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Israel entry rules

Citizens of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, the EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Serbia and Australia need an electronic travel authorisation, applied for online before the trip: the stay is up to 90 days. Citizens of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Türkiye need a visa from a consulate before the trip.

Checked against official sources on 8 October 2026.

Entry rules by passport

For a tourist trip. Checked on 8 October 2026 against the official sources listed below the table.

  • RussiaVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid up to 2 years; without an international card you can apply through the VFS Global visa centre.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • BelarusVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • UkraineVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • KazakhstanVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; a consular fee applies.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • UzbekistanVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; a consular fee applies.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • KyrgyzstanVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; a consular fee applies.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • TajikistanVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; a consular fee applies.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • TurkmenistanVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; a consular fee applies.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • ArmeniaVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; a consular fee applies.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • AzerbaijanVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; a consular fee applies.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • GeorgiaVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • MoldovaVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. Visa-free only with a biometric passport plus an ETA-IL (₪25 ≈ $8); a non-biometric passport needs a visa.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • EU countriesVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. All 27 EU countries are visa-exempt; ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • United KingdomVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • United StatesVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • CanadaVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • TurkeyVisa required

    B/2 tourist visa (up to 90 days) from an Israeli consulate; no fee for an ordinary passport.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • SerbiaVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

  • AustraliaVisa-free with ETA-IL

    90 days. ETA-IL required: ₪25 (≈ $8), valid for up to 2 years or until the passport expires.

    Source: Israeli MFA

Sources: Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 141) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 11) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 181) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 81) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 191) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 91) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 171) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 1) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 61) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 111) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 31) · Israeli Foreign Ministry — visa requirements by country (list from entry 151)

What is checked at the border

  • Your passport must be valid for at least 90 days from the date of entry.
  • An ETA-IL or a visa does not guarantee entry: the border officer decides on arrival.
  • Purpose of the trip: an ETA-IL covers tourism and business, not work or medical treatment.
  • A B/2 visa requires a return ticket, insurance for the whole stay and an address in Israel.
  • For a B/2 visa you prove funds with a bank statement covering at least 3 months and a letter from your employer; no amount is set.

How to extend your stay

You can apply to extend your stay with the Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) while you are in Israel legally: the fee is ₪195 (≈ $63) and your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond the requested date. The page does not say how long an extension can be.

Overstay penalties

If you stay illegally for more than 30 days, you can apply for an Israeli visa again only 2 years after leaving; over a year — after 5 years. After deportation, entry is barred while the removal order is in force. Official pages do not name a fine.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa for Israel?
Citizens of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, the EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Serbia and Australia apply for an electronic travel authorisation. Citizens of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Türkiye get a visa from a consulate before the trip.
How long can I stay in Israel without a visa?
90 days for citizens of Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova, the EU, the UK, the US, Canada, Serbia and Australia.
Can the stay be extended?
You can apply to extend your stay with the Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) while you are in Israel legally: the fee is ₪195 (≈ $63) and your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond the requested date. The page does not say how long an extension can be.
What happens if I overstay?
If you stay illegally for more than 30 days, you can apply for an Israeli visa again only 2 years after leaving; over a year — after 5 years. After deportation, entry is barred while the removal order is in force. Official pages do not name a fine.
What is checked on entry to Israel?
Your passport must be valid for at least 90 days from the date of entry. An ETA-IL or a visa does not guarantee entry: the border officer decides on arrival. Purpose of the trip: an ETA-IL covers tourism and business, not work or medical treatment. A B/2 visa requires a return ticket, insurance for the whole stay and an address in Israel. For a B/2 visa you prove funds with a bank statement covering at least 3 months and a letter from your employer; no amount is set.
How can I stay in Israel longer?
A visa-free stay does not give the right to live in the country. A longer stay needs a long-term visa or a residence permit: aliyah under the Law of Return — or a 5-year A/1 temporary residence visa with the right to live and work, work — B/1 foreign expert visa, requested by an employer in Israel, study — A/2 student visa for up to a year, family — status for the spouse or partner of an Israeli citizen or permanent resident (graduated procedure), entrepreneur — Innovation Visa for a foreign technology entrepreneur, up to 2 years, volunteering — B/4 visa (kibbutz, moshav, welfare institutions).

Sources

Checked on 8 October 2026. Entry rules change: check them on the consulate website before you travel.