{"id":6981,"date":"2024-09-27T08:38:59","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T06:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expatfeliu.com\/?p=6981"},"modified":"2024-09-27T08:38:59","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T06:38:59","slug":"new-online-travel-israel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expatfeliu.com\/en\/actualidad\/new-online-travel-israel\/","title":{"rendered":"NEW ONLINE TRAVEL PERMIT REQUIRED FOR VISA-FREE VISITORS TO ISRAEL BEGINNING JANUARY 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Starting from <strong>January 1, 2025<\/strong>, travelers from visa-exempt countries, including <strong>Spain<\/strong>, will be required to obtain an <strong>Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL)<\/strong> before entering <strong>Israel<\/strong>. This new regulation will apply to major airports such as <strong>Tel Aviv-Ben Gurion (TLV)<\/strong>, <strong>Eilat-Ramon (ETM)<\/strong>, and <strong>Haifa (HFA)<\/strong>, and will be mandatory for both tourists and business travelers.<\/p>\n<p>Initially, this requirement was set to come into effect on <strong>August 1, 2024<\/strong>, but its implementation was postponed until <strong>January 2025<\/strong> after a thorough review following feedback from the <strong>pilot program<\/strong> that began on <strong>July 1, 2024<\/strong>. The delay allows Israeli authorities to fine-tune the system and ensure a smooth transition for travelers.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>ETA-IL Requirements and Validity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>ETA-IL<\/strong> must be approved by Israeli authorities at least <strong>72 hours<\/strong> before travelers arrive in Israel. Therefore, it is highly recommended that visitors plan ahead and apply in advance. Once approved, the ETA will be valid for <strong>two years<\/strong>, allowing multiple entries with stays of up to <strong>three months<\/strong> per visit.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to note that the ETA is linked to the traveler&#8217;s <strong>passport<\/strong>. If there are any changes to the <strong>passport<\/strong>, <strong>name<\/strong>, <strong>gender<\/strong>, or <strong>nationality<\/strong>, a <strong>new ETA application<\/strong> will be required.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>How to Apply for the ETA-IL<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL)<\/strong> application must be submitted online via the official Israeli government website: <a href=\"https:\/\/israel-entry.piba.gov.il\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/israel-entry.piba.gov.il<\/a>. During the <strong>pilot phase<\/strong>, which runs until <strong>December 31, 2024<\/strong>, the application is <strong>free<\/strong> of charge, and the ETA will not be required for entry. However, from <strong>January 2025<\/strong>, the ETA is expected to have an associated fee, though the amount has yet to be confirmed.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Travel to the West Bank and Additional Permits<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>For travelers planning non-tourist visits to the <strong>West Bank<\/strong>, since <strong>October 20, 2022<\/strong>, a <strong>pre-entry permit<\/strong> has been required. Generally, entry to the West Bank is made through the <strong>Allenby-King Hussein Bridge border crossing<\/strong>, so it is crucial to verify specific requirements before traveling.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Recommendations for Travelers Planning to Visit Israel in 2025<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check entry requirements<\/strong>: Travelers planning to visit Israel from <strong>January 1, 2025<\/strong>, should review the entry requirements well in advance to ensure compliance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apply for the ETA<\/strong>: Complete the <strong>ETA-IL application<\/strong> at least <strong>72 hours<\/strong> before departure and ensure that your <strong>passport<\/strong> is valid for the duration of your stay.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be aware of associated costs<\/strong>: While the ETA-IL is free during the pilot phase, travelers should expect potential fees starting in 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>With this new regulation, Israel joins other countries that have implemented <strong>electronic travel authorization systems<\/strong> to enhance <strong>border security<\/strong> and streamline the <strong>flow of tourists<\/strong>. The introduction of the ETA-IL aims to provide a more efficient and secure entry process for both travelers and immigration authorities.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, travelers can visit the official website of the <strong>Israeli Population, Immigration, and Border Authority.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.feliu.biz\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.feliu.biz<\/a>\u00a0\u2502\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.expatfeliu.com\/\">www.expatfeliu.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Starting from January 1, 2025, travelers from visa-exempt countries, including Spain, will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL) before entering Israel. This new regulation will apply to major airports such as Tel Aviv-Ben Gurion (TLV), Eilat-Ramon (ETM), and Haifa (HFA), and will be mandatory for both tourists and business travelers. 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