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Result · EG → GB · tourism
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Egyptian passport holders require a Standard Visitor visa for the UK, obtained through consular application. Processing typically takes 15–30 days with standard service.
Documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond stay
- Completed visa application form (VAF1)
- Passport-sized photographs (35×45mm)
- Proof of financial means (bank statements, 3–6 months)
- Return flight booking or itinerary
- Accommodation proof (hotel booking or letter from host)
- Employer letter confirming leave (if employed)
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Tuberculosis screening certificate (if applicable)
- Biometric enrolment appointment confirmation
Logistics
- Processing
- 15–30 days
- Fee (USD)
- $115–$145
- Validity
- 180 days
- Official portal
- www.gov.uk
Common pitfalls
- Insufficient proof of financial means
- Vague or inconsistent travel itinerary
- Weak employment verification or no return-to-work confirmation
- Missing or poor-quality biometric photos
- No clear accommodation bookings
- Passport expiry within 6 months of intended departure
Warnings
- Biometric appointment may have a queue; book early
- UK visa rules changed post-Brexit; third-country nationals now require Standard Visitor visas
- Processing times vary by visa application centre in Egypt; Cairo is typically faster than regional centres
Last reviewed: 2026-06-04 · advisory only · always confirm with the embassy
