Egyptian visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho 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 Lesotho citizens to enter Egypt for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Egypt e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Egypt visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
Egypt tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho 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 Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Egypt nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 427.86 kilometers (265.86 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
- Maputo: The Embassy of in Maputo, ~ 588.21 kilometers (365.50 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now).
Egypt visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Egypt diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Egypt from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,353 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,311 | -3.10% |
| 2010 | 1,546 | 17.93% |
| 2011 | 1,045 | -32.41% |
| 2012 | 1,232 | 17.89% |
| 2013 | 1,009 | -18.10% |
| 2014 | 1,059 | 4.96% |
| 2015 | 1,005 | -5.10% |
| 2016 | 578 | -42.49% |
| 2017 | 897 | 55.19% |
| 2018 | 1,232 | 37.35% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Egypt & Lesotho comparison
Egypt's area is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 33.02 times smaller than Egypt.
As of October 2025, Egypt's population is ~112.3 million people - 110,032,903 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Egypt & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Egypt | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 112,260,841 | 2,227,938 | 110.0 million more people live in Egypt than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 131 | 14 | Egypt has 117 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 16 | 48 | Egypt passport holders visit 32 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 159 | 7 | Egyptian hosts 152 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Egypt in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Egypt in 2018 was approximately 1,232.
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Useful Information
- Cairo to Maseru: 5648.90 km (3510.06 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 46 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025