Egypt electronic visa (eVisa) for Costa Rican citizens

To enter Egypt, Costa Ricans need to obtain an electronic visa or a visa upon arrival at the Egyptian airport.

What are the types of eVisas to Egypt for Costa Ricans?

1. Single entry eVisa is issued for a 30-day stay in the country and is valid for three months (90 days) from the date of issue. The applicant can visit Egypt once during the validity period for both tourist and business purposes;

2. Multiple entry (multi visa) eVisa is issued for a 30-day stay. It expires six months after the date of issue. The applicant can enter Egypt at any time during this period and stay there for up to 30 days. The number of entries and exits during the specified six-month validity period of this visa is unlimited.

It is worth noting that eVisa is only available to citizens who apply for an Egyptian e-Visa in advance (at least 7 days before the trip) and is not available as a function of the visa upon arrival.

Exceptions: An Egyptian online visa is not required for visitors from the US, EU or UK traveling to (and staying in) Sharm El Sheikh, Dahab, Nuweiba or Taba. In this case, the corresponding stamp “SINAI ONLY” will be affixed, and accordingly, no visa fee is required. Sinai Only is a special regime for tourists staying in the Sinai Peninsula. In fact, it is a visa-free entry to Egypt with two restrictions:

- You can stay for free only on the Sinai Peninsula;

- a free stay with a Sinai stamp lasts no more than 15 days (14 nights) from the date of entry. If this rule is violated, tourists will be fined 1,053 Egyptian pounds.

The procedure for visa-free entry to Egypt:

1. When filling out the migration card, indicate “Sinai Only” on the back of it.

2. Without buying an entry stamp, go straight to the border control.

3. When handing your passport to the border guard, say “Sinai Only, please”.

4. In case of refusal, politely but insistently demand visa-free entry.

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What are the requirements for filling out an eVisa application for Costa Rican citizens?

The Egyptian government sets certain requirements for all Egyptian eVisa applicants. These requirements must be met before completing the online eVisa application. They include:

- a valid passport that must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Egypt;

- several blank pages (preferably two) for entry/exit stamps;

- a valid e-mail address;

- a valid credit or debit card;

- application for an electronic visa to Egypt

What is the procedure for filling out the eVisa application for Costa Ricans?

1. To start applying for an Egyptian eVisa, you will need to fill out an online application with details such as name, date of birth, address, phone number, travel dates, and passport details.
2. Applicants will also need to answer questions regarding their medical history and criminal records. Travelers should make sure that all the information they provide on the form is accurate, otherwise they risk interrupting their travel plans due to processing delays or visa denials.
3. You need to pay the processing fee with a valid debit/credit card to submit your Egyptian eVisa application. Before submitting the application, travelers will have the opportunity to review the information they have entered into the form to ensure that it is accurate.
4. When you have applied for an Egyptian eVisa, you can expect to receive your eVisa via email within 3 business days of submitting your application. Travelers are required to take a printed copy of the eVisa with them when traveling to present to Egyptian authorities upon arrival at the Egyptian port of entry.
5. When traveling to Egypt, you must have a copy of your Egyptian eVisa with you. The maximum length of stay allowed for the traveler, as well as the number of entries allowed for the traveler to visit, will be indicated in the traveler's e-visa

List of documents required to enter Egypt with an eVisa for Costa Rican citizens:

- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Egypt

- printout of the e-visa

- travel itinerary

- supporting documents, such as a letter from the company or an invitation for business

- hotel reservation confirmation

Visa on arrival in Egypt for Costa Rican citizens

To enter Egypt, you can apply for a visa upon arrival directly at the airport.

What documents should a traveler prepare on arrival in Egypt from Costa Rica?

Upon arrival, Egyptian immigration officers will ask for the following documents

- a passport valid for at least six months after the date of arrival;

- a printed copy of the e-visa;

- travel itinerary;

- a cover letter, such as a letter from the company if it is a business visit or invitation letters for family visits;

- hotel reservations/details about the places to be visited, if a tourist trip is planned.

Turkish citizens can obtain a visa upon arrival if they are 45 years old or older. Persons over 18 years of age and holding a residence permit from Australia, Canada, the EU, or the United States can also apply for a visa upon arrival in Egypt. Sudanese nationals can apply for a visa if they have a residence permit from Australia, Canada, an EU country or the United States.

What is the procedure for obtaining a visa to Egypt on arrival for Costa Ricans?

1. Obtain a migration card.

2. Fill it out in English.

3. In the VISA window, buy an entry stamp.

4. Go through passport control without pasting the stamp.

5. Give the passport with the card and stamp to the border guard.

6. After that, the border guard officer checks the documents and the absence of prohibitions on entry into Egypt, affixes the stamp, marks the border crossing and allows entry into the country.

The main difference between an e-Visa to Egypt and a visa to Egypt on arrival is that the latter is available only as a single entry visa valid for a 30-day permanent stay. Those who wish to enter and leave Egypt at different times during the 180-day period must apply for a multiple entry e-Visa for Egypt before traveling.

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What is visa sponsorship for Egypt?

Sponsorship for a visa to Egypt is required if the applicant cannot cover his or her own expenses for educational or tourist purposes during the stay. The sponsor can be a parent, brother, sister, other relatives or a friend. However, it will increase the chances of obtaining a visa if the sponsor is a relative of the first line of succession or has a permanent residence permit or citizenship in Egypt.

Required documents from the sponsor:

- an invitation letter with details of accommodation if the sponsor is a resident or citizen of Egypt. The confirmation letter should clearly indicate the relationship with the applicant, how and what expenses will be covered by the sponsor, as well as contact details of both the applicant and the sponsor;

- a scanned copy of the identity card or passport of both the applicant and the sponsor;

- proof of sufficient funds, such as bank statements or paychecks;

- Proof of ownership or title to the company, if any.

Visa sponsorship for Egypt can also be provided to legal entities or individuals for long-term and short-term stays for business or cultural purposes.

Separately, it should be noted that Egypt's visa policy stipulates that all foreigners entering the country (except for EU and US citizens) must register with the police within a week of arrival in Egypt. However, hotels can help foreigners in this matter. If the traveler is not staying at a hotel, he or she should take care not to forget about this formality.

What are the peculiarities of visa processing, depending on the region of travel to Egypt?

Tourists who plan to visit the Red Sea provinces (Hurghada, Marsa El Alam, El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, Makadi Bay, Soma Bay and Safaga) must apply for a visa upon arrival and pay a fee of $25.

What are the peculiarities of traveling with minors?

Minors can be indicated in the visa application form of the adult (adult) persons traveling with them. They do not need to obtain an additional tourist visa to Egypt.