New entry rules for Egypt: what Kazakhstanis need to know
Tengrinews.kz – From October 1, 2025, new entry rules for Kazakhstan citizens traveling to Egypt came into effect. The changes were reported both through official airline announcements and traveler experiences.
Blogger Ahmad Helmi shared his experience:
"An unusual situation happened today. I was about to fly from Egypt and at the check-in desk, they told me: do you know, there’s a new law for Kazakhstan? From October 1, all Kazakh residents need a visa before flying to Egypt. It must be obtained in advance. Because of this, I couldn’t board my flight. Guys, if you’re flying to Egypt, keep this in mind."
@ahmad_helmi
♬ original sound - Ahmad Helmi
What has changed
FlyArystan clarified that rules for tourists on charter flights included in hotel packages remain unchanged.
"All trips will proceed as usual, without the need for a visa. Passengers of FlyArystan can plan their vacations in Sharm El-Sheikh just as conveniently as before," the airline stated.
However, for other categories of travelers, a visa is required. A single-entry tourist visa costs $25 (about 13,500 tenge), while a multiple-entry visa costs $60 (around 33,000 tenge). Visas must be obtained in advance via the consulate or online services.
From October 1, 2025, citizens under 21 years old are not allowed to travel independently to Sharm El-Sheikh. Entry is permitted only with parents or close relatives. If traveling with a grandparent or sibling over 21, a notarized consent is required, which can be provided in Russian. Travelers must carry a passport and birth certificate. The passport should be valid for at least six months from the arrival date.
Upon entering Egypt:
Travelers may bring up to $10,000 (or equivalent in other currency) with mandatory declaration.
Up to 5,000 Egyptian pounds in local currency is allowed.
Seeds, plants, and seedlings are prohibited and will be confiscated and destroyed.
Upon leaving Egypt:
Export of more than $10,000 is prohibited.
Drugs, weapons, and electronic devices beyond personal use are forbidden.
From Sharm El-Sheikh, it is prohibited to export meat, dairy, eggs, seeds, drones, binoculars, and other devices that could be classified as “spy equipment.”
Food safety tips
Tourists are advised to be cautious with food choices. In Sharm El-Sheikh, it is better to avoid raw or undercooked meat, shellfish, and fresh salads prepared outside hotels. It is safer to eat in hotel restaurants and on cruise ships.
Kazakhstanis should check travel conditions in advance: package tourists do not need a visa, while independent travelers must obtain it beforehand. Age restrictions and rules for currency and goods import/export should also be considered.
Blogger Ahmad Helmi shared his experience:
"An unusual situation happened today. I was about to fly from Egypt and at the check-in desk, they told me: do you know, there’s a new law for Kazakhstan? From October 1, all Kazakh residents need a visa before flying to Egypt. It must be obtained in advance. Because of this, I couldn’t board my flight. Guys, if you’re flying to Egypt, keep this in mind."
@ahmad_helmi
♬ original sound - Ahmad Helmi
What has changed
FlyArystan clarified that rules for tourists on charter flights included in hotel packages remain unchanged.
"All trips will proceed as usual, without the need for a visa. Passengers of FlyArystan can plan their vacations in Sharm El-Sheikh just as conveniently as before," the airline stated.
However, for other categories of travelers, a visa is required. A single-entry tourist visa costs $25 (about 13,500 tenge), while a multiple-entry visa costs $60 (around 33,000 tenge). Visas must be obtained in advance via the consulate or online services.
From October 1, 2025, citizens under 21 years old are not allowed to travel independently to Sharm El-Sheikh. Entry is permitted only with parents or close relatives. If traveling with a grandparent or sibling over 21, a notarized consent is required, which can be provided in Russian. Travelers must carry a passport and birth certificate. The passport should be valid for at least six months from the arrival date.
Upon entering Egypt:
Travelers may bring up to $10,000 (or equivalent in other currency) with mandatory declaration.
Up to 5,000 Egyptian pounds in local currency is allowed.
Seeds, plants, and seedlings are prohibited and will be confiscated and destroyed.
Upon leaving Egypt:
Export of more than $10,000 is prohibited.
Drugs, weapons, and electronic devices beyond personal use are forbidden.
From Sharm El-Sheikh, it is prohibited to export meat, dairy, eggs, seeds, drones, binoculars, and other devices that could be classified as “spy equipment.”
Food safety tips
Tourists are advised to be cautious with food choices. In Sharm El-Sheikh, it is better to avoid raw or undercooked meat, shellfish, and fresh salads prepared outside hotels. It is safer to eat in hotel restaurants and on cruise ships.
Kazakhstanis should check travel conditions in advance: package tourists do not need a visa, while independent travelers must obtain it beforehand. Age restrictions and rules for currency and goods import/export should also be considered.