Basic Travel Requirements for Laotians visiting
Egypt
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Egyptian Visa.
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- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have two blank pages for visa stamps.
- Duly
completed and signed Egyptian visa application form. - Two
recent passport photographs taken against a white background and 2×2
inches in size. - Travel
document. - Proof
of financial means to cover the duration of stay in Egypt. - Proof
of accommodation. - Copy
of return flight tickets. - A
document stating the applicant’s purpose and duration of travel. - Copy
of travel itinerary. - If
the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form. - If
the applicant is a minor, A consent letter from the applicant’s parents or legal guardian is required. - A
police report stating that the applicant is not convicted of any criminal offense. - A
certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
Egypt Visa for Laotians
Facts about Egypt
Egypt is a country which is very rich in history and culture. Egypt is known to have a lot of pyramids with most of them being tombs for the Egyptian pharaohs. The pyramids found at Giza are considered to be the most popular pyramids in Egypt. The largest pyramid is the ‘Pyramid of Khufu’ at Giza, it is the only one of the seven wonders of the world which still exists. Tourists in the country can visit museums to see ancient Egyptian antiquities or take a ride through the safari on a camel’s back or a jeep. Whatever you want to do during your time in Egypt, it definitely is great fun.
The tourism industry in Egypt is a leading aspect to the economic growth in Egypt. In 2010, Egypt played host to 14.7 million tourists and contributed more than 11%of the country’s GDP. From then on, the number of tourist visits in the country has been on the rise and it is expected to keep rising for the foreseeable future.
Travelers into Egypt are not allowed to enter or leave Egypt with more than $10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. People caught in any homosexual act are subject to 10 years imprisonment. Avoid drinking alcohol in public places, you could be arrested if seen doing so. The Egyptian government is not against the practice of Christianity but trying to convert someone to the Christian faith is illegal.
Types of Egypt Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 10 Working Days | 90 Days |
| Student visa | 6 Weeks | 6 Months and above |
| Work visa | 10 Working days | More than 30 days |
General Requirements for Egypt Visa
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- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have two blank pages for visa stamps.
- Duly
completed and signed Egyptian visa application form. - Two
recent passport photographs taken against a white background and 2×2
inches in size. - Travel
document. - Proof
of financial means to cover the duration of stay in Egypt. - Proof
of accommodation. - Copy
of return flight tickets. - A
document stating the applicant’s purpose and duration of travel. - Copy
of travel itinerary. - If
the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form. - If
the applicant is a minor, A consent letter from the applicant’s parents or legal guardian is required. - A
police report stating that the applicant is not convicted of any criminal offense. - A
certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
Egypt Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Egyptian tourist visa is a visa issued to Laotians who intend to visit Egypt for vacation, visitation, sightseeing or recreational purposes.
- A passport with at least three months validity remaining after departure from Egypt and two blank pages for visa stamps is required.
- A completely filled and signed tourist visa application form.
- Two identical and recently taken passport photographs, 2×2 inches in size.
- A properly signed and stamped bank statement collected from the bank not less than 14 days ago to show proof of financial status.
- A copy of your medical travel insurance certificate that will be valid for your duration of stay in Egypt.
- Copy of hotel reservation voucher.
- Applicants who wish to stay with a friend or relative in Egypt are required to submit a cover letter showing the full information of the host, the relationship between them, the residential address and contact details of the host.
- A copy of your flight reservation showing your entry and exit plans while visiting the country.
- A letter written by your employer stating that you are a staff of the company to show proof of employment in your home country.
- The letter should contain your current job position in the country and the number of days you will be away from work.
- Self-employed applicants are required to show their business certificate of incorporation and other business registration documents.
- Marriage certificate or birth certificate to show proof of social ties to your home country.
- An invitation letter from a friend or relative in Egypt.
- Property documents such as Car ownership papers or landed property documents.
Egypt Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Egyptian student visa is a visa issued to foreigners who intend to stay in Egypt for the purpose of study.
- Laotians who want to study in Egypt can only get a student visa on arrival in Egypt. You can apply for a student visa then upgrade it to a tourist visa upon your arrival in Egypt.
- A passport valid for six months and at least two blank pages for visa stamps.
- A signed and duly completed Egyptian student visa application form.
- Two recently taken passport photographs taken against a white background.
- Travel insurance.
- A recent bank statement to show proof of financial status to cover expenses that may be incurred while studying in Egypt.
- Sponsored applicants are required to submit their sponsor’s bank statement with sworn affidavit of support.
- Proof of return ticket or travel itinerary.
- Proof of accommodation or hotel reservation in Egypt.
- Admission letter from an accredited learning institution in Egypt.
- Medical result stating that the applicant is free from any communicable or contagious disease.
- Police record attesting that the applicant is free from any criminal record.
- A cover letter from the school in Egypt to the immigration department indicating the applicant’s year of admission and duration of study.
- Copies of the applicant parent passport.
- Foreigners in Egypt on a student visa are not allowed to work with the visa.
Egypt Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Egyptian work visa is a visa issued to qualified and experienced foreigners who wish to study in Egypt.
- A valid passport with a valid Egyptian residential status is required.
- Foreigners who wish to work in Egypt must obtain a work permit.
- Seven recently taken passport photographs must be provided.
- Two copies of your employer’s incorporation contract is required.
- Two copies of your Tax ID card obtained from the right authority.
- Two copies of your academic qualifications such as your academic degrees or professional qualifications. it can also be a letter of reference from your past employer.
- A memorandum from your employer stating reasons why it is necessary to employ you for the vacant job position instead of employing an experienced Egyptian.
- A copy of the commercial register from your employer.
- Original and photocopies of licenses required for practicing your profession.
- A medical report stating that you are free of HIV/AIDs or any other contagious diseases.
- A letter from your employer stating he will sponsor your work permit.
- A letter of approval from Egypt’s state security service showing you are not a threat to national security or public safety.
- A letter of approval from the authorities of your related profession.
Egypt Visa Fees
Tourist visa
25.00 (USD)
Student visa
25.00 (USD)
Work visa
25.00 (USD)
Egypt Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Laos
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There is no embassy or consulate of Egypt in Laos. Laotians who intend to visit Egypt can apply at the Egyptian embassy or consulate in a nearby country.
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