Egyptian Visa... HELP PLEASE!!?

Question

Ok, me and a friend are going to a trip in egypt. He is colombian and has both, a colombian and a german passport (his grandfather is german), I know i need a visa for egypt because i just have the colombian passport, but does he need a visa to egypt if he has a german passport??

Answer 1

No he does not need to apply in advance if he goes there as a tourist on his German passport up to 60 days. He will obtain a visa at the border/airport. However, if you are coming via land directly from Israel you will not be allowed in without a visa in advance for longer than 14 days.

Answer 2

Who requires a visa?

Either a tourist or a student visa may be required, depending on length of study and nationality.

Tourist visas for Egypt can often be obtained upon arrival in Egypt, for citizens of most countries (It is highly recommended to confirm visa particulars with the appropriate consulate, however).

However, citizens of the following countries are required to be in possession of a pre-arrival visa: Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Chechnya, Croatia, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz, Lebanon, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Moldavia, Montenegro, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, The Philippines, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Sri-Lanka, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan and all African countries.

Egyptian consulates do not issue student visas; application for a student visa (if required) is made after entering Egypt with a tourist or entry visa.

Citizens of the following countries do not require a visa:

a) nationals of Kuwait, who are allocated a six months' residence permit upon arrival;

b) Palestinians holding an Egyptian residence card, provided the stay outside Egypt does not exceed six months;

c) nationals of Bahrain, Djibouti, Guinea, Jordan (only with a passport with at least five years' validity), Libya, Oman, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen for stays of up to three months;

d) nationals of Malaysia for stays of up to 15 days;

e) those continuing their journey to a third country within 24 hours, provided holding confirmed tickets.

f) Cruise ship passengers entering Egypt at any port for a maximum stay of 3 days.

For current visa information, please contact the nearest consulate.

What documents will be required?

Passport (passport must have at least 6 months validity remaining)

Completed application form

1 recent passport-type photograph (2in. X 2in.)

Copy of airline tickets or itinerary

Please contact the nearest Egyptian Consulate for further

information on what documentation may be required for you to enter Egypt.

Time required to issue visa:

Although tourist visas are issued on-arrival in Egypt in many cases, Egyptian authorities strongly recommend inquiry at the local Consulate for specific information.

What is the cost of a visa?

aprox. US$15-$91, depending on nationality.

Business visas are cheaper for Canadian nationals. Nationals of the USA pay a standard rate of £12 for visas of any type. South African nationals obtain visas free of charge.

Payment of fees is in cash or by postal order only; cheques will not be accepted. Processing fees for other nationals vary considerably; check with the appropriate Consulate (or Consular section of Embassy) for costs of visas. Visa fees are per passport, not per person.

How long is the visa valid for?

Tourist visas: 30-180 days

Student visas: Varies

Other information:

Extensions to a tourist visa are possible; enquire at your local consulate for details.

Visitors from all countries except Canada, the EU and the USA must register with the police within a week of arrival in Egypt, although this service is usually undertaken by the hotel.

Answer 3

Yes, he will need a visa, regardless of which passport he uses.  He may either obtain a visa from the nearest Egyptian embassy/consulate, or request a visa upon arrival at the airport.