Hague Convention status: Egypt is NOT a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Documents for this country require embassy attestation (DIRCO authentication + embassy stamping in Pretoria), not an apostille.

How Egypt attestation works

  1. Notarisation or DHA procurement
  2. DIRCO authentication — R1,650, ~1 week
  3. Egyptian Embassy attestation — Embassy of Egypt, Pretoria
  4. Arabic translation — typically required for use in Egypt
  5. Courier to Egypt — DHL or Egyptian destination

Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Pretoria

Address: 270 Bourke Street, Muckleneuk, Pretoria, 0002

All foreign embassies and consulates in South Africa are based in Pretoria. We handle the full chain — DIRCO authentication followed by embassy stamping — without you needing to visit either.

Documents most commonly attested for Egypt

Common use cases

Egypt attestation is most common for: medical professionals (doctors moving to Cairo or returning to SA), academic enrolment at Cairo universities, work visas, marriage registration, and commercial registrations for SA businesses entering the Egyptian market.

Egypt attestation pricing (2026)

ServicePrice (incl. VAT)Turnaround
Full Embassy Attestation (DIRCO + Egyptian Embassy)R3,1502-4 weeks
Embassy Attestation (embassy step only)R1,5001-2 weeks
Egyptian Embassy fee (passed at cost)varies
Arabic sworn translationfrom R450/page3-5 days
International courier (DHL to Egypt)from R9003-5 days

How long does Egypt attestation take?

End-to-end timeline depends on the destination embassy's queue. Typical: 2–4 weeks for full chain (DIRCO + Embassy + courier). Hague-route apostille (where applicable): ~1 week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get an apostille for Egypt?

No. Egypt is not a Hague Convention member. Embassy attestation by the Egyptian Embassy in Pretoria is required.

Where is the Egyptian Embassy?

270 Bourke Street, Muckleneuk, Pretoria, 0002.

How long does Egypt attestation take?

Typically 2-4 weeks total.

Do I need Arabic translation?

Most Egyptian institutions require it. We arrange sworn Arabic translation.

How much does Egypt attestation cost?

R3,150 for the full chain. Plus Egyptian Embassy fees, passed at cost. Plus translation if required (~R450/page).