Egypt visa requirements for Malians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Malians visiting Egypt

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Egyptian Visa.

  • Duly completed visa application form.
  • Original Malian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Egypt.
  • Two passport-size color photographs that meet the visa photo specification.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Non-Malians are required to present a valid resident permit.
  • Relevant documents proving home ties are necessary to show that the applicant has intentions to leave Mali.
  • For minors, a notarized copy of their birth certificate, as well as a notarized letter of authorization from both parents consenting to travel to Egypt, is needed.
  • Proof of financial sustenance.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • It is recommended to provide a cover letter stating the purpose and duration of the trip.
  • To study in Egypt, you must first apply for a tourist visa and on entry go on to process your study visa application.
  • Holders of onward tickets can transit for a maximum time of 48 hours.
  • Leaving the airport is permitted for passengers with transit time between 6 and 48 hours. Passengers with a transit time fewer than 6 hours may leave the transit area but not the airport.

Egypt Visa for Malians

Facts about Egypt

Egypt is a country which is very rich in history and culture. Egypt is known to have a lot of pyramids with most of them being tombs for the Egyptian pharaohs. The pyramids found at Giza are considered to be the most popular pyramids in Egypt. The largest pyramid is the ‘Pyramid of Khufu’ at Giza, it is the only one of the seven wonders of the world which still exists. Tourists in the country can visit museums to see ancient Egyptian antiquities or take a ride through the safari on a camel’s back or a jeep. Whatever you want to do during your time in Egypt, it definitely is great fun.
 
The tourism industry in Egypt is a leading aspect to the economic growth in Egypt. In 2010, Egypt played host to 14.7 million tourists and contributed more than 11%of the country’s GDP. From then on, the number of tourist visits in the country has been on the rise and it is expected to keep rising for the foreseeable future.
 
Travelers into Egypt are not allowed to enter or leave Egypt with more than $10,000 or its equivalent in any currency. People caught in any homosexual act are subject to 10 years imprisonment. Avoid drinking alcohol in public places, you could be arrested if seen doing so. The Egyptian government is not against the practice of Christianity but trying to convert someone to the Christian faith is illegal.

Types of Egypt Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 7 working days 30 days
Work visa Within a year More than a year

General Requirements for Egypt Visa

  • Duly completed visa application form.
  • Original Malian passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave Egypt.
  • Two passport-size color photographs that meet the visa photo specification.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Non-Malians are required to present a valid resident permit.
  • Relevant documents proving home ties are necessary to show that the applicant has intentions to leave Mali.
  • For minors, a notarized copy of their birth certificate, as well as a notarized letter of authorization from both parents consenting to travel to Egypt, is needed.
  • Proof of financial sustenance.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • It is recommended to provide a cover letter stating the purpose and duration of the trip.
  • To study in Egypt, you must first apply for a tourist visa and on entry go on to process your study visa application.
  • Holders of onward tickets can transit for a maximum time of 48 hours.
  • Leaving the airport is permitted for passengers with transit time between 6 and 48 hours. Passengers with a transit time fewer than 6 hours may leave the transit area but not the airport.
Egypt Tourist visa Egypt Work visa

Egypt Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Egypt tourist visa is for travelers intending to visit Egypt for touring, visiting or having a good time while in the country.
  • You can visit family and friends in Egypt with this visa.
  • It is possible to attend business meetings while on a tourist visa, but all activities must fall within the allowed duration.
  • Be careful when filling your application form as the information you provide must tally with what you have on your passport and supporting documents.
  • When visiting friends, relatives or a business partner, you must provide an invitation letter.
  • The letter should state the relationship with your host, the purpose and duration of your trip.
  • For business meetings, relevant documents validating the company's existence in Egypt is needed. This could be tax returns or a certificate of registration of the business.
  • This visa is valid for a period of 30 days but can be extended at the Ministry of Interior in Cairo.
  • You cannot reside permanently in Egypt with a tourist visa or take up paid employment. However, if you intend to stay for more than 6 months, you will have to apply for a temporary residence permit.
  • You are expected to leave Egypt before your visa expires.
  • This visa costs $25 for single entry and $60 for multiple entries.

Egypt Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Egypt does not have a separate work visa category so Malians who intend to work in Egypt must simply apply for a work permit.
  • You must have been offered a job in Egypt before you apply for a work permit. 
  • The work permit application process could be rigorous and time-consuming.
  • You are required to provide 7 passport-size photographs.
  • 2 copies of your employer's incorporation contract are needed for the work permit.
  • 2 copies of your Tax ID is also important.
  • 2 copies of your academic qualifications which could be university degrees, professional certificates or letter of reference from past employers are necessary for the work permit application.
  • You are also required to provide a copy of the business registration certificate of your employer.
  • Original and copy of any licenses required for practicing your profession should be presented.
  • Your employer must take up the responsibility of sponsoring your work permit.
  • Your employer is also expected to seek approval from the authority related to your profession in Egypt. 
  • The first step of applying for an Egyptian work permit is obtaining the application form from the nearest Ministry of Manpower and Training Office.
  • Your employer will need to submit a memorandum explaining why it is necessary to hire a foreigner rather than a qualified Egyptian citizen.
  • A copy of a medical test showing that you are free of HIV/AIDs is also needed.
  • Another essential item is approval from Egypt’s State Security Service showing that you are not a threat to national security or public safety.
  • This can be obtained through a division at the Ministry of Manpower and Training office.
  • Finally, you will need to pay a registration fee of about LE1,000 to complete the process.

Egypt Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

25.00 (USD)

Work visa

1000.00 (EGP)

Egypt Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Mali

Location

Address

Bamako

Badalabougou, P.O. Box 44, Bamako, Mali.

(+223) 2223565

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Egypt?

Egypt is generally safe for a visit except for certain areas in the country that suffer terrorist attacks. Travelers are advised to avoid traveling to the Sinai Peninsula, within 50 kilometers of the borders with Libya, the Siwa Oasis, the Western Desert, including the oases of Bahariya, Bawati, Dakhla and Farafra, and the White and Black deserts due to smuggling, terrorist activities, the presence of armed groups and ongoing military operations.

What places can I visit while in Egypt?
Travelling to Egypt offers tourists opportunities to experience the country's famous archaeological sites. Some of these places to see while in Egypt are the Pyramids of Giza, the Egyptian Museum, the pyramids and temples of Saqqara and Dashur, the collapsed pyramid of Meidum, Citadel of Salah El Din, Roman and Greek monuments, Bibliotheca Alexandria, Ain Sokhana, the temples of Luxor and Geziret El Nabatat.
What is the currency of Egypt?
The local Egyptian currency is the Egyptian pound symbolized as EGP, LE, E£, and £E. In Egypt, there is a shortage of small bills and change so travelers are advised to only spend their small bills when they absolutely have to. Debit and credit cards are generally not accepted even in shops unless in certain hotels, large supermarkets or malls targeted at foreigners.
What language is spoken in Egypt?
The official language of Egypt is Standard Arabic and it is used in official forms like television, newspapers, government speeches and educational institution. However, since English and French are taught in Egyptian schools, they are widely understood by educated Egyptians.