Visitor & short-stay visas
Israeli ETA-IL Electronic Travel Authorization
The mandatory online pre-travel authorisation that nationals of visa-exempt countries must obtain before visiting Israel.
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Stay of up to 90 days per visit, validity of up to two years (or until passport expiry), 72-hour lead time and an approx. NIS 25 fee are drawn from MFA/press communications; verify each figure on the official PIBA portal before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Israel government website before you apply.
- Official name
- ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization to Israel)
- Route type
- Visitor / pre-travel authorisation (visa-exempt nationals)
- Mandatory since
- 1 January 2025
- Purpose
- Tourism, family/friend visits, short business trips
- Entries
- Multiple entries within validity
- Confirm on the official portal
Who it is for
- Nationals of countries exempt from an Israeli entry visa.
- Travellers visiting for tourism, family or short business, not work.
Requirements
- A valid passport from an eligible visa-exempt country.
- An approved ETA-IL obtained online before boarding.
- Ability to satisfy the border officer of the purpose and conditions of the visit.
What you can do
- Enter for tourism, to visit family or friends, or for short business meetings.
- Make multiple visits within the authorisation's validity period.
How to apply
- Apply online through the official PIBA Israel Entry portal.
- Apply well ahead of travel (advised at least 72 hours before the flight).
- Carry the approved ETA-IL and passport; the border officer decides on entry.
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.