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The Economic Times
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Egypt to replace visa stickers with QR codes at Cairo airport from August 1; here's what Indian travellers should know

Egypt is set to digitise its visa-on-arrival process with the launch of a new QR code-based system at Cairo International Airport from August 1, 2026, as part of a broader plan to modernise entry procedures for international travellers.

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism & Antiquities said the pilot will cover all arrival terminals at Cairo International Airport before expanding to other airports across the country in phases.

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