Egypt to Simplify Visa Process for Canadian Tourists
By Staff
Posted September 24, 2024 2:05 pm
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Cumbersome Visa Process Set to End for Canadian Tourists
Canada says Egypt will soon stop requiring cumbersome visas for Canadian tourists nearly a year after Cairo imposed the measure on Canadian passport holders.
Last October, Egypt suspended Canadians’ ability to get a visa online or upon arriving in Egypt, which cost roughly $35 for a single person.
Since then Canadians have been paying $150 and mailing in an application form, passport and itinerary to get a visa.
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Egyptian officials told media that it imposed the more arduous process after Canada made it harder for Egyptian citizens to obtain visas, though The Canadian Press could not confirm these reports.
Global Affairs Canada says Egypt’s foreign minister Badr Abdelatty told Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly in a meeting on Monday that Canadians will soon be able to use the streamlined process again.
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Egypt’s embassy in Ottawa did not immediately respond to a request to confirm the change and when it would apply.
Canada’s readout of the Monday meeting states that both ministers discussed “the possibility of waiving the requirement of prior-entry visas for Canadian citizens travelling to Egypt.
“Minister Abdelatty agreed that Egypt will take this step very soon, and it will be announced in due time,” the readout states.
Conclusion
The simplification of the visa process is expected to make it easier for Canadian tourists to travel to Egypt, which should boost tourism and economic relations between the two countries.
FAQs
Q: What is the current visa requirement for Canadian tourists traveling to Egypt?
A: Since last October, Canadian tourists have been required to apply for a visa through the Egyptian embassy in Ottawa or a third-party service, which costs $150 per person.
Q: Will the new process be similar to the old one?
A: Yes, according to Global Affairs Canada, the new process will be similar to the old one, allowing Canadian tourists to apply for a visa online or upon arrival in Egypt.
Q: When is the new process expected to take effect?
A: The exact date of implementation is not yet confirmed, but Egypt’s foreign minister has agreed that the new process will take effect soon.
Q: Will I need to make any changes to my travel plans?
A: If you are planning to travel to Egypt, it’s recommended to check with your travel provider or the Egyptian embassy for the latest information on the visa process.