This service enables granting a visa for a short stay in Israel for purposes of visiting, touring, medical tourism, business, nonacademic studies for a short period, etc.
Last updated on: 21/06/2024
Required Documents To Apply
Travel document valid for at least 3 months beyond the period of the visa.
Printout of a bank statement for at least 3 months.
Confirmation of employment from the applicant's place of employment.
Place of residence in Israel during the period of stay.
Two-way plane ticket (need not be presented when submitting the application).
Medical insurance in force for the entire period of the visit in Israel.
Two recent duplicate passport photos, color against a white background, with full front view of face, measuring 5x5 cm).
Tip
Applying for a visa
Please note that as of 7 August 2023 the Embassy will not be accepting any visa applications. All visa enquiries and submissions should be directed to VFS Global visa center.
For information on how to lodge a visa application, please visit our official partner https://visa.vfsglobal.com/zaf/en/isr/
For official visas or any other visa enquiries, please email:
consular3@pretoria.mfa.gov.il
consular5@pretoria.mfa.gov.il
Please note that as of 7 August 2023 the Embassy will not be accepting any visa applications. All visa enquiries and submissions should be directed to VFS Global visa center.
For information on how to lodge a visa application, please visit our official partner https://visa.vfsglobal.com/zaf/en/isr/
For official visas or any other visa enquiries, please email:
consular3@pretoria.mfa.gov.il
consular5@pretoria.mfa.gov.il
Tip
The consular department will not accept any visitors without an appointment being scheduled. Collection and drop offs of documents will only be done by appointment from 12:00 - 14:00 daily, please bring along personal ID or an accreditation letter for a courier.
Required presence at the Consulate
Appearance in person at the mission is subject to the discretion of the consular representative.
Please note
Fees and payment methods:
You can pay in cash or by bank transfer.
When using EFT you must note the name of applicant and send a proof of payment.
If you are making payment from outside of South Africa, you must make sure to cover all transfer costs.
BANK DETAILS:
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
ACC NAME: EMBASSY OF ISRAEL
BRANCH: PRETORIA 251345
ACC NO: 62901663345
SWIFT CODE: FIRNZAJJ
PLEASE USE YOUR NAME AND ID AS REFERENCE
You can pay in cash or by bank transfer.
When using EFT you must note the name of applicant and send a proof of payment.
If you are making payment from outside of South Africa, you must make sure to cover all transfer costs.
BANK DETAILS:
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
ACC NAME: EMBASSY OF ISRAEL
BRANCH: PRETORIA 251345
ACC NO: 62901663345
SWIFT CODE: FIRNZAJJ
PLEASE USE YOUR NAME AND ID AS REFERENCE
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Who can apply
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How to apply
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Fill the forms
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Schedule an appointment
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Who can apply?
Foreign citizens who wish to receive a visa for a short stay in Israel for the purposes of visiting, sightseeing, medical tourism, business, non-academic studies for a short period, etc., may submit the application.
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How to apply
Fill out the attached form and send it to the Israeli representative office.
Personal appearance at the mission is subject to the discretion of the consular representative.
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Fill the forms
Visa Application Form, completed and signed.
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Schedule an appointemet
To visit the embassy, it is necessary schedule an appointment in advance.
Before coming to the mission, make sure you have with you all the required documents and completed forms.
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Consular fee
Consult the fees table to see fees application prices