Indian Travelers and the Letter of Guarantee at Sharm El Sheikh Airport

Traveling to Egypt is an exciting experience, especially if you are arriving at Sharm El Sheikh International Airport. However, many Indian travelers applying for the Egyptian eVisa online encounter a frustrating message:

“You will not be allowed to enter the country without the guarantee of an authorized tourist agent in Egypt. It must be present at the airport upon your arrival.”

This error often surprises visitors and leaves them wondering how to proceed. The reality is that if you are an Indian passport holder, you cannot board your flight to Egypt without a letter of guarantee from an authorized local travel agency. If you do not have this letter and no representative is waiting for you at the airport, you risk being denied boarding or even deported back upon arrival.

Why Do Indian Travelers Need a Letter of Guarantee?

Egypt’s immigration rules require Indian citizens to have an authorized Egyptian tour operator act as a guarantor. This measure is in place to ensure that visitors have proper arrangements during their stay. The guarantee must be provided at the airport before passing through immigration.

Without this guarantee, airlines will often refuse to issue a boarding pass. If you somehow reach Sharm El Sheikh without it, immigration authorities will not allow you to enter.

How Rimo Tours Can Help Indian Travelers

At Rimo Tours, we are one of the very few authorized Egyptian travel agencies permitted to provide this essential service. Our support for Indian travelers includes:

  • Applying for your eVisa on your behalf, saving you the hassle of the online application.

  • Issuing the official letter of guarantee required by Egyptian immigration.

  • Meeting you personally at Sharm El Sheikh Airport before immigration.

  • Assisting with all arrival formalities until you are safely through.

  • Providing hotel reservations worldwide at rates lower than most online platforms.

Because we own a fleet of more than 450 vehicles in Egypt and employ our own drivers and guides, we can also handle your ground transportation, private transfers, and onward tours.

What Happens If You Don’t Have an Authorized Agent?

If you do not have a letter of guarantee, the consequences can be serious:

  • You may be refused boarding at your departure airport.

  • You could be sent back to your country upon arrival in Sharm El Sheikh.

  • Immigration may block your entry until an authorized agent arrives with the documents.

That is why booking a Meet and Assist service with Rimo Tours is not just helpful—it is essential.

👉 Book your Meet & Assist Service here

About Rimo Tours

Established over 20 years ago, Rimo Tours is a leading travel company in Egypt, the UAE, Turkey, and across the Middle East. With more than 800 staff, 450+ vehicles, and offices in airports and five-star hotels, we are perfectly placed to provide trusted airport services.

Our achievements include:

  • TripAdvisor Traveler’s Choice Award (2021–2024).

  • Booking.com Traveler Review Award.

  • Ranked #1 transportation company on TripAdvisor in multiple destinations.

With Rimo Tours, you will have a reliable partner who ensures your entry to Egypt is smooth, legal, and stress-free.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do Indian citizens need a letter of guarantee to enter Sharm El Sheikh?

Yes. All Indian passport holders must have a letter of guarantee from an authorized Egyptian tour operator.

2. What happens if I apply for the eVisa but get the error message?

It means you need an authorized agent in Egypt to provide you with a letter of guarantee before arrival.

3. Can Rimo Tours apply for my eVisa on my behalf?

Yes, Rimo Tours can handle the eVisa application process for you and ensure your documents are complete.

4. Will someone meet me at Sharm El Sheikh Airport?

Yes, our representative will be waiting for you before immigration with your documents.

5. Can I board my flight without the guarantee letter?

Most airlines will not allow you to board without proof of a letter of guarantee.

6. Can I still get the letter of guarantee after I land?

No. You must arrange it in advance; otherwise, you may be denied entry or deported.

7. Does the Meet and Assist service include hotel bookings?

Yes, we can also arrange hotel reservations worldwide at competitive rates.

8. Can Rimo Tours provide transport after my arrival?

Absolutely. We have our own fleet of vehicles and professional drivers available.

9. Is Rimo Tours authorized at Sharm El Sheikh Airport?

Yes, we are officially authorized to operate at Sharm El Sheikh and other Egyptian airports.

10. Why choose Rimo Tours over others?

We are trusted, ranked #1 on TripAdvisor, and have decades of experience handling arrivals for Indian travelers.