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Israel Visa Requirements for United Arab Emirates Citizens

eTA · 90 days

United Arab Emirates passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Israel for stays of up to 90 days.

Source: Israel Population and Immigration Authority — ETA-IL eligibility check · checked 3 Oct 2026

Apply online for eTA to Israel

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How to get your eTA for Israel in three steps

  1. Complete the application online with your United Arab Emirates passport details.
  2. Pay the fee — 25 ILS by card.
  3. Check your inbox — the approval is linked to your passport.
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ETA-IL electronic travel authorization

eTA
Fee
25 ILS
Max stay
90 days

The Population and Immigration Authority says you cannot get a refund after you apply. It says an ETA-IL stays valid for up to 2 years, or until the current passport expires, whichever comes first.

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What the Israel visa rules mean for United Arab Emirates travellers

United Arab Emirates citizens do not need a full visa for Israel, but they must obtain an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) online before they fly — valid for stays of up to 90 days. An eTA is linked to your passport number and is usually approved within minutes to a few days; airlines check it at check-in, so apply before you book non-refundable travel.

The main option is the ETA-IL electronic travel authorization, which costs 25 ILS.

Documents to prepare

Whatever your visa status, Israel applies the same entry conditions to every traveller:

  • Passport validity: The Population and Immigration Authority says that to apply for an ETA-IL your passport must be valid for at least three months from the date of your arrival in Israel. The UK government tells British citizens their pas…
  • Travel insurance: No official source we could read states an insurance requirement for visa-exempt visitors travelling on an ETA-IL. The Population and Immigration Authority lists, among the documents for an eVisa-B2 tourist visa, health…
  • Return or onward ticket: The Population and Immigration Authority lists round trip tickets to Israel among the documents for an eVisa-B2 tourist visa. No official source we could read states a ticket requirement for visa-exempt visitors travell…
  • Proof of funds: No official source we could read states a fixed amount. The Population and Immigration Authority asks eVisa-B2 applicants for proof of monetary means: bank account statements for the last three months, approval from the…

Israel entry rules compared

Israel does not grant visa-free entry to any passport, issues eVisas to 3 and requires an embassy visa from 93. United Arab Emirates citizens are treated the same way as Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, Mongolia and Philippines. Overall the United Arab Emirates passport ranks #2 in the world with 128 visa-free destinations.

More travel options

Planning a longer trip in Asia? With a United Arab Emirates passport you can also visit 24 countries in the region without a visa, including Bahrain, Brunei, China, Hong Kong, Iran, Jordan, Japan and Kyrgyzstan.

In the other direction, Israel citizens need visa on arrival to visit United Arab Emirates.

Flag of IsraelEntry requirements for Israel

Passport validity

90 days

The Population and Immigration Authority says that to apply for an ETA-IL your passport must be valid for at least three months from the date of your arrival in Israel. The UK government tells British citizens their passport must have an expiry date at least 90 days after the date they arrive.

Israel Population and Immigration Authority — About ETA-IL✓ Checked 3 Oct 2026

Proof of funds

No official source we could read states a fixed amount. The Population and Immigration Authority asks eVisa-B2 applicants for proof of monetary means: bank account statements for the last three months, approval from the bank of financial feasibility, or a document attesting to sufficient funds for the visit.

Population and Immigration Authority — eVisa-B2 tourist visa: required documents✓ Checked 2 Oct 2026

Customs allowances

ILS 50,000

Israel's Tax Authority says anyone entering or leaving Israel must report cash, bank cheques, travellers' cheques, bearer securities, negotiable instruments and payment cards worth ILS 50,000 or more at any border crossing, and ILS 12,000 or more at the Nizana, Jordan River, Yitzhak Rabin and Taba crossings and the Allenby Border Crossing, which has its own online reporting service.

Israel Tax Authority (gov.il) — Declare bringing money into and out of Israel (Customs form 84)✓ Checked 4 Oct 2026

Frequently asked questions

Do UAE citizens need a visa for Israel?

United Arab Emirates passport holders need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to Israel for stays of up to 90 days.

How long can United Arab Emirates citizens stay in Israel?

Up to 90 days. Overstaying can lead to fines, deportation and an entry ban.

How much does a Israel visa cost for United Arab Emirates citizens?

ETA-IL electronic travel authorization: 25 ILS.

How do United Arab Emirates citizens apply for a Israel eTA?

Apply online before you travel on the official portal (israel-entry.piba.gov.il). Approval is linked to your passport, so travel with the same passport you applied with.

How long must my passport be valid to enter Israel?

The Population and Immigration Authority says that to apply for an ETA-IL your passport must be valid for at least three months from the date of your arrival in Israel. The UK government tells British citizens their passport must have an expiry date at least 90 days after the date they arrive.

Data: TravelRequirements.info — Entry Requirements Dataset, AXG Sp. z o.o. (CC BY 4.0). Entry rules can change — confirm with official sources before travel.

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