Egypt Visa from Thailand
eVisa, Visa on Arrival, Sinai-only, Business, Student (Al-Azhar/AUC), Work + Iqama, GAFI Investor, and the new Golden Residence (USD 300k) — with MOFA legalization for study and marriage documents.
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Short visits are usually simple, while work and investment residence involve the employer or company registration in Egypt. Keep passport details and company documents consistent across every translation. Fees, visa-free rules and processing times change often, so confirm the current figures with the embassy or official portal before you apply. We prepare and translate documents; we do not guarantee a decision.
Categories
| Category | Use | Fee | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|
| eVisa (Tourist) | Full country access, official portal | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 90d validity, 30d stay |
| Visa on Arrival | Cairo, Hurghada, Sharm airports | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 30d single |
| Sinai-Only Permit | Sharm/Dahab/Nuweiba/Taba only | Free | 15d |
| Business | Meetings, GAFI liaison | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 3–6 mo multi |
| Student | Al-Azhar/AUC/Cairo Uni | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 1 yr renewable |
| Work + Iqama | Ministry of Manpower + Mogamma | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 1 yr renewable |
| Investor (GAFI) | LLC EGP 50k+ director | Corporate + residence | 1–3 yr renewable |
| Golden Residence | USD 300k cash / 250k business | Investment-linked | 5 yr renewable |
Document legalization we handle
- Al-Azhar scholarship packet: transcripts + degree + religious endorsement, MOFA Thailand + Egyptian Embassy legalized.
- Marriage certificate + birth certs: DOPA + translation + MOFA Thailand + Egyptian Embassy — required for family residence.
- Company documents (GAFI LLC formation): DBD certificate + translation + MOFA + Egyptian Embassy attestation.
- Police clearance from Royal Thai Police + translation + MOFA + Egyptian Embassy — mandatory for Work and Investor residence.
FAQ
- Do Thai passport holders need a visa for Egypt?
- Yes. Three options: (1) eVisa at visa2egypt.gov.eg — USD 25 single / USD 60 multi, 90d validity, 30d stay, issued 5–7 wd. (2) Visa on Arrival at Cairo/Hurghada/Sharm el-Sheikh — USD 25 sticker, single-entry 30d. (3) Sinai-Only permit (free, 15d) for Sharm/Dahab/Nuweiba/Taba — no Nile Valley access.
- Work visa & residence?
- Employer files work permit (تصريح عمل) at Ministry of Manpower, then residence visa (إقامة) at Mogamma el-Tahrir (Cairo). Salary criteria: minimum USD 400/mo for skilled foreign worker. 1-yr renewable, tied to sponsor. Foreign employees capped at 10 % of workforce per company (some sectors 25 %). Egyptianization laws restrict certain professions (law, tour guiding, pharmacy retail).
- Business & investor visa?
- Business visa: single/multi-entry via Egyptian Embassy Bangkok (Ekamai) — USD 60–200, 3–6 months. Investor: GAFI (General Authority for Investment) LLC with capital EGP 50,000+ qualifies director for renewable residence. Golden Residence (2023): USD 300k cash deposit, USD 200k real estate, or USD 250k business investment → 5-year residence, path to citizenship (USD 250k non-refundable donation gives Egyptian passport in 6–9 months).
- Student visa?
- Study visa via Egyptian Embassy after acceptance from Al-Azhar, Cairo University, AUC, or GUC. Al-Azhar Islamic studies scholarships very popular with Thai Muslim students — full tuition + stipend. Documents: acceptance letter, transcripts (MOFA + Egyptian Embassy legalized), medical HIV test, police clearance.
- Family reunification?
- Egyptian spouse can sponsor foreign wife/husband + minor children for residence. Marriage must be registered at Ministry of Justice + attested by Egyptian Embassy in Thailand. 1-yr residence renewable, citizenship after 5 yr of marriage (foreign wife of Egyptian) or naturalization route otherwise.
- Timeline & our service?
- Fees depend on the documents, destination and urgency. Send your documents for a written quote after review — no prices are published. Any government or embassy fees are set by the authority; verify them directly before filing.
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Official sources — visa & work permit
The information on this page follows the official sources below. Always check the latest version before you file.
- Immigration Bureau — visas, 90-day reporting, TM.30— Immigration Bureau
- Thai e-Visa Official Portal— MFA Thailand
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)— Immigration Bureau
- Department of Employment — work permits for foreigners— Department of Employment
- Board of Investment (BOI) / LTR Visa— Thailand Board of Investment
- Department of Consular Affairs — document legalisation— Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the DTV and who realistically qualifies?
- The Destination Thailand Visa is a five-year multiple-entry visa allowing stays of up to 180 days per entry, extendable once per entry by a further 180 days at an immigration office. It targets remote workers employed or contracted outside Thailand, freelancers with foreign clients, and participants in Thai soft-power activities such as Muay Thai training, cooking courses or medical treatment, and it requires evidence of the amount set by the authority (check the current notice) in available funds.
- How is the LTR visa different from the DTV?
- The Long-Term Resident visa is a ten-year visa administered by the Board of Investment for wealthy global citizens, wealthy pensioners, work-from-Thailand professionals and highly skilled professionals, and it bundles a digital work permit, a flat 17% personal income tax rate for the skilled-professional category and annual instead of 90-day reporting. The DTV is cheaper and faster but grants no work permit for Thai-sourced work and no tax privileges.
- Can I work in Thailand on a tourist or DTV visa?
- No — any work performed inside Thailand requires a work permit or an equivalent digital work authorization, regardless of where the employer or client is located. The DTV is intended for work delivered to foreign employers and clients; taking on Thai clients or a Thai employer requires switching to a Non-B or LTR pathway with proper authorization.
- What most often causes a Schengen or UK visa refusal from Thailand?
- The dominant causes are weak evidence of ties to Thailand, bank statements that show a sudden unexplained deposit shortly before filing, inconsistencies between the application form and supporting documents, insufficient or non-compliant travel insurance, and an itinerary that does not match the stated purpose. Refusals are recorded, so a re-application must directly address the refusal ground rather than simply resubmit the same file.
