Before you apply
Before you apply for a Israeli visa or permit.
3 Israeli resources in this topic
Requirements & how-to guidance
- Who Is Eligible to Enter IsraelGuidance
Eligibility turns on nationality, purpose and, for immigration, on descent under the Law of Return; visa-exempt travellers still need ETA-IL approval and remain subject to border checks.
- Documents You Need for an Israeli VisaGuidance
Every route requires a valid passport and evidence supporting the purpose of travel; work, study and family routes add sponsor letters, and immigration and family cases require apostilled, Hebrew-translated civil documents.
- ETA-IL: Travelling to Israel Visa-FreeGuidance
Since 1 January 2025, nationals of visa-exempt countries must hold an approved ETA-IL electronic travel authorisation before boarding a flight to Israel.
