At a glance
Step
- Choose your destination (or ask us to confirm requirements)
- Complete the application and gather documents
- Send your pack for a pre-check
- We coordinate submission where permitted and keep you updated
- Receive your outcome and returned documents
What you need
- Application form (completed or draft for checking)
- Supporting documents per consulate checklist
- Passport and travel details where required
- Photos and evidence where required
- Certified translation or legalisation only if requested by the consulate
What affects turnaround
- Consulate rules and appointment availability
- Nationality and visa type
- Missing items or errors
- Courier times and submission method
Common reasons for delays or rejection
- Missing documents or outdated evidence
- Incomplete forms or inconsistent details
- Incorrect format (photos, copies, translations)
- Supporting evidence not matching the checklist
What visa application support do Sterling & Reeve provide?
Requirements vary by country, nationality, and travel purpose. We help you prepare a complete application using the latest published instructions available when we process your file.
Our support can include:
- Form handlingform handling
- Checklist support (non-advisory)
- Pre-check for missing items and admin errors
- Embassy or consulate submission coordination, where permitted
- Status updates
Do you provide immigration advice?
No. We provide document handling and submission support only.
Which visa types and applicants do you support?
We support, subject to consular rules:
- Tourist visas
- Business visas
- Entry visas for specific purposes
Who we help:
Corporate travellers: employees and delegations
Private individuals: tourist and family visit applications
Which destinations do you cover?
Egypt Visa Services: application handling and submission support for Egypt tourist and business visas.
Do not see your destination? Contact our UK team and we will confirm what is currently required.
What do I need to provide for a pre-check and submission?
You will normally need:
- Your application form
- Supporting documents required by the consulate
- Photos, bookings, letters, or business documents where required
- Translations or legalisation only if requested by the receiving authority
We flag missing items or unclear points before submission.
Ready to apply?
Select a destination above or contact us for assistance.

