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Who Is Eligible to Enter Israel

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.

Official guidance Regularly updated

Important

This information is for general guidance only. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee your application will be approved.

For visits, eligibility depends on whether your country is on Israel's visa-exempt list. Visa-exempt nationals must obtain an ETA-IL and can generally stay for tourism, family visits or short business trips; visa-required nationals must satisfy consular requirements for a B/2 visa. An ETA-IL or visa authorises travel to the border only — the border officer decides on entry.

For immigration, the Law of Return sets out who may immigrate as an oleh: Jews and, under the 1970 amendment, their children, grandchildren and spouses. Naturalisation of other foreign nationals is governed separately by the Citizenship Law and is discretionary.

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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.