The Sydney Consulate says it cannot currently issue visas because of a technical issue. Australian passport holders can obtain a single-entry visa on arrival for up to 30 days, or use the e-Visa portal; the Melbourne Consulate is suggested for help.
Where to apply in Australia
Consulate-General of Egypt in Sydney (Level 6, 33 York Street), serving Egyptian citizens in NSW, Queensland and the Northern Territory; the Consulate-General in Melbourne handles other states. Embassy in Canberra also exists. Details below come from the Sydney site.
Visa categories A (Australian and most passports), B (people of Egyptian origin, parents and spouses) and C (listed nationalities, pre-approval needed).
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Egypt.
How to apply
Obtain the visa on arrival at an Egyptian airport or seaport with return flight confirmation | or apply on the e-Visa portal visa2egypt.gov.eg
Documents you need
- Return flight confirmation (visa on arrival)
Fees and processing time
The official pages do not publish a fee for this service. Ask the office before you apply.
Good to know
Fees not published on the pages read; page shows no date.
Official sources
- egyptconsulatesydney.com/en/visa-main
- egyptconsulatesydney.com/visa-category-a
- egyptconsulatesydney.com/en/citizen-services
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Egypt's official channels, last checked on 25 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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