VISA for EGYPT | 90 Days, 6 months, 30 Day Visa on Arrival, Renewals and Extensions | Egypt Vlog #44

[@jadjole4945]

I love all your videos, great information, told in a clear easy to follow and entertaining way, thank you 😊 A few years ago when I visited Egypt, I applied for a 3 months visa from the Egyptian embassy (consular section), I hold an EU passport. I was granted a visa that allowed me to stay in Egypt for 90 consecutive days .. meaning, I didn’t need to leave the country or renew the visa after 30 days. With the e-visa, I thought the rules may have changed. However, as I am planning on visiting Egypt again, I phoned the embassy and they assured me that they can still give me a single-entry tourist visa that would allow me to stay for 90 consecutive days. So, if you know that you’ll be staying in Egypt longer than 30 days, then phone the Egyptian embassy in your home country to see if they can give you a visa with a longer stay.

[@Gventures]

Really! Wow, that's interesting. Maybe it is different for Americans? I did ask them at the embassy and for me it was only for 30 consecutive days, I was told I was required to leave after that amount of time. Which is why I decided to just get the 30 day visa on arrival and extend once I was within the country. But thank you for sharing that information, that is really good to know for other travelers.

[@A11-t4e9u]

Very well done, G! Pretty much sufficient details for anyone seeking out such information for Visa and official regulations. You even had put more details about does and don'ts and all. Keep it up, amazing as always. 😎👌

[@Gventures]

Thanks so much! It's a pretty messy video with all the details and notes I wrote in there, but I would rather have too much information in a video than too little...😅

[@A11-t4e9u]

@@Gventures You're always welcome! 💜 Exactly, you know in Egypt there are always periodic updates about new regulations and documentations, they never get bored, they always come up with new instructions.😅😁

[@elsayedelshabrawy870]

Hello, I am your follower from Egypt. I love all your videos and your wonderful smile that never leaves you. Thank you for making us happy.  ❤

[@donpietrosavastano2642]

Thank you for your precision I have the impression to have designed the building. It's a pity that Egypt doesn't give a 1 year visa directly, it's complicated when you want to expatriate with your family

[@cherylromanowski7868]

Thank you so much!! I am going on Monday for my first time and your video is so helpful! Much appreciated!

[@Gventures]

Thank you! I'm glad this has been helpful, as it is quite disorganized in there and not great communication from staff to inform you where to go. But it's not so difficult, just messy 😅Best of luck, and don't forget to bring a pen! 😁😁

[@AdomakoAman]

This was great, looking forward to doing this on my next visit

[@deloisc9887]

Thank you truly helpful for my trip to Egypt in September

[@Gventures]

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[@dragasan]

Thanks so much! This was very helpful. It must be nice getting away from the US from time to time.

[@Gventures]

Actually I live in Egypt, and although I don't know how long I will stay living in Egypt, I know I will never return to live in the US. So yes, it's great! 😄

[@edwassermann8368]

Thanks! Super helpful and informative!!

[@Gventures]

Thank you, glad it has been helpful!

[@abdulkadiranshur6822]

Thank you very much, very helpful and useful information

[@machiavellian7490]

Thanks 🙏 very helpful info!

[@Gventures]

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

[@ahmedchawkitvmedia]

Thanks so much for your information ❤

[@maryam_harbawi]

Excellent information, 🎉

[@hybridinfodesk409]

Better than expected. Wen at 9:30-10:00am got out 11:20am. Extremely packed but they process Americans fast. We did have a rental agreement for a year. Don't know how long we will get but we asked for 2 years. It was quick.

[@Gventures]

Yes I expected a lot worse when I went the first time as well. Chaotic and nobody was very helpful in telling me where to begin the process, but once I finally figured that out it went quite quickly. Disorganized, but no surprise there. Not sure about Americans being processed faster than others, I saw people from other nationalities getting through just as quickly as me, but regardless it was a faster process than I ever expected it to be. Glad this video helped!

[@hybridinfodesk409]

@@Gventures Yes. your content was extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@mattyah3043]

@@hybridinfodesk409 hi did they give you the 2 years?

[@hybridinfodesk409]

@@mattyah3043 No my real-estate agent said you hire an attorney for that, doesn't cost much.

[@GaryaqaankaWeyn]

Thanks for the information

[@exanimo11]

Thanksfor the information in your video it was so helpful. My experience: I went on a Tuesday, took my paperwork, and got my ticket. I paid 1900 Egyptian pounds and was told to return in 2 days time. So on Thursday I arrived early and was told to go back at 4pm. Some blogs say that the office closes at 2pm and I was worried that I'd got l the time wrong. But there I am at 4pm, relieved to see that they were still open. It was incredibly busy. The numbers were being called and later a security man was calling out names and nationalities. After about 2 hours I heard British, and was so happy! I asked for 6 months and that's what I got. I only paid once, not on collection. It seems they stay open until everyone gets their passport back. Brilliant organised chaos! but they get it done so quickly, two days, it's amazing really. And there you are with your shiny new residency card

[@DocumentingReality-ol9es]

would you say it is possible that they lose passports?

[@travelmail1172]

Nice Star Trek font on the thumbnail :)

[@Gventures]

🤣 Thanks man

[@saphirevierge2031]

Awesome, thanks...

[@Omooze]

I enjoy watching your videos :D

[@Gventures]

Thanks Omooze! I'm happy you're enjoying watching them

[@kmflynn329]

G girl, your the best!

[@Gventures]

Dang K.F, thanks! I hope it answers any questions or doubts people have about the visa application process.

[@kmflynn329]

Yes. My folks went to Egypt and really liked it.

[@priscilakesleyos]

I love your video! Thank you so much for all the tips. I was just wondering when I can apply for the extension since 30 days is quite short. Would 2 weeks before the end of the 30 days be a good time?

[@Gventures]

That's a good question! They just recently changed things at the immigration office, and now when you go to apply it takes weeks! I waited a month after applying to receive my extension. They do give you a pink receipt which you can show to any officials that may ask that you did begin the process, but you can't go back and pick it up until 3-4 weeks have passed AFTER applying. It's ridiculous. And the issue with that is, during that time your SIM card stops working because your SIM stops working as soon as your visa expires, and the phone companies won't accept the pink slip to verify that you renewed, so you HAVE to wait to get the actual card back from the immigration office before you can update the phone company. Stupid. Anyway, yes you can go as soon as you want to renew your visa, Egypt doesn't care, just that you are paying. And if anyone asked why you were renewing so soon I would just tell them "I heard it takes a while to receive and I plan on traveling south for a while so I want to have it before I go" or something like that.

[@priscilakesleyos]

@@Gventures Oh gosh, that's crazy! Thank you so much for all the information! It is very helpful! I'll keep all that in mind.

[@CarlosCruz-vm3di]

Hello.... thank you very much for this information. Even I will have the 30 days entry visa... it is good to know about the extension. Have a nice day!!!!

[@Gventures]

Thanks Carlos! 🤩😁

[@CarlosCruz-vm3di]

@@Gventures de nada..Giselle..have a beautiful day

[@Gventures]

@@CarlosCruz-vm3di Tambien

[@timothysieboboehme7477]

Hi thank you for your video, I hope you can help me with this information, my surname has the special character "ö" do you know how to fill out the evisa application with this special character?

[@Gventures]

Dang, I really don't. Unless you have a Turkish keyboard...or maybe try yo copy and paste that letter from a Google search into the application? Like I just copy pasted from Google this Ö

[@amiscadev960]

Awesome video. Thank you for your content. I’m really looking to move to Cairo for at least a year & get an apartment. No work permit. Are residency permits possible at first or should I just get 30 day visa/evisa, then get the apartment, then get an extension renewal? Also I’m not fluent in Arabic will I be okay?

[@Gventures]

Not sure. I mean, if you are working then legally you should have some type of work permit or residency, something other than a tourist visa. Probably should figure out how you want to live here and what you plan to do, then start researching possible ways to do that. Many people that just want to experience Egypt for an extended period of time will get a tourist visa on arrival and extend it once here, it's probably the easiest way, if that is all you want to do. You don't need to know Arabic to come here, I knew nothing when I first arrived, but it does help to know the language, especially if you are looking to rent an apartment. If not, you should at least find a friend who can help you find one to rent, because not knowing any Arabic while looking for an apartment is difficult, frustrating and makes you susceptible to being ripped off. It's also not that easy to find an apartment, in my opinion. Not for lack of options, but because of the QUALITY of options. If you're rich then who cares, but if you have a limited budget, as I did and still do have, then it's harder. Because there are plenty of options but many not-very-nice options. Unfurnished cement hole in the walls, I viewed quite a few myself before finding one I fixed up and furnished myself. Also, many landlords want a year signed contract, which I guess if you plan to stay for a year then that's good. You need a rental contract to extend your visa, actually, which is something I failed to mention in this video.

[@amiscadev960]

@@Gventures You are so awesome. Thank you. I won’t be working, military service vet, just want to live at least 1 year, in furnished apartment in expat community. So sounds like the 30 day tourist visa then extend @ immigration/US Embassy is the plan. I will donate/buy you a coffee very soon

[@Gventures]

@@amiscadev960 Don't worry about donating, that's just there for people who have asked how they can. I'm happy with people just watching my videos and benefiting from them. Best of luck with your move!

[@annierose6197]

Thanks for info

[@Gventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@thelightvlogs6381]

Hold up you be there for 7 months 😔 I'm born in Brooklyn New York and my parents are from Egypt and i been there when i was 3 im 36 now and i just realized I'm good right where I'm at 🤭

[@Gventures]

9 months now 😁 Yeah some people have no desire to travel or visit Egypt. I used to live in NYC but I guess it just wasn't enough for me 😅 But Egypt and especially Cairo isn't for everyone, I get that. Different strokes for different folks

[@dannymcm26]

Hi this was a great video thank you for giving all the information. I had just a couple of questions though, when you arrived in Egypt did they ask you for your proof of exit flight or would you okay to just book the one way? Also I had a question about the visa extension, me and my partner will be going to Egypt very soon and we wanted to stay for example between three to six months. I am a British citizen with a British passport, and I have been to Egypt before and didn't have a problem with making extensions etc. Although my partner is travelling on a Colombian passport do you think this will be a problem for her to be able to get extensions ? thanks so much

[@Gventures]

No worries, thanks for watching! When I first arrived in Egypt they didn't ask me for any exit information, and I arrived with a one way ticket (unlike many places in Asia where they want to see your onward ticket). I got my visa on arrival and that was it, easy entry. I can't say for sure for the Colombian passport, although I don't think she will have a problem....? I do have a friend I made while here from Venezuela, and he extended his visa and received I think it was only like 2 or 3 months extension, even though he requested a year. But by the time he applied to extend he had already well over-stayed his visa, so who knows about that. But I think (at worst) your girl will just have to reapply for a visa extension again, if she isn't granted the same amount of time as you. If you walk up to the window together (they may ask you to step away, but it's not a bad idea to try) and they know you are together, she may be granted the same amount of time. I would try that. But really, in Egypt it isn't very hard to extend your visa (as I am sure you know, from experience). I doubt she would ever be denied, she may just be granted less time and have to reapply (and pay again) but that is the worst outcome I foresee happening.

[@dannymcm26]

@@Gventures that was a very helpful thank you !

[@Gventures]

@@dannymcm26 Fantastic, thank you! Glad I could help 😁

[@angelaangel1553]

Can you let me know is I can do this in hurghada. I googled the office, but I can’t find it. My friend said there is a location in Hurghada to extend.

[@Gventures]

Haha, did you really? I just googled it and immediately found it. maps.app.goo.gl/v8oRT8y2izgRhkYx5 The 1st article that came up alongside the destination (and why I think it's at the above location): www.livelifesidewayz.com/post/visa-egypt-how-to-extend-your-tourist-visa I'm not 100% sure that is where you extend, since I've only ever extended in Cairo, but it seems like it, according to the above article. If it isn't done there, I'm sure staff there could at least give you the correct address in Hurghada for where to extend your visa. I know you can definitely extend it in Hurghada. Let me know if that is the correct location, if you end up doing this 😅 Best of luck!

[@Lisa-yl8oi]

Thanks for this video, really helpful! I wanted to stay in egypt for 3 months so I was wondering if I get a tourist visa for 1 month upon arrival, can I apply for an extension the next day? or do they expect you to request to extend towards the end of the month? I ask this because my plan is to fly into Cairo and then take a flight to Aswan a few hours later. I wanted to explore Aswan and the surrounding areas the first month. Second month Luxor and Cairo and third month Dabab.

[@Lisa-yl8oi]

also one more question, if im able to request a visa the day I fly into Cairo, ill still have my luggage on me which will either be a carry on suitcase or a 35 L travel backpack. it'll have a camera and laptop in it. is this safe? you mention not bringing valuables or a camera and ill still have it all on me

[@Gventures]

That is a good question, I have never heard of anyone trying to extend the very next day or immediately after the received their first visa (on arrival or e-visa). However, I don't see why they would refuse extending it. Although it may be unusual, I'm sure they'll be happy to take your money and extend your visa, and your reason for extending so soon makes sense, because you will be in the south and working your way up and it's just easier that way. I don't think you would have a problem going to extend it right away. Can I ask, what is your nationality? Sometimes this can affect how much extra time they will grant you. And another tip, make sure to request a longer time than you would like, so if you want 3 months then ask for 6 months extension. It is always better to request more time than you would like because they usually grant you less time than you request. And I do not believe the cost is that much more from the 3 month extension to the 6 month extension. Also, you may really love Dahab and end up staying longer! EVERYONE does (except me, I love Cairo way more).

[@Lisa-yl8oi]

@@Gventures I can see how it would be a bit odd to request to extend right away. I have a Dutch nationality but was born in the United States and will be flying with me EU passport. And ill definitely request 6 months then! That was a really good tip! Ah yes I think I read the same thing about Dahab, I really look forward to visiting! Cairo also seems great, I was looking into dance classes there (belly dancing) because I noticed there aren't a lot of studios outside of Cairo

[@Gventures]

@@Lisa-yl8oi Ah yeah I think there will be no issue with extending it with those passports. Dahab seems to suck everybody in 😅It is a very beautiful and peaceful beach town, just a little too quiet for me to stay for an extended period of time. If you want and have time when you're in Cairo, hit me up and maybe we can grab some food or drinks while you're here 😊

[@Lisa-yl8oi]

@@Gventures Great to hear that:) I need some peace and quiet so hopefully it will do me well then! Will see how long i end up staying. And that sounds nice, i still have to figure out when ill be in Egypt and book my flight, but when i know i can comment back here

[@raeessaad2106]

Does this tourist residency allow you to travel in and out the country?

[@Gventures]

No, never. Tourist card is invalid the moment you leave Egypt.

[@TheSemirable]

You mentioned nothing about requiring rental contract what's your excperience with this?

[@Gventures]

When I made this video I had completely forgotten about the rental contract part as I had been living here for quite some time when I made the video, and they only ever ask you once for proof of accommodation. When I first renewed I was living at a hostel for several months, I simply asked the staff to give me a receipt with the length I had been staying there and an extra month ahead of time and they complied. That was enough evidence (at that time) to finish the paperwork and extend my visa.

[@mattyah3043]

Hi g girl, do you remember if you had to show Vax paperwork to enter the passport place in Abbaseya?

[@Gventures]

I've been there a total of 4 times, and 3 out of those 4 times they did not ask for any vax documents, one time they did. However the day they asked me for it I was just returning to pick up my passport and had a receipt so they waved me in. Honestly I wouldn't worry too much about it, almost nowhere in Egypt do they check anything or make you wear masks even, only there do they make you wear a mask. I actually have to go back there soon and I am not worrying about bringing any kind of vax paperwork, though I will just in case (but highly likely won't be asked). But if you happen to have something then it couldn't hurt to bring it.

[@mattyah3043]

@@Gventures ok thanks I actually been here before covid started and just now trying to renew my visa, I know a few months ago they said people couldn't enter gov buildings without Vax papers or pcr results, and groups on fb people(well women married to Egyptians) have said I would need it. I'm gonna try in Aug and find out haha inshallah. And you coming back to egypt? That's awesome, be prepared for these summer heat!!

[@Gventures]

@MattYah Oh you're in Egypt now? Well I don't think it should be an issue. Hmm that's weird that people were saying that on fb groups, my bf is Egyptian and save for my recent trip to Turkey for 3 weeks (I'm actually already back in Cairo! Just uploading videos I made in Turkey every few days-I have a lot of editing to do still and lots of footage so it looks like I'm still in Turkey even though I'm not 😅) I have been in Egypt since October of 2021. I went in May to renew for the second time, the first time applying for extension was in November. In May they asked me for vax documents but only upon returning to pick up my visa and passport, when I went to apply in May nobody was asking for anything, just when I returned a few days later for pickup. Honestly, if anyone were to give you issues getting in regarding vax documents, I would just say you're returning to pick up your visa and passport and if they ask for your receipt say you lost it or something. It shouldn't be a big deal though. And yes it is hot! Big difference form Turkey, that's for sure 😆 But when I left Cairo for Turkey it was actually like 43 here, so it was really hot for awhile and then the temperature dropped, thank god. While it is still hot, it's better than it was when I left (for now). Let's hope it doesn't get back up to the 40's for awhile....

[@aas8226]

Hi Do you know how meny times can you renew the visa?...

[@Gventures]

I don't. I suppose it depends on the immigration officer, if they want to allow your extension, they will. If they don't, they won't.

[@aas8226]

@@GventuresThanks for the quick response 🙂

[@IMINTELLIGENT-un9su]

Hello, I have heard that the duration of the VOA has been extended for more than 30 days recently , is this true?

[@Gventures]

No, I haven't heard of anything like that. I would be surprised if it was more than 30 days, most VOA around the world grant 30 days. If I find out it is true I will write back, but I don't think so

[@showkatkhan8461]

hi very helpful thank you, just want to know do they keep your original passport?

[@Gventures]

It depends. They have in the past kept it, but I just recently went to extend my visa and they did not keep it. However, this time they did tell me to return in 3 weeks to pick up my visa after I applied, which has never happened before. In the past they always told me to return after 4 days. So maybe something has changed, I'm not sure. It's always hard to say for sure what will happen at government offices, as things are always changing and the moods of the immigration officers I feel can affect certain aspects of your experience or results.

[@showkatkhan8461]

@@Gventures thank you very much,coming to Cairo on Wednesday wish me luck

[@Gventures]

@@showkatkhan8461 All the luck in the world! 😁🤩

[@daanyaalshakeel]

@@Gventureshi, we just applied for a visa extension too earlier today. They told us the exact same thing, to return in 3 weeks - however, they didn’t specify a day. Did you return on a Saturday or exactly 3 weeks from the day you applied?

[@Gventures]

@@daanyaalshakeel I did return exactly 3 weeks later from the date I was told to, but it still wasn't ready! After 3 weeks I went back to the office and they told me to come back in another week (so it took 4 months total) 🙄Which has never happened before, I always received my visa within 5 days until the last time I went to extend. They must have changed the system or something. I would still return in 3 weeks as they told you to and hope they have it ready. 🤞Just as long as the immigration office is open-check their hours before returning-they are open Saturdays for pick up but close earlier than normal. Fridays they are closed.

[@sarakisakye1663]

Hello I might be late yes bit my question is it possible to apply for marriage visa when you came to visit your husband in egypt with visit visa?

[@Gventures]

I'm really not sure about that. I would check government sites and online information so you have solid, accurate info

[@louintheworld]

Thank you so much for the info! Do you know if it's possible to go for an extension with an identity card instead of passport? I am french and know many people that went to egypt with the french identity card and got the visa on arrival, but i don't know any that got an extension..

[@Gventures]

Wow. I have no idea, I didn't even know the French could enter Egypt without a passport. Every time I have gone to the immigration office to extend they ask to see my passport and the visa stamp in there. I am not sure how it would work with a French ID card.

[@Gventures]

@@louintheworld No they have never contacted anyone at the embassy (that I am aware of). But I should inform you that the visa process has recently changed. Meaning: it used to be you apply, and then returning in 5 days to pick up your visa extension. Now, you apply, and they told me to come back in 3 weeks to pick up my visa extension! I have been hearing this from other people as well. So just be aware it doesn't seem to only take 5 days anymore, but 3-4 weeks. I recently applied, was told to return in 3 weeks to pick it up, so I returned after 3 weeks, and they told me it still wasn't ready and to come back in another week. So it actually took 4 weeks for me to get my visa extension the last time I applied (which was less than 3 months ago)

[@louintheworld]

@@Gventures thank you so much for the updated information!! Just wondering if you know if it's easy to find a flatmate in Cairo (for women)? I found the airbnbs quite expensive. And by any chance, did you see any oriental/ belly dancers there? I am coming for learning the dance and wondering how easy it is to find a teacher... Please don't feel pressured to answer all these questions, you already helped me a lot and I'm so grateful that I found your channel

[@Gventures]

@@louintheworld I don't think it's too difficult. I have never looked but a friend of mine has and seems to easily find rooms to rent in apartments with women only. I have never seen a belly dancing show, but I know they exist. It probably is not that difficult to find classes for belly dancing. I go to a gym and they offer belly dancing classes once a week, that just comes with the gym membership, so I am sure they have classes being offered somewhere, I just haven't looked into it.

[@louintheworld]

@@Gventures thank you so much for your help, that's a lot 🤗! Many blessings for you ✨

[@bituoxsurveyor]

Thanks alot🫡🫡🫡🫡

[@nootherlikev2489]

I was given a 2 month visa extension in addition to the original tourist 30 day visa. I also got a residency card. I might want to stay longer without leaving Egypt. Is the process the same to get another tourist visa extension?

[@Gventures]

Yep! Exactly the same process. I've done it 3 or 4 times already 😁Best of luck!

[@IslamAiUrdu]

I have applied for evisa for 90 days now currently im in Egypt i want to extend for more 15 days what is the procedure how can i extend it how much it will cost for me🙃

[@Gventures]

15 days is nothing, I don't know. I wouldn't even bother extending for just 15 extra days, it might cost you more to extend vs. just paying a fine/fee on the way out of Egypt at the airport

[@hybridinfodesk409]

You leave your passport with them? You said you pick up your passport with the extension. And, where do you get photocopies?

[@Gventures]

Yes you leave your passport with them the 1st day and return to pick it up the next time. I asked the hostel I was staying in to print me photocopies, but there are also photocopy places in Cairo if your hostel or hotel won't do that for you (they should, it's simple, they are doing it all the time for their work).

[@hybridinfodesk409]

@@Gventures Is that why you need photocopies for identity purposes? Where do you get photocopies?

[@hybridinfodesk409]

@@Gventures Thanks for the reply!

[@Gventures]

@@hybridinfodesk409 No problem! ☺ Thanks for watching ❤

[@Gventures]

@@hybridinfodesk409 I'm not exactly sure why they need the photocopies, I am assuming for paperwork, processing and records. I stayed at Holy Sheet Hostel in downtown and the receptionist printed photocopies of what I needed there. There are also various places to print things if you need them, for example Xerox (techno print shop), located in Dokki. But I'm sure there are also places in downtown Cairo

[@rayfrancisco4941]

Hi, im just wondering if a Filipino like me possible to get a visa on arrival. Your answer would be a great help. Thanks

[@Gventures]

Hi Ray, thanks for watching my video! Unfortunately I do not know if the Philippines are included on the list of countries that are able to receive a visa on arrival. If I were you I would do a quick google search and see if this is possible, and if not, perhaps the e-visa is possible. Sorry I don't have more answers for you

[@rayfrancisco4941]

@@Gventures thanks for the quick response.

[@Gventures]

@@rayfrancisco4941 No worries! Best of luck

[@kimyng8449]

Hello, I heard that Egypt is no longer offer Visa on Arrival starting on Jan 2024, is that true?

[@Gventures]

I have not heard that, I don't believe it either

[@kimyng8449]

@@Gventures thank you for your prompt response, is there a way you can confirm it? 😋😍

[@Gventures]

@@kimyng8449 I don't know any officials or people at the airport, so not really. Unless I left and came back inside the country myself, but I don't have any upcoming trips outside of the country. But my bf works in tourism and he knows nothing about it either. I don't think that's true, it doesn't make sense why Egypt would do that, they want tourists to come, and the easier it is for tourists to come, the better. There have recently been sites online claiming Americans couldn't get the VOA anymore, but it's bullshit. Anyway, if you feel more comfortable applying for e-visa, it's a pretty simple process.

[@kimyng8449]

@@Gventures that’s right, thanks again and have happy 2024. Take care

[@nootherlikev2489]

How soon should I try to renew my visa? A day before it expires or can I go earlier?

[@Gventures]

You can go a day or even a few days earlier if you want. You can also go a few days after and probably not have an issue; I know many people who went late. Although, me being me, I prefer to go a day or two before my visa expires.

[@nootherlikev2489]

Thank u

[@Gventures]

@@nootherlikev2489 No worries! 😊Best of luck!

[@Exy-ie3wd8]

Mind if I ask you how many languages do you speak?

[@Gventures]

Just two, English and Spanish. And to be honest I could really use with some brushing up on my Spanish, it's been a while since I last used it. I am learning Arabic, but am barely able to speak it so I don't count that 😅I know various words or phrases in Hindi, French and Italian, but not much and haven't spoken those languages in a long time. So just two 😆

[@Exy-ie3wd8]

@Gventures 😆that is really funny. How likely are you to be Mexican ?

[@Gventures]

@@Exy-ie3wd8 Very unlikely. Half Argentine though

[@monkey9332]

I been in egypt for 6 months and i have not renewed my visa, am i in trouble or can i still get a extension

[@Gventures]

You can apply for an extension, but you'll pay a late fee Watch this more updated video about extending your visa kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJmchISvnahgbJY

[@monkey9332]

Thanks, how much is the late fees and where can i find some great pizza from@@Gventures

[@monkey9332]

Thanks for the help. Do you know how much the fine will be, also where can i find some good pizza im from cali @@Gventures

[@Gventures]

@@monkey9332 No idea what the fine would be, never overstayed. I made a video about Italian Pizza kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5OQfoWued6XoLc

[@kennedychibesakunda1498]

Do they sell the stamps for visa application?

[@Gventures]

Sell the stamps...? I'm not sure what you mean. When you apply, pay and get approved, then you get your stamp.

[@kennedychibesakunda1498]

@@Gventures I remember when I used to live there we were given small stamps and placed on the forms.A lot of things have really changed in Egypt.Thanks for the info.

[@Kammymo23]

Is this information still valid? I've heard some people say they were asked for proof of rental agreement or housing contract

[@Gventures]

Yes they ask for that, but it's not as strict as you might think. When I went I showed a receipt and a paper signed by the hostel I was staying in for 2 months, with proof that I had paid and was staying for another month there. I think it will depend on the immigration officer, to be honest. But if you stay at an airbnb for a while or can get someone to write something for you proving you're going to be sticking around for a while, it might work.

[@Kammymo23]

@Gventures ok, im staying w a friend who is renting a place so I won't have a residence at least for another month. Will I be good if I provide that address if they do ask?

[@Gventures]

@@Kammymo23 Maybe. I honestly don't know much, I did it once a long time ago and then they never asked for it again so I can't really remember. They're gonna wanna see something with your name on it though and some kind of proof or receipt of payment

[@princesspetal15]

Would the visa be the same price for a baby do you know? 🤔

[@Gventures]

A baby? Hmm, I have no idea. I have never been asked that before, sorry!

[@amdol]

Under 16 don't need a visa

[@The_Neurodivergent_Nomad]

Is another 30 day visa extension or 3mo visa cheaper?

[@Gventures]

What 3 month visa?

[@The_Neurodivergent_Nomad]

@Gventures lol oh my bad hahah 😅

[@Gventures]

@@The_Neurodivergent_Nomad 😆

[@khurramshehzad3582]

Hi 👋 I have just Like & subscribe 🙂 the channel I really appreciate the content everything is explained in detailed. I guess I have to visit Egypt Soon. BIG FIVE LUV 💖😘 U TC GOD BLESS

[@evavy]

Hello. I am in Cambodia and I plan to visit Egypt on Nov and I want know visa on Arrival is still available?

[@Gventures]

Hi Eva! Yes the Visa on Arrival is definitely still available, I just took a quick trip to Turkey and then returned to Egypt in July and got another Visa on Arrival. The cost is $25 USD and you just need to make sure you have US dollars, Euros or British Pounds to pay that fee, as those are the only currencies they accept for the visa (don't accept card payments). The Visa on Arrival will grant you 30 days inside the country before you must leave. However, the Visa on Arrival is limited to 74 countries, and I am not sure where you are from, but you can check those countries on this link here: www.egyptonlinevisa.com/visa-on-arrival/ Best of luck!

[@evavy]

Do we need Any document for apply visa on arrival?

[@Gventures]

@@evavy No, just your passport and the money in the correct currency. I usually bring passport sized photos with me when crossing borders or entering new countries because they sometimes tell me I need one, but passport sized photos are not needed for Egypt visa on arrival.

[@evavy]

@@Gventures thanks for your sharing information 🙏🙏

[@Gventures]

@@evavy No problem! If you have time and want to meet when you're here, send a message! 😊

[@عليادم-ز8ط]

Can you renew online

[@Gventures]

No

[@hybridinfodesk409]

Where is the address for the visa office under the video?

[@Gventures]

I didn't put the address in the video description. But it's on google like I did mention in the video: General Administration of Passports, Immigration and Nationality. Only one comes up when you look it up on Google maps 😅

[@hybridinfodesk409]

@@Gventures Thanks I found it. Got in and out fast. Pick mines up tomorrow. They gave me an extension before I applied for the residency. Love the treatment Americans get here.

[@annierose6197]

Id rather do it at airport

[@Gventures]

Yes I agree, that's what I always do, visa on arrival.

[@JosephDurkin-er3sq]

Will i go to prison if i overstay my vesa a few years

[@Gventures]

A few years?! I have no idea mate, but I would not recommend that. Just request to extend, it's not that hard!

[@miguelangellopezmunoz4934]

Hello, the visa is only for one entry. If I leave the country and return in the same week, do I have to buy another visa? thank you

[@Gventures]

Yes you would need to buy another one if you left and came in again. Multiple entry visa can be purchase online as an e-visa if you are planning to exit and re-enter the country. Visa on arrival is only single entry

[@adfil5747]

Thanks for all your videos... Please be Nice and humble with locals. Why don't you teach english for free while you're there...

[@Gventures]

Please be nice and humble with the locals!? If you watch any of my videos you'll know I am🧐🤔. Unfortunately I can't teach English for free as I am not very rich and need to earn a living myself or I won't be able to stay in Egypt. I'm also very busy with recording and editing videos for my channel, teaching English online, spending time with my Egyptian boyfriend, trying to learn Arabic and just overall life. If I had a lot of money and didn't need to worry about how to pay rent and eat in the future I would love to volunteer my time, but if I don't charge people to teach them English I would have a problem quite quickly.

[@exanimo11]

Hello, great video. Just a quick question.. How long before your month visa expires should you go to the office to extend it? Edit: make that two quick questions.. Do you have to have a contract for a flat, or prove where you're living?

[@Gventures]

To renew your visa I would go maybe 3-4 days before it expires. But I know people have also gone a few days AFTER it expired and had no problem, although I recommend going a few days before, just to be safe. And they do ask you to provide an address when filling out the form, but I just provided the hostel I was staying at. They don't really check where you are staying or ask many questions about that, so just put down any hotel and that will be enough.

[@exanimo11]

@@Gventures Thank you so much! 😘

[@exanimo11]

I did it! My experience: I went on a Tuesday, took my paperwork, and got my ticket. I paid 1900 Egyptian pounds and was told to return in 2 days time. So on Thursday I arrived early and was told to go back at 4pm. Some blogs say that the office closes at 2pm and I was worried that I'd got l the time wrong. But there I am at 4pm, relieved to see that they were still open. It was incredibly busy. The numbers were being called and later a security man was calling out names and nationalities. After about 2 hours I heard British, and was so happy! I asked for 6 months and that's what I got. I only paid once, not on collection. It seems they stay open until everyone gets their passport back. Brilliant organised chaos! but they get it done so quickly, two days, it's amazing really. And there you are with your shiny new residency card

[@Gventures]

@@exanimo11 Haha, awesome!!! Congratulations!!!

[@exanimo11]

@@Gventures 😘