Effective August 1st, 2024, passengers traveling to Israel and holding foreign passports, will be required to apply for ETA (ETA – Electronic Travel Authorization).

  • ETA application is available at the Ministry of Interior website: Israel entry
  • ETA cost is 25 ILS.
  • An answer to the application request will be received within 72 hours
  • Confirmed application is valid for two years and for a stay of up to 90 days in Israel.

The ETA-IL will be valid for a two-year period, for multiple trips of 90 days or less within that period. If any single visit will be for more than 90 days, a request for an extension of that stay must be submitted.

All visitors to Israel must have a valid visa or ETA-IL approval before they start their trip. The application for the ETA-IL may be submitted any time prior to travel, but it is recommended that it be submitted at least 72 hours before making any other travel arrangements (tickets, lodging, etc.).

The application will first inform the applicant whether they are eligible for an ETA-IL, based on their country of origin. There are then a few basic questions to answer, and a fee of 25 ILS is charged. A response will be received within 24-72 hours, and sometimes within a few minutes.

The ETA-IL system will open for applications starting June 1st, 2024, as a pilot program for holders of American and German passports only. During this pilot phase, submission of an application will be voluntary and exempt from fees. The system will be open to holders of other passports from July 1st, 2024.