العربية• Residency Portal
A short stay for visiting purposes
Tourist residency is intended for those in Egypt to visit or travel for a limited period. It does not permit work or commercial activity, so it matters to know when it is enough and when your situation calls for a different type of residency.
• When does this route fit?
- Foreign nationals who entered Egypt on a tourist visa and wish to extend their stay.
- Visitors staying with family or relatives in Egypt for a period.
- Those assessing settlement or investment options before deciding.
- Those whose permitted stay is about to end.
• What our support covers
How we handle the file
- Reviewing your entry status and permitted length of stay.
- Assessing whether tourist residency fits the purpose of your stay.
- Preparing and following up the tourist residency or extension file.
- Moving to another type of residency when your reason for staying changes.
• Documents
Documents usually requested
- A valid passport.
- The entry visa or other proof of lawful entry.
- Proof of accommodation in Egypt.
- Recent personal photographs.
Required documents vary by case, by the competent authority and by the time of filing. We confirm the final list after reviewing your case.
• Common pitfalls
What can delay an application?
Overstaying the permitted period before applying.
Relying on tourist residency to work or run a business.
Lacking clear proof of accommodation in Egypt.
Delaying a change of residency type after your reason for staying changes.
• FAQ
Questions we often hear on this route
Does tourist residency allow me to work in Egypt?
No. Working in Egypt requires a work permit and a residency linked to it.
Can tourist residency be converted to another type?
This may be possible where there is a reason and documents for the new type, such as work, investment or marriage. We review each case individually.
How long is tourist residency?
The competent authority sets it according to nationality and the instructions in force at the time of application, and we review it for each case.
• Related routes
Your file may also involve
• Your next step
Staying in Egypt on a tourist visa?
Answer a few short questions about your situation. Our team reviews your request and contacts you about the next step.
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