The Egyptian government has just taken an important step regarding visas for Canadian citizens wishing to visit Egypt. This is the case, from October 1, 2023, it will no longer be possible for Canadians to apply for and obtain an e-Visa to travel to Pharaonic lands.
Why this measure?
The Egyptian Embassy in Ottawa recently informed us that Canadians will no longer be able to apply for an e-Visa as of October 1, 2023. This decision is part of a series of new directives issued by the Egyptian government to tighten the regulation of entry into the country.
What should I do if I have already obtained an e-Visa before this date?
According to the Egyptian Embassy in OttawaAll e-Visas issued before October 1, 2023 will remain valid until their expiry date.. So there's no need to worry for those who have already obtained their e-Visa and are planning to travel to Egypt in the coming months.
New visa application processes
A new visa application procedure will be introduced from October 1, 2023. Applications will have to be submitted directly to the relevant Egyptian authorities, and a new visa application form will be available on that date.
- New forms : A new visa application form will go online on October 1, 2023.
- Apply in person : To obtain a visa for Egypt, Canadians must go to the Egyptian Embassy or use an approved visa service.
Why take this information into account?
Canadian travellers already planning to visit Egypt need to adapt to the new visa requirements. In addition to the extra time it will take to apply via the new system, it is important to anticipate visa fees and processing times, which are different from those for e-Visa.
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