Embassy
Embassy of Albania, Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv
Laz-Rom Building, 11 Tuval Street
Israel visa requirements for Albanian citizens
Albanian citizens need an eTA, a short online form, before flying to Israel.
Passport
ALB
Albania
Going to
ISR
Israel
eTA needed
Online travel approval for visitors who do not need a visa.
- Visa
- eTA
- Max stay
- 90 days (3 months)
- Valid for
- 730 days
- Fee
- ₪25
- Last updated
- 11 November 2026
Special rules for Albanian citizens in Israel
- Travelers who are denied entry and issued a return order must contact an Israeli diplomatic mission for information about future travel eligibility.
- Since 1 August 2024, visa-exempt travelers are required to complete the ETA-IL electronic travel authorization prior to travel and may enter Israel only after receiving approval or holding a valid visa.
What to do
Apply for the eTA on Israel's official government website, never a reseller.
Apply before you book non-refundable travel; most approvals come back quickly.
The eTA links to your passport number, so travel on the same passport.
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Ways into Israel
Check whether you need ETA-IL or a visitor visa.
eTA requiredETA-IL travel approvalOnline travel approval for visitors who do not need a visa.
- Stay
- 90 days
- Valid for
- 730 days
- Fee
- ₪25
- Processing
- 3 days
- Entries
- Multiple
How to apply
- Check if you qualify on the official Israel Entry website.
- Fill in the form with your passport details.
- Pay 25 ILS.
- Wait for approval before travelling.
Documents required
- Passport
- Approval ends sooner if your passport expires; border staff decide your stay.
- Apply again after passport, name, gender, or citizenship changes.
Visa requiredB/2 visitor visaA visa for tourists and short visits when your passport needs one.
- Valid for
- 90 days
- Fee
- 2026 schedule: 32 USD or 28 EUR
- Entries
- Single
How to apply
- Fill in and sign the visa form.
- Check your visa office's list and gather the papers.
- Book an appointment if needed.
- Submit your form and pay the local fee.
- Wait for approval before travelling.
Documents required
- Passport valid 180 days after arrival
- Passport covering visa plus 90 days
- Signed visa form
- Bank statements for 90 days
- Proof of employment
- Address or accommodation in Israel
- Return ticket
- Insurance for the whole stay
- Hotel booking
- Travel insurance
- You cannot work with this visa.
- Border staff decide whether you can enter and how long you can stay.
Sources (23)Last updated 11 November 2026
- Population and Immigration Authority
- Population and Immigration Authority: ETA-IL
- Foreign Ministry: tourist visa requirements by nationality and passport
- Official Israel Entry portal
- Israel Entry: indexed ETA-IL information and frequently asked questions
- Official eVisa-B2 requirements, fee and validity
- Official visa types
- Ministry of Tourism: entry approval and passport validity
- New York: ETA-IL requirement, fee and response time
- New York: visitor visa
- London: visitor visa and 2026 local requirements
- New Delhi: visitor visa
- New Delhi: eVisa system launched
- Singapore: eVisa nationality list
- Tokyo: ETA-IL exemptions, including airport transit
- Bern: business documents and work/volunteer sponsorship
- New York: student visa
- Los Angeles: A/2 validity and local requirements
- Atlanta: student and accompanying-family requirements
- London: work visa
- Population and Immigration Authority: family members of students or clergy
- Population and Immigration Authority: A/1 temporary residence
- Foreign Ministry: consular fee chart dated 1 January 2026
Embassies for this trip
For lost passports and emergencies.
Coming from Albania
- Plugs C HAdapter for some
- MoneyILS ₪
- Time+1h
- DrivingOn the rightSame as home
- LanguageArabic
- Emergency100 police101 ambulance
Planning your Israel trip
Best time to go: April, May, October and November are popular when security conditions allow. Summers are very hot, while winter can bring heavy rain and cold weather in the mountains.
- Holy and historic sitesThe country has major pilgrimage sites linked to Judaism, Christianity, Islam and the Baha'i Faith.
- MasadaThe historic landscape includes a Roman siege camp on a neighbouring mountain.
- National parks and nature reservesAbout 75 parks and reserves offer scenery and history. Many provide maps and explanations in English.
- Eilat's Red Sea coastThe reefs offer accessible snorkelling and diving. The Marine Park around Moses Rock is a highlight.
Scams to watch for in Israel
- Taxi meter refusal and inflated fixed faresThe driver leaves the meter off, claims it is broken, or pushes a fixed fare that benefits the driver. You may then face a demand for too much money at the end. Some drivers become aggressive during payment disputes.
- Taxi detours to increase the fareThe driver takes a longer route than needed while the meter runs. A working meter alone does not prevent this.
- Theft of unattended beach belongingsSomeone takes belongings left on the beach while their owner swims or moves away. The risk of beach theft is high.
About Israel
Israel is a parliamentary republic on the eastern Mediterranean, bordering Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon.
- Capital
- Jerusalem
- Money
- Israeli new shekel (₪)
- Languages
- Arabic, Hebrew
- Time zone
- UTC+02:00
- Cars drive on the
- right side
- Calling code
- +972
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Questions
Are there special rules for Albanian citizens visiting Israel?
Where can Albanian citizens enter Israel?
Only through: Foreign nationals entering Israel through Ben Gurion Airport are issued an entry permit upon arrival, which serves as proof of legal stay and must be retained until departure., Admission is determined solely by Israeli border and immigration authorities at the airport..
Do albanian citizens need a visa for Israel?
Albanian citizens need an eTA, a short online form, before flying to Israel.
How long can albanian citizens stay in Israel?
Up to 90 days each visit with the eta needed rule. Staying longer can mean a fine or a ban from coming back.
Where do I apply online for Israel?
Only on Israel's official government website. Avoid agents and look-alike sites that add fees. Apply before you book anything you can't cancel.
Do israeli citizens need a visa for Albania?
Israeli citizens do not need a visa for Albania. Show your passport at the border and stay up to 90 days.
Do other Europe passports get easier entry to Israel?
Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium Bulgaria, and 5 more can enter without applying before they travel.
Which countries near Israel are easier for albanian citizens?
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Oman Palestine, and 3 more let albanian citizens in without applying before travel.
What should I carry to Israel?
Apply for the eTA on Israel's official government website, never a reseller. Apply before you book non-refundable travel; most approvals come back quickly.
What money is used in Israel?
Israeli new shekel (₪). Carry some cash for arrival, especially if a visa fee is paid at the border.
What language do people speak in Israel?
Arabic and Hebrew.
How strong is the Albania passport?
It ranks #43 and reaches 108 destinations without applying ahead.
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