Country Information


Country Passport Visa Return Ticket
 
British Yes No Yes
Australian Yes No Yes
Canadian Yes No Yes
USA Yes No Yes
Other EU Yes No Yes


Passport Note

Due to a lack of diplomatic relations between Israel and many Arabic or predominantly Muslim countries, those with Israel entry stamps in their passports will not be allowed entry. Since January 2013, visitors are given an entry card instead of a stamp on arrival which you must keep until you leave.


Passports

To enter Israel, a passport valid for a minimum of six months from the date of entry is required by the nationals referred to in the chart above.


Visas

Visas are not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months.


Types of Visa and Cost

Visitor's visa: US$26.


Validity

Visitor's visa: up to three months from the date of issue.


Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section at embassy).


Temporary Residence

An A/1 temporary resident visa can be issued to those who are eligible for immigration under the Law of Return.


Working Days Required

Processing for visas for Israel should take around seven days, although it may take up to a month. Working days in Israel are from Sunday to Thursday.




You may need to provide proof of sufficient funds when entering Israel.




Your visa can be extended (there is a fee) at the Ministry of the Interior office in Israel.


Entry With Pets

Israel does not quarantine healthy pets who meet the following requirements: pets must have a 15-digit ISO pet microchip and must be vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days (but not more than one year) before travel. More than 30 days after vaccination, your pet must have a blood titer test. Within 10 days of travel, the Israel Veterinary Certificate must be completed by a veterinarian. Pets under the age of three months cannot be imported to Israel.