How to get a San Marino visa from Egypt
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Egyptian passport holders travelling to San Marino.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to San Marino.
Business visa
Processing time15 working days
Validity90 days
Tourist visa
Processing time15 working days
Validity90 days
Application requirements
Documents Egyptian applicants need to provide.
- Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Travel itinerary.
- San Marino currently does not have an embassy in Egypt, Egyptians can get their visas from the nearest country.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- Applicants of this visa are those traveling to San Marino for the purpose of sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation.
- If you have been invited to the country by a friend or relative living in the country, you can apply for this visa.
- A letter of invitation from your host in the country is required. The letter must state the relationship between you and your host.
- Foreigners in San Marino on the Tourist Visa can attend festivals and events taking place in the country.
- Applicants of this visa should provide a letter from their employers. The letter should state awareness of the applicant’s leave.
- Underage children applying for this visa are required to provide a copy of their birth certificate. If they are traveling with one or none of their parents, a letter of consent signed by both their parents is required.
- Holders of this visa are not allowed to engage in business activities during their time in the country.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee should be provided.
Business visa
- This visa is issued to business travelers visiting San Marino with the intention of engaging in business activities.
- This visa type allows you to attend trade fairs, conferences and business seminars relating to your professional activities.
- Business travelers can negotiate and sign business contracts with their partners in the country.
- An official invitation letter from the company you will be meeting with in San Marino should be provided.
- The letter must state who will bear the costs of the applicant’s finances in the country.
- A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt should be provided. The letter must state the duration and purpose of the applicant’s visit.
- Proof of previous trade relations between the inviting and sponsoring company should be provided, if any.
- Foreigners are required to present a document which indicates that they have the incentive of returning to their country at the expiry of the visa.
- Applicants of this visa should note that they cannot engage in other activities than the ones declared.
Frequently asked questions
Is San Marino worth visiting
San Marino is definitely worth visiting. The country is built on top of a mountain and the landscape is a thing of beauty.
Is San Marino tax free
San Marino is considered to be tax-free because you don’t have to pay the 22% VAT that you have to pay in Italy.
Do I need a visa for San Marino
Yes, all Egyptians who intend visiting San Marino require a visa to gain entry into the country.
Is my visa fee refunded in case my application is rejected
No, the fee paid for visa application is non-refundable.
How long does it take to process a San Marino visa
It takes about 15 days for the visa application to be processed.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest San Marino visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.