Skip to content
4 ways to enter

Israel visas

Israel business visa

Business visitors can use ETA-IL, an e-Visa or a B/2 visitor visa, depending on nationality.

Ways to get a Israel business visa

  1. ETA-IL (online travel permit)

    eTA needed

    Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-exempt countries, including European Union member states, can use ETA-IL for business visits.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Valid for
    2 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
    Fee
    ILS 25.

    Passports that qualify (102)

    1. Check that your nationality qualifies.
    2. Obtain ETA-IL before travelling.

  2. B/2 business e-Visa

    eVisa

    Nationals of India and Sri Lanka may apply online for business visits.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Valid for
    Up to 90 days.
    Fee
    ILS 100.

    Passports that qualify (2)

  3. B/2 visitor visa for business

    Visa needed

    Business visitors from countries that require a visa can apply through an Israeli diplomatic mission.

    Stay
    Up to 90 days.
    Fee
    ILS 100; EUR 26; USD 27.

  4. B/2 business visit extension

    Other permit

    Visitors seeking to extend a business visit can use the visitor visa extension route.

    Fee
    ILS 195.

Who needs it

Business visitors who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa.

Who doesn't

Nationals of visa-exempt countries can make business visits of up to 90 days with ETA-IL.

How to apply

  1. Check whether your nationality qualifies for ETA-IL.
  2. Obtain ETA-IL before travelling.

What to bring

  • An accepted passport.

Good to know

  • Working requires permission to work.
  • Leave before your permitted stay ends, unless you extend your visit or change your visa status.
  • A B/2 business visit extension costs ILS 195.

Questions

Do I need a business visa for Israel?

Business visitors who do not qualify for a visa exemption need a visa. Nationals of visa-exempt countries can make business visits of up to 90 days with ETA-IL.

What are the ways to get a business visa for Israel?

There are 4 options: ETA-IL (online travel permit) (an online travel permit); B/2 business e-Visa (an online visa); B/2 visitor visa for business (a visa from an embassy); B/2 business visit extension (a special permit).

Can I apply online for Israel?

Yes: ETA-IL (online travel permit) and B/2 business e-Visa. Ordinary passport holders from the listed visa-exempt countries, including European Union member states, can use ETA-IL for business visits.

How long can I stay on a Israel business visa?

Up to 90 days.

How much does a Israel business visa cost?

ETA-IL: ILS 25.

How long is a Israel business visa valid?

ETA-IL: 2 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.

What documents do I need for a Israel business visa?

An accepted passport..

How do I apply for a Israel business visa?

1. 1. Check whether your nationality qualifies for ETA-IL. 2. 2. Obtain ETA-IL before travelling.

What rules do I have to follow on a Israel business visa?

Working requires permission to work. Leave before your permitted stay ends, unless you extend your visit or change your visa status.

Does my passport change whether I need a business visa for Israel?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Israel visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Reviewed by