Lesotho visa requirements for Egyptians

Travel and visa requirements

Lesotho Visa is not required for Egyptians

Stay Duration: 14 days

Entry Requirements

  • Egypt citizens can travel to Lesotho by applying for an electronic visa for a stay up to 14 days.
  • Egyptians are expected to provide a passport that is valid within the duration of stay.
  • Visitors are required to leave at least one blank page of their passport for entry stamp.
  • Yellow Fever vaccination certification will be requested from Egypt citizens entering Lesotho.
  • There are no restrictions on the possession of currency on entry or at the exit from Lesotho.
  • In Lesotho, the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Lesotho uses South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2) hence there is no time difference between Lesotho and Egypt.
  • The estimated flight time from Cairo, Egypt to Lesotho is 8 hours, 42 minutes.
  • Transportation within Lesotho can be done either by driving or using public transport such as coaches or minibus taxis.
  • Because Lesotho is within South Africa, its roadways are linked with those of South Africa this also means that Lesotho has no seaports or harbours of its own.
  • Lesotho adopts both the South African rand and the Lesotho loti.
  • Sotho and English are the official languages of Lesotho, and the former is the national and most widely spoken language in the country.
  • Christianity is more popularly practiced followed with Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Baha'i.
  • Lesotho's food culture features potato, seafood, rice and vegetables.
  • Lesotho is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to go to Lesotho?

Lesotho is generally considered a safe country to travel to. However, even though it has served as a safe haven, Lesotho also has its issues with both petty and violent crimes, illnesses and poverty.

What is Lesotho known for?

The Kingdom of Lesotho is a small landlocked country within South Africa, known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.

Are there mosquitoes in Lesotho?

Lesotho has no mosquitoes and thus no malaria.

Are there health centres in Lesotho?

There are several general hospitals in Lesotho, as well as two specialist hospitals and a privately run military hospital. Lesotho health services are delivered across primary, secondary and tertiary levels. In total, there are 286 health facilities across the country: 265 primary health care centres, 20 general district hospitals and a tertiary referral hospital, Queen Mamohato Memorial Hospital (QMMH) located in Maseru.