Do Israelis need a visa for Egypt (Sinai)?
Visa on arrival
For the Sinai coast (Taba to Sharm) — a free entry permit at the Taba border allows up to 14 days, no visa. Traveling beyond Sinai (Cairo, Luxor) requires a full visa in advance.
Permitted stay: Sinai permit: up to 14 days; beyond that a visa is required
Follow your foreign ministry's travel advisories for Sinai before any trip.
Rules last checked: July 2026
Entry rules change frequently and the final decision always rests with border authorities. Always verify with an official source close to your travel date.