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Egypt visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Eligible | |
Egypt tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese 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 Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Egypt nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Egypt in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 49 minutes)
Egypt visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Egypt diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Egypt from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 828,750 | N/A |
| 2009 | 803,004 | -3.11% |
| 2010 | 947,037 | 17.94% |
| 2011 | 640,098 | -32.41% |
| 2012 | 754,610 | 17.89% |
| 2013 | 618,328 | -18.06% |
| 2014 | 648,947 | 4.95% |
| 2015 | 615,969 | -5.08% |
| 2016 | 354,389 | -42.47% |
| 2017 | 549,782 | 55.14% |
| 2018 | 754,610 | 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 & Japan comparison
Egypt's area is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 2.75 times smaller than Egypt.
As of May 2024, Egypt's population is ~110.3 million people - 14,683,190 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Egypt & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Egypt | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 110,275,553 | 124,958,743 | 14.7 million fewer people live in Egypt than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 131 | 247 | Egypt has 116 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 16 | 142 | Egypt passport holders visit 126 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 159 | 421 | Egyptian hosts 262 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Egypt in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Egypt in 2018 was approximately 754,610.
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