Israel Tourist Visa for Indians: How to Apply & Requirements

Do Indians need a visa for Israel?

Yes. Indian nationals must have a valid visa to enter Israel. The nation does not provide visa-free access to Indian passport holders, whether their visit is for tourism or business activities.

The Israel tourist visa allows Indian nationals to enter the country for sightseeing, visiting family or friends, or attending conferences. You can apply for a tourist visathrough Atlysor a visa application centre.

Is there an Israel visa on arrival for Indian passport holders?

No. There is no visa-on-arrival facility for Indian nationals. Before going on their trip, Indian citizens must apply for an Israeli visa. You can easily apply for your visa on Atlys or through an approved visa application centre.

Israel visa requirements for Indian nationals

When applying for a tourist visa, ensure you have the following documents:

• Online application form: You must complete and submit the online visa application form with your signature.

• Valid travel document: A passport valid for at least 6 months (with at least 2 blank pages). In addition, you will need to submit all previous passports that you possess.

• Passport copies: A copy of your passport's front and last page, arranged to fit on a single page.

• Photographs: You must provide 2 passport-sized photos (size: 5.5 cm X 5.5 cm) with a white background.

• Personal bank A/C statement: You must provide bank statements for the last 4 months. If you have a salaried account, provide the statement of that account.

• Salary slip: Provide salary slips for the last 4 months.

• ID copy: Photocopy of Aadhaar Card.

• Original copy of the Approval Letter/ NOC from the place of work: The letter must mention your name, designation, date of joining, passport no., purpose of travel, duration of stay, and be signed by an authorized signatory with their contact details.

• Original cover letter: Your cover letter must be addressed to the Consulate General of Israel, Delhi (or another Embassy of Israel's office where you are applying for your Israel Visa). It must include your name, passport number, travel itinerary details, and the purpose of the visit.

• Invitation letter: If you're invited by a friend or relative in Israel, attach the invitation letter in Hebrew, along with the invitee's ID copy and contact details. Suppose you're invited by someone who's working or studying in Israel. In that case, you must attach an invitation letter from the employer, academic institute, or university for the family members.

Understanding embassy jurisdiction

"Embassy Jurisdiction" indicates the specific embassy authorised to handle your application based on your residential location. The Israeli Embassy does not manage visa applications directly; it delegates this responsibility to authorised visa application centres. Below we will clarify which application centre is responsible for your state.

You can only apply at the visa application centre that overlooks the visa application of your state.

Currently, India has 4 Israel visa application centres, and these are in Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai, and Kolkata. Here's the list of which states fall under which jurisdiction:

Mumbai Centre:

Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.

Delhi and Kolkata Centre:

Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, Mizoram, West Bengal, Assam, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura, Nagaland, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar, Daman & Diu, Lakshadweep, Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar.

Bangalore Centre:

Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.

Atlys will submit your passport and documents to the correct jurisdiction based on your home address.

Visa fees for Indians

The Israel visa for Indians is ₹10,500.

*The Israeli visa fees for Indian nationals will be charged as per the exchange rate on the day of the application.

Israel visa application process for Indians

Our top priority is to ensure clarity and convenience for our readers. When acquiring an Israel tourist visa, you have two choices: effortlessly apply via Atlys or apply through a visa application centre by yourself.

Visa Application Through Atlys

To get your visa on time, here's a quick overview of what to expect when applying online through Atlys.

1. 1

   Start your application:VisitAtlys's online portalto start your Israel tourist visa application.

2. 2

   Provide travel information:Fill in your travel dates and the number of people you're applying for.

3. 3

   Pay and submit:Complete your application by submitting it and paying the required visa fees using your preferred payment method.

4. 4

   Passport pickup:Atlys will arrange to collect your physical documents from you. Your documents and passport will be safely stored at our Atlys Fulfilment Centre until the date of submission.

5. 5

   Atlys Submits Your Application:Once you've submitted your application, Atlys will handle all the necessary paperwork and submit your application to the Israel application centre based on the jurisdiction of your passport.

6. 6

   Visa Outcome:Atlys will inform you of the visa outcome. If your visa is approved, we will return your passport and visa to your doorstep.

You do not have to visit the embassy in person if you apply throughAtlys.

How to apply by yourself?

You first need to check which application centre falls under your jurisdiction. After knowing the Israel visa application centre for your state, carefully follow the below-mentioned steps:

1. 1

   Gather the required documents: Collect the correct supporting documents to meet the visa requirements. Your documents will be submitted on the day of your appointment.

2. 2

   Complete and submit the Israel visa application form: Fill and submit the visa application form. Once complete, download and print a copy to be submitted alongside your other documents.

3. 3

   Schedule the visa appointment: Book an appointment through the application centre where you plan to apply. You can call or mail the designated office. It is wise to schedule your appointment in advance to get a slot well ahead of your travel dates.

4. 4

   Attend your visa appointment: You will submit your documents, and officials will collect your biometric information. You will also need to pay the fee during the appointment (in cash).

5. 5

   Track the status: After the appointment and payment of the visa fee, you do not have to call the Consulate or the Embassy to know the status of your application. You can easily do so by visiting the official Israel visa website and clicking the "Track your Application" tab at the top. As per the official website, it takes around a minimum of three weeks (only working days) to process the application.

6. 6

   Receive your Israeli visa: Once approved, you must visit the application centre to collect the visa. Alternatively, you can assign a representative to collect your documents on your behalf, provided they carry a photo ID and an authority letter from the applicant.

Receive your approved Israel visa for Indians

Once you've submitted your visa application, it enters the processing phase. An application can be easily delayed; therefore, apply as soon as possible.

Through Atlys:

Upon approval of your visa, Atlys will send you a notification confirming its approval, allowing you to download and print the e-visa for your convenience while travelling.

Through the visa application centre:

The visa application centre will not send any visa notifications unless you have paid for it; you must verify your visa status manually. Once your visa is approved, you will be able to collect your passport and visa from the application centre.

Israel visa information for Indians

How to check Israel Visa status?

Once you have applied for your Israel visa for Indians, you can do a visa check online with the following steps:

1. 1

   Visit the Israel government website.

2. 2

   In the menu bar, click "Visa Status".

3. 3

   Provide your application ID.

4. 4

   Provide your passport.

5. 5

   Enter the captcha.

6. 6

   Lastly, click on login to see your visa status.

Apply with Atlys and easily track the status through the Atlys app.

Processing time for an Israel visa for Indians

The visa processing time can take up to 35 days or more once submitted at the visa application centre. It does not include the time spent filling out the online form, waiting for an appointment, or scheduling courier services.

You can expect to spend more than a month applying for your visa. On Atlys, you can apply online and receive your visa guaranteed within 31 days.

Visa validity & duration of stay

The Israel visa is valid for 30 days from the date of issue and allows for a stay of up to 30 days.