Israel eVisa
Apply for your Israel eVisa (ETA-IL) online before travel — fast approvals and 24/7 expert support with emailed QR code confirmation.
What Is the Israel eVisa?
The Israel eVisa (officially marketed as ETA-IL by the Israel Population & Immigration Authority) is an electronic travel authorization travelers from visa‑exempt countries must obtain before arriving in Israel. Introduced in 2024–2025 to modernize border processing, ETA‑IL replaces informal pre-travel checks and enables automated entry lanes at selected points. The system is managed by the Population & Immigration Authority and the official ETA portal provides eligibility checks, application, and payment.
You apply at the official ETA portal israel-entry.piba.gov.il or use DoVisa for guided completion and document-check assistance. Successful applicants receive an emailed confirmation and QR code or PDF record to present at airline check‑in and at border control on arrival. The authorization is usually delivered electronically and can be saved to your phone or printed for immigration checks.
The Israel eVisa is an entry permit (electronic authorization) not a residence or work visa — it permits tourist or business visits up to the permitted stay (typically 90 days). Important policy changes: from 1 January 2025 ETA‑IL became mandatory for nationals of visa‑exempt countries and the authorization is valid for two years or until passport expiry, whichever is earlier. It does not replace consular visas for nationals who still require a sticker visa; consular visas remain available via Israeli missions.
For an overview of Israel entry rules see Israel visa information and the official ETA portal at israel-entry.piba.gov.il. When you're ready to begin, Apply for your Israel eVisa now.
Who Needs the Israel eVisa?
Who Needs It
- Nationals of visa‑exempt countries who would otherwise travel to Israel without a consular visa
- Tourists and short‑term business visitors planning stays up to 90 days per visit
- Children and minors (a parent or guardian completes the application for each child)
- Returning Israeli nationals should use their Israeli passport and are not required to hold an ETA-IL
Who Is Exempt
- Israeli nationals (enter on an Israeli passport)
- Diplomatic and official passport holders on government business
- Airline and vessel crew on active duty
- Transit passengers who remain in the international transit zone
Israel Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport Validity
Your passport must have an expiry date at least 90 days after your arrival. Some embassies and consular pages also advise passports be valid for the intended stay. See GOV.UK entry guidance.
Vaccination & Health Advice
No routine vaccinations are mandated for entry, but the CDC recommends travelers be up to date on routine vaccines and consider Hepatitis A and polio precautions. See the CDC page for Israel for clinical recommendations: CDC — Israel.
Customs & Prohibited Items
Certain imports are restricted — imports of non‑kosher meat and some foodstuffs, live animals, and controlled goods require permits. Declare cash of 50,000 ILS or more on arrival. For details and itemised rules see Israel Tax Authority Customs pages: Personal import — Gov.il and Customs item information.
Drones, Electronics & Restricted Technology
High‑value electronics, drones, and specialised communication equipment may require permits or inspection. Check customs rules before travel and carry purchase receipts for new devices.
Travel Insurance & Funds
Travel insurance is strongly recommended and may be requested when applying or at the border. You should be ready to show proof of return/onward travel, accommodation bookings, and sufficient funds for your stay.
Travel Tips for Israel Visitors
Israel is a compact country with modern transport and tightly managed border controls. Most international visitors arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) near Tel Aviv; other entry points include Ovda/Timna and Ramon airports and several land border crossings. Plan for security checks and allow extra time during holiday periods.
- Best time to visit: Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) for mild weather and fewer crowds.
- Currency: Israeli New Shekel (ILS). US dollars are widely accepted in tourist areas but exchange locally for best rates.
- Language: Hebrew and Arabic are official; English is widely spoken in hotels, airports and tourist services.
- Time zone: Israel Standard Time is GMT+2 (GMT+3 during daylight saving months).
- Security: Expect enhanced screening at airports and some public sites; follow local guidance and carry ID and your entry card.
- Transport: Ben Gurion has fast trains to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem; shared transfer times vary—book onward transfers in advance.
- Cultural norms: Dress modestly at religious sites and respect Shabbat closures (Friday sundown to Saturday sundown).
- Keep documents handy: Save your ETA confirmation email and QR code offline — airlines usually verify authorizations at departure check‑in.
"Needed an Israel eVisa quickly for a family holiday. DoVisa guided us through the ETA-IL portal and the QR code arrived by email. Smooth check-in and fast e-gate access at TLV."
"Applied from my phone during a layover. Clear prompts for passport and travel details — confirmation emailed and printed at departure. Border control at Ben Gurion was efficient."
"Helpful checklist — reminded me to declare over-threshold cash and to have proof of accommodation. The ETA display at check-in saved time."
"Last-minute business trip: DoVisa completed the ETA-IL application and the authorization arrived as a PDF with QR code. Immigration at TLV was straightforward with the e-gates."
"Photo upload required resizing but support guided me. Emailed authorization arrived the next day and worked fine at the e‑gate at Ben Gurion."
"Family pilgrimage — Israel eVisa for each traveller processed quickly. The site asked for travel details and passport pages; QR confirmations kept us moving through immigration."
"Good service overall. Had to update a flight number after submission using the government portal edit option; support advised how to proceed and it was accepted at the border."
"Minor delay: authorization arrived later than expected but before travel. Support was responsive and the QR code worked at check-in and immigration at TLV."
"Booked a cultural tour and used DoVisa for the Israel eVisa. The ETA-IL email with QR code made airport arrival simple; staff at Ben Gurion scanned the code and I used the e-gate."
"Quick and clear guidance for ETA-IL — recommended for first-time visitors. Saved screenshots of the QR code and printed a copy for peace of mind."
"Needed an Israel eVisa quickly for a family holiday. DoVisa guided us through the ETA-IL portal and the QR code arrived by email. Smooth check-in and fast e-gate access at TLV."
"Applied from my phone during a layover. Clear prompts for passport and travel details — confirmation emailed and printed at departure. Border control at Ben Gurion was efficient."
"Helpful checklist — reminded me to declare over-threshold cash and to have proof of accommodation. The ETA display at check-in saved time."
Israel eVisa: Frequently Asked Questions
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- ETA-IL — Official ETA Portal (Population & Immigration Authority)
- Gov.il — ETA‑IL landing page and guidance
- U.S. Embassy Jerusalem — Mandatory Israeli Electronic Travel Authorization Program
- GOV.UK — Israel entry requirements and ETA guidance
- CDC — Israel, the West Bank and Gaza: Traveler Health
- Israel Tax Authority — Customs & Personal Import
- Customs item information — Israel Tax Authority
- Travel.State.Gov — Israel, the West Bank and Gaza international travel information