Introduction

The Egyptian Ministry of the Interior has announced the introduction of a new multiple-entry visa for foreigners valid for 5 years, allowing the holder to stay for 90 days in a single trip at a cost of US$700.

Expert Opinion

Egyptian tourism expert Mohamed Farouk, head of the Egyptian Chamber of Tourism Companies’ E-Tourism and Arab Committee, said the new multiple-entry visa allows inbound tourism to Egypt, especially as this type of visa helps create a sort of bond with the client. or a visitor to Egypt as a diverse tourist destination, be it cultural, beach, leisure, conference or medical tourism.

Benefits for Visitors

Farouk added in an exclusive statement to RT that the new visa allows a client or visitor to spend a longer period in Egypt, especially since Egypt offers a unique unique product that is unparalleled in the world, such as Luxor, which is considered an open museum of ancient antiquities.

He pointed out that Egypt is working on the development of archaeological sites, whether it is historical Cairo, Fatimid Cairo, Christian and Islamic religious tourism, and the Holy Family’s journey, noting that all this is in order to present a historical and cultural product in a modern and contemporary form.

Cost of the Visa

The head of the Committee of Electronic and Arab Tourism of the Chamber of Tourism Companies explained that the amount of 700 US dollars is very appropriate compared to other countries, pointing out that a single entry visa to Saudi Arabia is 440 US dollars, explaining that the amount is very appropriate in exchange for the provided service, as the visitor will receive an Egyptian visa with a passport while traveling, allowing him to visit multiple times.

He mentioned that the entry visa to Turkey for Egyptians is $210 for one visit only and not for multiple visits as the Egyptian multiple entry visa did.

Online Visa Option

He added that the Egyptian options are varied, as a visitor or tourist can get a visa online for one visit and receive a visa within 5 minutes, explaining that the “online” visa has facilitated the arrival of a large number of tourists in Egypt. especially markets in India and Pakistan.North Africa.

Benefits for Conferences and Investors

Farouk noted that the multiple-entry visa greatly contributes to the expansion of participation in conferences held by Egypt, and is also a good opportunity for investors to come to Egypt more than once to follow their plans and projects.

Conclusion

The head of the Committee for Electronic and Arab Tourism under the Chamber of Tourism Companies confirmed that the Egyptian state places in front of the visitor or tourist all goods for any purpose, and he has the right to choose what constitutes an object to visit Egypt.

Source: RT