Your next step, made clear
An electronic travel authorisation is linked to your trip or passport. Arrange it before departure.
Prepare your application
Check your ordinary passport on the official eligibility service, then apply for approval before departing for Israel.
Submit through the official channel
Use Israel ETA-IL. Check the current instructions and total government charges before paying.
Review the decision before departure
Check the passport details, dates and entry conditions on the permission you receive.
Check your trip dates
Count your travel days and compare your passport expiry with the entry rule.
What to prepare for your trip
Check each item as you prepare it. Labels show which documents are required, conditional, or recommended.
Your circumstances may require additional documents. Ticks track preparation, not eligibility or admission.
Costs & timing
Government charges and decision times for this route. Check the official service for your final fee.
Government fees
- Online authorisation
- ILS 25
Decision time
Up to 3 calendar days
The authority says a decision is normally sent within 72 hours. Apply earlier if further review may be needed.
A processing estimate is not a guaranteed travel date.
Permission validity
2 years
Or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.
Validity is separate from how long you can stay on each visit.
Practical tips for Israel
Small preparation steps to keep your travel information within reach.
Apply before making nonrefundable bookings
PIBA recommends submitting the ETA-IL at least 72 hours before booking flights or accommodation.
Review details before submitting
The official portal says a submitted ETA-IL form cannot be corrected; submit a new form if you discover an error afterward.
Israel at a glance
- Capital
- Jerusalem
- Currency
- ILS
- Calling code
- +972
Questions for this route
Do travelers with an ordinary passport from Austria need a visa for Israel?
For tourism in Israel, travelers using an ordinary passport from Austria should arrange electronic travel authorisation before travel. Check your ordinary passport on the official eligibility service, then apply for approval before departing for Israel. The published short-visit limit is 90 days per visit; follow any shorter period on your granted permission.
How long can I stay in Israel?
The short-visit limit is 90 days per visit. Your actual permission can be shorter; check the dates and conditions you receive.
How much passport validity do I need?
At least 3 months after arrival.
How much is the government fee?
ILS 25 per person (online application). Check the official payment page for exemptions and any additional charges.
How long does a decision take?
Up to 3 calendar days. The authority says a decision is normally sent within 72 hours. Apply earlier if further review may be needed.
How long is the authorisation valid?
2 years, or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. This is different from the permitted length of each visit.
What if I’m going to work, study or stay longer?
This guide is for a short tourist visit on an ordinary passport. It does not establish eligibility for employment, study or residence. Use the destination’s official guidance for your actual purpose.
Does my country of residence change the answer?
Passport nationality and legal residence are different. This page starts with your passport. Residence can change where you apply and which application channel is available; an existing visa or residence permit may also create an exception. Check the official eligibility guidance for your circumstances.
Official websites
Use these government websites to confirm requirements and complete any application.
About this guide
This guide covers short tourist visits on an ordinary passport. Your nationality, residence, travel document and purpose can affect the entry conditions. Check the linked official guidance before travel; the border authority decides admission and your permitted stay.
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