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You need a visa for Israel if you have a Bissau-Guinean passport

These visas exist for Israel, but they cannot be applied for online with Bissau-Guinean nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Israel Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Bissau-Guinean citizens need a visa for Israel. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Israel may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months beyond planned stay
  • Recent passport photo 5x5cm, white background
  • Confirmed hotel reservations or invitation letter
  • Round-trip flight itinerary or onward travel proof
  • Proof of sufficient funds ($80-100 per day)
  • Travel insurance covering medical emergencies

Entry requirements for Bissau-Guinean travellers

These rules apply specifically to Bissau-Guinean passport holders entering Israel as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Israel. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Israel.

    Israel Ministry of Tourism Last checked 2026-07-23
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Israel

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Israel.

    Last checked 2026-07-23
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Israel.

    Last checked 2026-07-23
  • May be required

    Transit visa may be required

    International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Israel if they stay in the airport transit area for a maximum of 24 hours. Visit the government site to check other entry requirements.

    Last checked 2026-07-23

A look at Israel

  • Western Wall and Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem's Old City with visitors at prayer
    Jerusalem's Old City — Sacred to three major world religions
  • Tel Aviv skyline with modern high-rise buildings along the Mediterranean coastline
    Tel Aviv — Israel's modern business capital and startup hub
  • Modern terminal interior at Ben Gurion International Airport with travelers
    Ben Gurion Airport — Israel's main international gateway near Tel Aviv
  • Visitors floating in the Dead Sea with mountains of Jordan visible in the distance
    The Dead Sea — Earth's lowest point and natural wonder

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Where else Bissau-Guinean citizens can apply online

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