Israel ETA-IL

Q: How long is it valid?

Up to two years or until passport expiry.

Q: How long can I stay?

Up to 90 days per visit as authorised.

Q: When did it become mandatory?

1 January 2025 for visa-exempt travellers.

Q: Where is the official application?

https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/.

Last checked: 19 October 2026 · Electronic travel authorisations

Since 1 January 2025, travellers from Israel’s visa-exempt countries need an approved ETA-IL before departure. Holders of a valid visa and people within an official exemption do not need one ^1,2. The fee is NIS25. An approval is valid for up to two years or until the passport expires, and each visit can be authorised for up to 90 days ^1,2.

Required since: 1 January 2025 ¹
Fee: NIS25 ^1,2
Validity: Up to 2 years or passport expiry ¹
Visit: Up to 90 days ^1,2
Decision target: Within 72 hours ³
Checked: 19 October 2026

Who needs ETA-IL

ETA-IL is for travellers who are exempt from obtaining an Israeli visitor visa. Since 1 January 2025, they must obtain approval before starting the journey ^1,2.

A traveller who already holds the appropriate Israeli visa does not need ETA-IL for that trip. Accredited diplomats, qualifying long-stay visa holders and airline crew on duty are among the stated exemptions ^1,2.

Fee and validity

The government fee is NIS25 and is non-refundable. The approval lasts for up to two years or until the linked passport expires, whichever comes first ^1,2.

A new application is required after a new passport or a change of name, gender or citizenship. ETA-IL does not itself grant two years of stay. A visit can be authorised for up to 90 days ².

Apply on the official site

Use israel-entry.piba.gov.il. Official guidance says a response can be expected within 72 hours and warns applicants to use a gov.il site ³.

Approval permits travel to border control. It does not replace the immigration examination or guarantee admission ².

Before applying

Confirm that the passport nationality is visa-exempt.
Use the passport that will be used for travel.
Apply before departure and allow for the stated 72-hour response window ³.
Save the approval and payment receipt.

Common questions

How much is ETA-IL?

NIS25 ^1,2.

How long is it valid?

Up to two years or until passport expiry ^1,2.

How long can I stay?

Up to 90 days per visit as authorised ^1,2.

When did it become mandatory?

1 January 2025 for visa-exempt travellers ¹.

Where is the official application?

https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/ ^2,3.

Rules and fees change. Check the official site linked above before you apply or pay. Spotted an error? Email [email protected] with the official link.

Sources

UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
A UK ETA costs £20 and lasts 2 years or until your passport expires. Who needs one, who is exempt, how to apply and how to avoid paying extra.
US ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization)
ESTA costs US$40.62 from 16 October 2026 and lasts two years. Who needs it under the Visa Waiver Program, when to apply and the official site.
Canada Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
Canada's eTA costs CAN$7 and lasts up to five years. Who needs it when flying in, who is exempt, processing times and the official site.
South Korea K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization)
K-ETA costs ₩10,000 and lasts 3 years. Who needs it, the temporary waiver for some nationals until 31 December 2026, and the official site.