Israel Visa Requirements for American citizens in 2025

Last Updated: Jan. 17, 2025, 2:52 p.m.

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Israel

1) E-Visa

American passport holders planning a visit to Israel for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

90 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • Dual nationals of Israel and the United States who don't have an Israeli passport, including infants, may be required to obtain an Israeli passport in order to leave Israel.
  • Entry prohibited for any person "who knowingly issues a public call for boycotting Israel".
  • Starting January 1, 2025, an ETA just like a US ESTA or a Canada ETA will be required for travel to Israel. Applications opened on June 1 as a trial but are not required for US and German passport holders until January 1, 2025. On July 1, 2024, the application has been opened to all visa exempt country passport holders.

Reference Links

http://mfa.gov.il/MFA/ConsularServices/Documents/VisaRequirements-Tourists.pdf
https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il

General Information about Israel

  • Name (Common): Israel
  • Name (Official): State of Israel
  • Population: 9216900
  • Area: 20770
  • Capital: Jerusalem
  • Currency: Israeli new shekel
  • Language: Arabic
  • Calling Code: +9
  • Region: Asia
  • Subregion: Western Asia

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for American citizens. United States passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for American citizens. United States passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, American citizens can travel to Israel, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Israel with E-Visa is 90 days. American citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Israel can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Israel in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Israel

Advisory Message: Israel has a current risk level of 4.2 (out of 5). We advise: Please reconsider your need to travel to Israel.
Score: 4.2
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/israel
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.