Non US citizens applicant must present a copy of a green card or a valid U.S visa as part of the application.
Non-Israeli citizens who wish to receive a visa for short stays in Israel, such as tourist, medical or business visits, short-term non-academic studies, etc.
The applicant must schedule an appointment and appear in person at an Israeli mission.
Appearance in person at the mission is subject to the discretion of the consular representative.
To visit the mission, it is necessary to schedule an appointment in advance.
Before coming to the mission, make sure you have with you all the required documents and completed forms.
Applying by mail
Visa fees, payment, and return method
For visa pricing please see the fee chart. Visas not listed do not need to require a pay – but providing a return method is a must.
Payment may be in the form of:
1. Credit or debit card – please fill out a payment form. American Express will not be accepted.
2. Cashier's Check/Money Order. The Consulate cannot accept personal checks or other forms of payment.
Please note that the Consulate is not liable for any risks involved with sending payment information by mail.
Receiving a visa/passport back from the Consulate:
We recommend sending a prepaid return envelope with your mail or pre-paid FedEx label.
If not provided, we will return the passport via FedEx. Payment of an additional fee is required (see pricing on the payment form).To use this delivery method, the fee must be paid when the application is submitted.
Please note: The consulate is not liable for any mail damage, loss, or theft once it has been submitted to FedEx for shipment.
When sending packages to the consulate:
Make sure that your full name and address appear on the envelope.
Your package needs to be a clean envelope or a FedEx/UPS/USPS envelope.
Our mailing address:
The Consular Department at the Consulate General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest in San Francisco
456 Montgomery St, Suite #2100, San Francisco, CA 94104