As of January 2025, all travelers to Israel must have a valid visa or ETA-IL approval before starting their journey.
The Israeli Population and Immigration Administration is launching the ETA-IL system: Visitors from visa-exempt countries can apply for travel authorization. Those who are eligible will be able to travel to Israel, and stay for up to 90 days or less.
The system will open to visitors from all visa-exempt countries on July 1st, 2024.
Please note that as of January 1, 2025, travelers without a valid visa or an approved ETA-IL obtained ahead of time will be denied entry to Israel.
*Updated on July 25
The ETA-IL pilot period, which was initially set until July 31, 2024, has been extended to December 31, 2024.
Note: Israeli citizens or holders of an Israeli identity number do not need to apply for an ETA-IL.