Israel visas
Whether you need a visa for Israel — and which one — depends on your nationality and the purpose of your visit. Nationals of visa-exempt countries must hold an approved ETA-IL travel authorisation before boarding, while others apply for a consular entry visa or an eVisa-B2; longer stays for work, study, family or immigration are handled through dedicated permit categories. Immigration matters are administered by the Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) within the Ministry of the Interior, with entry visas issued through Israeli embassies and consulates under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Israeli visa categories
Explore visa categories by the purpose of your trip.
- Visitor & short-stay visasShort stays in Israel — tourism, visiting family or friends, business visits and transit, plus any visa-free or e-visa options.2 visas
- Work visasComing to Israel to work — the employment and skilled-worker routes and the permits they require.3 visas
- Study visasStudying in Israel — student visas and permits for accepted students.1 visa
- Family visasJoining or sponsoring a partner, child or other relative in Israel.2 visas
- Business & investor visasInvesting, doing business or coming to Israel as a highly skilled individual.2 visas
- Residence & citizenshipLiving in Israel long term — residence routes and, where available, the path to citizenship.3 visas
Israeli visa application at a glance
From start to finish in five simple steps.
- 01Choose the right visa
- 02Check eligibility & documents
- 03Apply online
- 04Provide biometrics
- 05Wait for a decision
Israel — key facts
- Visa authority
- Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA), Ministry of the Interior
- Application
- Online (in most cases)
- Biometrics
- Usually required
- Currency
- Israeli New Shekel (ILS)
- Time zone
- Israel Standard Time (UTC+2), Asia/Jerusalem
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.