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Egyptian passport holders require a Schengen visa for tourism in Germany. This must be obtained through the German consulate in Egypt before travel; there is no visa-on-arrival or eVisa option.
Documents
- Passport valid >6 months beyond stay
- Completed visa application form (Form 110-2015/2)
- Recent colour photograph (35×45mm)
- Travel itinerary
- Hotel/accommodation booking
- Flight reservations (round-trip)
- Proof of financial means (bank statements, min. €2,000–3,000)
- Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)
- Employment letter or proof of leave
- Proof of ties to Egypt (property deed, family documents)
- Police clearance certificate
- Visa application fee receipt
Logistics
- Processing
- 15–30 days
- Fee (USD)
- $75–$90
- Validity
- 90 days
- Official portal
- www.auswaertiges-amt.de
Common pitfalls
- Insufficient proof of financial means
- Weak ties to home country (risk of overstay assessment)
- Incomplete or incorrectly filled application
- Insurance not meeting Schengen minimums
- No hotel/flight confirmations
- Passport validity <6 months at application
- Missing or invalid police clearance
Warnings
- German consulate in Egypt (Cairo, Alexandria) processes all applications; no fast-track eVisa available
- Processing times may exceed 30 days during peak seasons
- Personal interview may be required
Last reviewed: 2026-07-21 · advisory only · always confirm with the embassy