Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, chaired a meeting in the New Administrative Capital to review the progress and procedures for the new Visa-on-Arrival (VOA) system, ahead of its pilot launch in the coming weeks.
The Minister stressed the urgency of finalizing the system,
noting it aligns with directives from Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly and
is crucial for making the airport experience more convenient and fluid. This
move is expected to support national efforts to upgrade services and absorb the
growing influx of tourists.
During the meeting, officials discussed the technical and
procedural progress made so far on this issue. They also reviewed the implementation
steps for activating the QR Code system. This new system will enable tourists
to get their visa immediately upon arrival at Egyptian airports and pay the fee
electronically on the spot. The trial will initially be launched at Cairo
International Airport’s Terminal 2, with subsequent expansion to other
airports.
The Minister emphasized the need for integrated efforts to
ensure a smooth and efficient launch, reflecting the state's commitment to
offering a more advanced and high-quality tourist experience.
Representing the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities were: Rana Gouhar, Advisor to the Minister for Communication and Foreign Relations and General Supervisor of the General Department of International Relations and Agreements; Ahmed Nabil, Assistant Minister for Aviation and Follow-up; and Dr. Mohamed Shaaban, Assistant Minister for Digital Services.