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Almost all international airlines have regular flights to Israel. Most visitors arrive at Israel via Ben Gurion Airport, half an hour from both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Some visitors combine Israel in their Middle East tour and arrive by land from Jordan or Egypt. Also, Israel’s long shoreline features several ports and marinas for those who wish to arrive by sea. |
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| Visa & Passport requirements |
Visitors to Israel must hold a passport valid for at least six months. Tourists can stay in Israel for up to three months, after which they may apply for an extension.
Nationals of most countries in America and Europe, as well as several other countries, are not required to apply for a visa in advance, and are issued a tourist visa free of charge at every port of entry to Israel. |
 Detailed visa information
Application for entry visa to Israel (online form – requires download)
General application for entry visa to Israel (online form – requires download)
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| By sea |
Several shipping lines offer scheduled sailings from Europe to Haifa Port. You can also travel to Israel by sea with a Mediterranean cruise that stops in Israel, or with a private yacht, which requires a reservation in advance. |
Information on sea travel including a list of marinas
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| By land |
Many tourists come and leave Israel via the crossings on Israel’s borders with Egypt and Jordan. There are three border crossings between Israel and Jordan: one near Eilat, one near Jericho and Jerusalem, and one near Bet-She’an and the Sea of Galilee. The border crossing with Egypt is located several kilometers from Eilat. The border terminals are under the supervision of the Israel Airports Authority. |
Travel to Israel by land
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| By air |
Israel’s major international airport is Ben Gurion Airport, located 20km from Tel Aviv and 40km from Jerusalem. The new Terminal 3, opened in 2004, is considered one of the most modern air terminals in the world, handling almost all international flights to and from Israel. |
Air travel to Israel
Ben Gurion Airport
Israel Airports Authority
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| Procedures at ports of entry |
The Israel Tourism Portal provides detailed information on procedures upon entering Israel, including passport control and customs, and upon leaving the country, including check-in and security checks. |
Ben Gurion Airport
Israel Airports Authority
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