Business & investor visas
Palestinian Visiting Lecturer, Expert and Consultant
Time-limited entry for visiting academics, experts and consultants working with Palestinian institutions.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Under review — check current rules
The ~5-month stay and the interval before reapplying derive from the Israeli COGAT procedure and are not confirmed on a Palestinian official page; confirm current terms.
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 Palestine government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Entry and residence of foreigners in Judea and Samaria — lecturer/expert category
- Route type
- Talent / professional — academic and expert
- Typical stay
- Reported up to about 5 months
- With a required interval before a new application; unverified from a Palestinian source
- Sponsor
- Palestinian university or institution via the General Authority of Civil Affairs
Who it is for
- Visiting academics and guest lecturers at Palestinian universities
- Experts, researchers and consultants engaged by Palestinian institutions
Requirements
- An invitation or engagement from a recognised Palestinian institution
- Coordination of the request through the General Authority of Civil Affairs
- Israeli approval under the entry-and-residence procedure
- Valid passport and evidence of qualifications/engagement
What you can do
- Teach, research or advise at the host institution for the approved period
- Reapply after the required interval where the procedure allows
How to apply
- The host institution initiates the coordination request
- The request is forwarded for Israeli decision
- Enter once approved and observe the reapplication interval
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.