Egyptian Consulate General in Frankfurt

Consulate of Egypt in Frankfurt, Germany

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Overview

The Consulate General of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Frankfurt am Main serves as Egypt's regional diplomatic mission in western and southern Germany. Located in Frankfurt's financial district, the consulate provides comprehensive consular services to Egyptian nationals and processes visa applications for German residents in its jurisdiction. The consulate serves six German states: Hessen, Bayern (Bavaria), Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate), Baden-Württemberg, Nordrhein-Westfalen (North Rhine-Westphalia), and Saarland. Frankfurt's position as Germany's financial capital and major transportation hub makes it an ideal location for serving Egypt's interests in this economically vital region. The Egyptian community in the Frankfurt region includes professionals in banking and finance, medical professionals, engineers, students at major universities, and business community members. The consulate coordinates with regional governments, business chambers including the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce (Ghorfa), and cultural institutions across its service area.
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Visa Services

The Consulate General processes visa applications for German residents in the six-state jurisdiction (Hessen, Bayern, Rheinland-Pfalz, Baden-Württemberg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Saarland). German citizens require a visa to enter Egypt for tourism, business, or other purposes. Egypt offers multiple visa options including e-Visa (available online for tourist and business visits up to 30 days, most convenient for German travelers), Visa on Arrival (available at Egyptian airports for tourism, 30-day single entry), and Regular Visa through the consulate (for longer stays or specific purposes). For e-Visa applications, German citizens can apply through Egypt's official e-Visa portal with valid passport (minimum 6 months validity), passport photo, travel itinerary, and accommodation details. Processing typically takes 3-7 days. Visa on Arrival is available at major Egyptian airports with payment in USD or EUR. For regular visa applications through the consulate, applicants must submit completed application form, valid passport with at least 6 months validity, recent passport photographs, travel itinerary and accommodation confirmation, travel insurance, proof of financial means, and purpose-specific documents (business invitation letters, conference registration, etc.). Visa fees vary by type and duration. For longer stays (work, study, residence), applicants need appropriate visa category with additional requirements including sponsorship letters, employment contracts, or university acceptance. Business visas require invitation from Egyptian company, business registration documents, and purpose documentation. Consular hours for visa applications: 09:30-13:30. Visa collection: 15:00-16:00. Contact consulate for current processing times and requirements.
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Consular Services

The Consular Section provides comprehensive services for Egyptian nationals in the six-state service area including passport applications and renewals, national ID cards, emergency travel documents, civil status registration (births, marriages, deaths, divorce), Egyptian nationality matters, consular registration, legalization and authentication of documents (German documents for use in Egypt require legalization after German authorities authenticate), notarial services (powers of attorney, affidavits, declarations), and emergency assistance. Egyptian nationals should register with the consulate for emergency notifications. The Egyptian community in the Frankfurt region includes professionals in finance and banking (Frankfurt is Germany's financial capital), medical professionals, engineers, IT specialists, students at universities in Hesse, Bavaria, and Baden-Württemberg, and business community members. Consular services are available during office hours 09:30-13:30 Monday-Friday. Document collection: 14:00-16:00. For emergencies affecting Egyptian nationals outside office hours, contact the Egyptian Embassy in Berlin emergency line +49 30 47754777.
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Trade & Export Support

The Frankfurt region is Germany's financial and business hub, home to the European Central Bank, Deutsche Börse (Frankfurt Stock Exchange), major German and international banks, and headquarters of leading companies. The consulate's jurisdiction includes economically vital regions: Hessen (Frankfurt financial center, chemical industry in Höchst), Bayern (Munich high-tech hub, automotive industry, engineering), Baden-Württemberg (Stuttgart automotive center, precision manufacturing, engineering), Nordrhein-Westfalen (Rhineland industrial region, Düsseldorf finance), Rheinland-Pfalz (chemicals, wine industry), and Saarland (steel, automotive suppliers). Egypt-Germany trade includes German exports to Egypt of machinery, automotive and parts, electrical equipment, chemicals and pharmaceuticals, renewable energy technology, and water/environmental technology. Egyptian exports to Germany include textiles and garments, agricultural products, petroleum products, and manufactured goods. The consulate facilitates business connections, provides commercial information, and supports Egyptian and German businesses exploring bilateral opportunities. Key sectors include renewable energy (Egypt's solar and wind expansion), automotive (Egypt as manufacturing and export platform), manufacturing, infrastructure, water technology, and agricultural technology.
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Investment Opportunities

The Frankfurt region offers Egyptian businesses access to European markets, financial services (Frankfurt Stock Exchange, banking sector), technology partnerships, and investment opportunities. German companies in the consulate's jurisdiction have strong presence in sectors relevant to Egypt including automotive (Bayern and Baden-Württemberg automotive clusters), machinery and engineering (precision manufacturing throughout the region), pharmaceuticals and chemicals (Hessen chemical industry), renewable energy technology, and financial services. Egypt offers opportunities for German companies in renewable energy projects (solar, wind, green hydrogen), infrastructure development (water treatment, transportation, ports), manufacturing (Egypt as export platform to Africa and Middle East), automotive components, tourism infrastructure, ICT and digital services, and healthcare. The consulate facilitates bilateral investment through business matchmaking, coordination with chambers of commerce, and support for trade missions and delegations. Frankfurt Trade Fair (Messe Frankfurt) hosts major international exhibitions where Egyptian companies exhibit and German companies explore Egyptian markets.
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Business Support

The consulate actively facilitates Egypt-Germany business relations in its service area, coordinating with German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce (Ghorfa) based in Berlin, regional chambers of commerce, industry associations, and business development agencies. German companies in Hessen, Bayern, Baden-Württemberg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Rheinland-Pfalz, and Saarland exploring Egyptian markets can contact the consulate for market intelligence, business matchmaking, regulatory guidance, facilitation of trade missions, and networking. Key sectors for cooperation include automotive (strong automotive industry in Bayern and Baden-Württemberg), machinery and engineering (precision manufacturing expertise), chemicals and pharmaceuticals (Hessen chemical industry), renewable energy, water technology, financial services (Frankfurt financial center), and ICT. The consulate facilitates participation in trade fairs, business forums, and sector-specific events. Frankfurt hosts Messe Frankfurt exhibitions attracting international participants. The region's universities and research institutions offer opportunities for technology partnership and R&D cooperation between Egyptian and German entities.
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Cultural & Educational Programs

The consulate supports cultural and educational exchange in its service area, coordinating with Goethe-Institut centers, universities, and cultural institutions. The region includes major German universities including Goethe University Frankfurt, Technical University of Munich (TUM), Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU), University of Heidelberg, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), RWTH Aachen, and other renowned institutions attracting Egyptian students. Egyptian students in the region study engineering, medicine, sciences, business, and technology. Cultural exchange includes German language education through Goethe-Institut, university partnerships, student exchanges, research collaboration, and cultural events. The region's museums include significant ancient Egyptian collections (Munich museums, others) reflecting German interest in Egyptology. Academic cooperation includes research partnerships in engineering, renewable energy, water management, materials science, and other fields. The consulate facilitates educational exchange, supports Egyptian students, and promotes cultural understanding.
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Service Area

The Consulate General in Frankfurt serves Egyptian nationals and visa applicants in six German states: Hessen, Bayern (Bavaria), Rheinland-Pfalz (Rhineland-Palatinate), Baden-Württemberg, Nordrhein-Westfalen (North Rhine-Westphalia), and Saarland. Major cities in the jurisdiction include Frankfurt am Main, Munich, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Nuremberg, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Bonn, Saarbrücken, and numerous other cities and towns across these economically vital regions. For matters in other parts of Germany, contact the Embassy in Berlin or Consulate General in Hamburg.
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Appointment Information

Consular services available Monday-Friday 09:30-13:30. Visa applications accepted during these hours. Visa collection: 15:00-16:00. Other document collection: 14:00-16:00. Closed Saturdays, Sundays, Egyptian and German public holidays. Address: Eysseneckstraße 34, 60322 Frankfurt am Main. Accessible by Frankfurt public transport (U-Bahn, S-Bahn, tram, bus). When submitting consular matters by mail, specify the relevant department: passports, civil affairs, legalization, or visas. For emergencies affecting Egyptian nationals outside office hours, contact Egyptian Embassy Berlin emergency line +49 30 47754777.
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Special Notes

The Consulate General is located at Eysseneckstraße 34, 60322 Frankfurt am Main, in Frankfurt's urban area near the financial district. Accessible by Frankfurt's extensive public transport network. The consulate serves a large geographic area covering six German states with significant Egyptian communities particularly in Frankfurt, Munich, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, and other major cities. German residents in the jurisdiction can apply for Egyptian visas or use Egypt's convenient e-Visa system for tourist and business visits up to 30 days. Egypt offers ancient civilization sites (pyramids, temples, tombs), Red Sea resorts (diving, beaches), Nile cruises, museums, and cultural experiences attracting German tourists. For comprehensive visa information, visit consulate website (egyptconsulate-frankfurt.de) or Egypt e-Visa portal. For travel advice, consult German Federal Foreign Office (auswaertiges-amt.de) Egypt travel advisory.
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