Egyptian Passport Renewal in the U.S. — 2026 Guide

One rule surprises almost every family and it is documented by the U.S. State Department’s own country file: for a child’s Egyptian passport, only the father can normally apply. A mother can do so only in limited circumstances — with the father’s permission, or on production of court orders documenting a divorce.

Quick facts

A second requirement catches adults: applicants must produce original documents supporting the details printed in the passport, including evidence of profession or employment, and a marriage certificate where the application follows a marriage.

Fees breakdown

Fees differ between the embassy and the consulates general, and Egypt does not publish a single tariff in dollars. Confirm the exact amount before buying a money order.

How to apply

1. Establish which post covers your state, since jurisdiction is applied.
2. Gather the Egyptian birth certificate, identity card and current passport.
3. For men of conscription age, resolve the military service documentation first.
4. Book the appointment and attend in person.
5. Bring originals, not copies, of the documents supporting the passport details.
6. Pay the tariff in the accepted form and allow for production in Egypt.

Required documents

• Current or most recent Egyptian passport.
• Egyptian national identity card.
• Egyptian birth certificate, original, particularly for children under 16.
• Documents evidencing profession or employment.
• Marriage certificate where the application follows a marriage.
• Military service certificate or exemption for men in the conscription age range.

Where to apply

At the consular section of the embassy in Washington or one of the consulates general, each covering assigned states.

Additional notes

Mothers applying for children

Where the father is absent, abroad or estranged, this becomes the central obstacle. Court orders documenting a divorce, or written permission, are what the post will look for.

Military service

Egyptian men are subject to conscription, and the documentation of service, exemption or deferral is part of a passport file for that age group.

The identity card

The national card is the underlying document in Egypt and is asked for in most procedures. Keep it current.

Originals, not copies

Egyptian practice leans heavily on original documents. Bring them and ask before leaving anything behind.