Egypt Postpones Stricter Entry Rules for Uzbek Citizens to 1 March 2027

Egypt has postponed the introduction of new entry rules for citizens of Uzbekistan until 1 March 2027, according to Omonulla Fayziev, press secretary of the Uzbek Foreign Ministry. The rules were originally planned to take effect on 1 November 2026.

According to Fayziev, the delay was agreed after negotiations between the Uzbek Foreign Ministry, the Uzbek embassy in Egypt and Egyptian authorities. Until the new rules take effect, Uzbek citizens can continue to visit Egypt under the existing conditions.

The planned requirements included obtaining a visa in advance for trips to Sharm el-Sheikh and other areas of the Sinai Peninsula, and organising travel through tour operators. Tourists under 40 would also have needed to travel with a family member and show available funds. The ministry urged citizens abroad to respect local laws, visa and migration rules, traditions and public order.