Israel Transit Visa for Indians

Unfortunately, Israel does not offer transit visas for foreigners transitioning through Israel. As long as you do not pass through immigration, you can move on to your next flight without a transit visa.

However, if you plan on entering the country as an Indian citizen, you are required to obtain a valid visa for Indian nationals, depending on the purpose of your visit. Israel offers an array of visa options depending on the passport you hold and the reason for your travel.

Israel does not offer the option of visa-on-arrival for foreign visitors, including Indian nationals. Only holders of a diplomatic, official or service passport can enter the country without the need for a visa. These exemptions also come with a 90-day permit of stay during official missions.

Israel offers a visitor visa for Indian nationals wanting to explore the country for a short period. Although the visitor visa is valid for up to three months from the date of issue, the duration of your stay will be determined by the Border Police upon arrival. Apart from tourism, this visa can also be used by individuals visiting Israel for business reasons or to study Hebrew ulpan. It is important to note that individuals visiting Israel under this visa are not allowed to work in the country.

Although there is no Israel transit visa, online applications for a visitor visa are possible. You can apply for tourist or similar visas and submit all the necessary documents, including the application form in person, at the IVP of your jurisdiction. Here is how you can apply for a visa:**

Israel Transit Visa Application / Tourist or Visitor Visa Application

Step 1: Download the Visa application form from the official IVP of Israel.

Step 2: Fill in all details and upload supporting documents correctly.

Step 3: Book an appointment with the IVP of your jurisdiction.

Step 4: Carry along all required documents as well as a print of the online visa application form.

Step 5: Once done with the appointment, pay the due fees and keep the receipt for future reference.

Here is a list of all the documents that you will need for a B/2 tourist visa for Israel.

The overall processing time for a visa application depends on the type of visa that has been applied for. The standard processing time for visas is a minimum of 3 weeks of working days from the day of submission. Fastrack applications submitted in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru have a processing time of around 10-12 working days.

Step 1: Once you arrive at the airport in Israel, proceed towards immigration and border control.

Step 2: You will then undergo security checks.

Step 3: Depending on the results of the security check you can carry on with your journey.

Step 4: Once done, you can proceed to get your luggage and continue with your journey.

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• Since there is no transit or visa-on-arrival, it is essential to obtain a valid Israeli visa before entering the country.

• Ensure all submitted documents are valid and contain the correct information.

• Ensure the visa application form is filled correctly.

• Since the visa processing time can be around a month, it is important to plan the trip accordingly.