Egypt Visa On Arrival and Okay To Board From Nigeria

Follow this step-by-step guide to apply for an Egypt visa on arrival through Egypt Okay-To-Board or clearance. Additionally, you will learn how to obtain your visa sticker in Nigeria.

If you own a Nigerian passport, you will need to either apply for an Egypt visa at the embassy in Abuja or get a what we call Okay to Board so that you can get the visa on arrival (VOA).

How to Apply for an Egypt Visa on Arrival from Nigeria – VOA

To obtain a visa on arrival in Egypt, you must first secure an Egyptian security clearance called the “Okay-To-Board” if you do not have a valid visa from the United States, the United Kingdom, or the Schengen Area.

If you hold a valid visa from one of the countries mentioned above and have used it to travel to the country that issued the visa, you can enter Egypt without needing an Egypt-Okay-To-Board. Upon your arrival in Egypt, you will receive a visa and need to pay a $25 fee at the port of entry.

Documents Required for the Egypt Okay-To-Board

1. International Passport Data Page: A valid copy of your data page, valid for at least six months, will be required. The physical passport is not required until your arrival in Egypt, where Egyptian Immigration will request it to affix your Egyptian visa sticker.
2. Flight ticket: A valid EgyptAir or Ethiopian Airlines flight ticket is required to complete the Egypt Okay-To-Board process. Tickets from other airlines will not be accepted.

Typically, an Egypt Okay-To-Board is issued by Egyptian immigration within 2 to 7 business days, provided there are no security concerns, no overstays, or criminal records.

The Egypt Okay-To-Board is not issued as a sticker visa. Instead, it consists of a brief list that includes your name, flight number, and route, and, in some cases, details of other passengers.

What is the Next Step After Egypt’s Approval to Board?

Arrive on your scheduled travel date as indicated by your security clearance, known as the okay-to-board. Head to the check-in counter with your documents, including your international passport, flight ticket, and security clearance confirmation, to complete your check-in process.

When arriving in Egypt, head to the immigration counter for check-in. Present your passport and your sticker visa, which you can purchase at the airport. Immigration officers do not sell the sticker visa themselves; instead, they will direct you to where to obtain it.

Countries Eligible for Egyptian Visa on Arrival with Security Clearance (Okay To Board)

If your nationality appears on the list above, feel free to reach out to us for help with your Egypt visa application.

The cost of the Egypt Okay to Board varies depending on the applicant’s nationality for the visa.

How to Apply for Egypt sticker visa from Nigeria

To apply for the Egypt sticker visa in Nigeria before your trip, visit the embassy in Abuja for in-person submission. Once approved, you can travel with any airline, including Egypt Air, Ethiopian Airlines, or others.

What documents are required for an Egypt sticker visa in Nigeria?

• International passport: You must submit a physical copy of your passport, which should be valid for at least six months, for your application.
• Bank statement: Submit a recent 6-month bank statement with your supporting documents for your application.
• Flight booking: Proof of return flight ticket displaying the applicant’s details.
• Accommodation: Proof of a hotel reservation or other accommodation must be provided for the Egypt visa application.
• Introduction letter: A letter from your company, addressed to the Egyptian embassy, is also required for the Egyptian sticker visa.
• Visa fee: A $100 cash fee is payable at the embassy. Holders of diplomatic, official passports, or a UN Laissez-Passer are exempt from the Egypt visa fee.
• Passport photograph: Two passport-sized photographs are required for the visa application process.
• Copies of visas: If your passport contains visas, it is advisable to make copies of all and include them with your supporting documents.
• Yellow fever vaccination card: Include a copy of your yellow fever vaccination card with your visa application.

Applicants traveling for business or medical reasons must include a letter from Egypt with their visa application.

What is the processing time for an Egyptian visa sticker?

The processing time for a visa application at the embassy depends on the applicant’s nationality and the passport type submitted. Generally, the embassy takes around 15 working days to finalize each visa decision.

Where is the Egyptian embassy in Nigeria located?

At present, you can only submit your Egypt visa application at the Egyptian embassy in Abuja. Their address is listed below:

Plot 340, Diplomatic Drive, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory.

What is the difference between the Egypt Tourist Visa, the Egypt Business visa and the Medical visa?

Egypt Tourist Visa: The Egypt tourist visa allows you to enter the country for tourism. Your purpose is to take a vacation and visit tourist attractions in different cities, if you wish.

Egypt Business Visa: As mentioned earlier, if you are visiting for business, you will need an invitation letter from your host in Egypt. This type of visa allows you to attend business meetings, conferences, seminars, and events, as well as short courses. It also permits you to visit tourist attractions in Egypt, shop, and see family and friends.

Egypt Medical Visa: For medical purposes, a letter from an Egyptian hospital and a referral letter from a recognised hospital in Nigeria are mandatory. The letters must detail the applicant’s diagnosis and any previous treatment. The hospital’s address and phone number must be included in the letter. You can also use a medical visa to visit as a tourist.

How to apply for Egypt e-visa online without visiting the embassy

To apply for an Egypt e-visa online, you must be from one of the countries eligible for the e-visa. Applicants will receive their visas electronically after decisions have been made.

You can only apply for a tourist visa online. The applicant can choose either a single- or multiple-entry visa when applying online.

What documents are required to apply for the Egypt E-visa online?

• Passport data page: A copy of your passport data page needs to be uploaded to the website.
• Host details: You will need to input your accommodation or hotel details when applying on the Egypt website.
• Visa fees: You can either pay $25 for a single-entry visa or $60 for a multiple-entry visa.
• To apply
• Website: You must apply through the website of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

Currently, Nigerian passport holders cannot apply through this website. They need to apply either at the embassy or through the Egypt Okay To Board (Security Clearance) process, which allows them to get a visa on arrival.

Below is a list of countries eligible to apply for the Egypt e-Visa online:

Egypt Transit visa

A transit visa permits a traveler to stay in a country for a few hours or days when it is not their final destination.

If your transit or layover is under 24 hours and you stay within the airport, you don’t need a transit visa.

If your layover is 24 hours or more, you must apply for an Egypt transit visa in advance before you land at any Egyptian airport.

Is it possible for a traveller to extend their Egypt visa?

Travellers of any nationality, including Nigerians, can extend their visas while in Egypt by visiting the Egyptian Immigration office. Travellers aged 14 or younger from certain African countries, such as Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia, are exempt from requiring an Egypt visa.

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