How to get a Israel visa from Egypt
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Egyptian passport holders travelling to Israel.
Visa types & fees
3 visa options for travelling to Israel.
Student visa
Visitor Visa
Work visa
Application requirements
Documents Egyptian applicants need to provide.
- Passport with a validity of at least three months from the intended date of exiting the country. The passport must have at least two blank pages.
- Correctly completed visa application form which is signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof that the applicant is capable of taking care of him/her self while in the country.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Proof of civil status.
Visa type details
Visitor Visa
- This visa is issued to foreigners traveling to Israel for the purposes of tourism, leisure, or business for a short period of time.
- Visitors in Israel may also visit their friends or relatives who have invited them.
- Foreigners who have the intention of studying in a Hebrew uplan may also be granted this visa.
- A person who is in Israel on the Visitor Visa is not permitted to take up paid or unpaid employment.
- If you want an extension to this visa, an application for extension should be submitted at one of the regional population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior.
- Minor children and spouse of the holders of the Visitor Visa may accompany him/her using the A/4 visa.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
- Applicants who are employed should ensure they present a letter from their employer confirming their leave. The letter must also state the job position, length of employment, and the salary level of the applicant.
- This visa type will not be issued to minors without a signed letter of consent from their parents. The original copy of their birth certificate is also required.
Work visa
- This visa is for those visiting Israel for work for a limited period of time.
- Eligible applicants of this visa include experts and artists, among others. This visa cannot be granted without the approval of the Ministry of the Interior.
- It is necessary for the applicant to be interviewed before this visa is issued to him/her.
- A verified certificate of good conduct is required.
- A medical report gotten hospitals or clinics recognized by the Embassy of Israel should be provided. The certificate must cover results of blood test, tuberculosis, hepatitis, and AIDS.
- Applicants who do not have the right qualification that matches the job they have been offered will not be granted this visa.
- A copy of your Curriculum Vitae or Resume should be provided.
- Foreigners who require an extension to this visa may apply to one of the population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior.
- You are required to return to your home country on or before this visa expires.
Student visa
- Eligible applicants of the Student Visa are those who want to study in elementary and high schools, yeshivot and youth institutions of the Jewish Agency.
- An acceptance letter from the academic institution the applicant has been accepted to should be provided. The letter should state the course the applicant will be studying and the duration of the programme.
- Before initiating the visa application, ensure you have been accepted to study in the institution of your choice.
- This visa is valid for up to one year and for multiple entrances and exits.
- Foreigners in Israel on this visa are not permitted work or be paid for any of the services they render during their time in the country.
- If the applicant is a minor, he/she should ensure that he/she has a written consent signed by both of his/her parents.
- Students who have been accepted to study in Israel should present proof that tuition fee payment has been made is on partial or no scholarship.
- Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.
A/4 (Visa for Spouse and Children)
- This visa is issued to spouses and children of recipients of the Visitor Visa.
- The application form for an A/4 should be filled and signed, and attached to the application form of the person they are accompanying.
- A/4 visa is issued for the purpose of sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation.
- Birth certificate and marriage certificate which shows proof of family ties should be presented during the visa application process.
- Foreigners in Israel on this visa are not allowed to work.
- Receipt which shows that the visa application fee has been paid in full is required.
- You are expected to leave the country on or before this visa expires.
- Holders of this visa should ensure they abide by all the rules guiding this visa.
Where to apply
Israel embassy & visa application centers in Egypt.
Cairo
| Day | Opens | Closes |
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| Mon | 10:00 | 12:30 |
| Tue | 10:00 | 12:30 |
| Wed | 10:00 | 12:30 |
| Thu | 10:00 | 12:30 |
| Fri | — | — |
| Sat | — | — |
| Sun | 10:00 | 12:30 |
Frequently asked questions
Can I enter Israel with Arab country stamps on my passport
Passports stamped in Arab countries is not a legitimate reason to refuse entrance into Israel. The sole responsibility for entrance and departure is given to the population and immigration authority.
Can I ask border control in Israel not to stamp my passport
What is the official currency used in Israel
Can an Egyptian study in Israel
Yes, an Egyptian can study in Israel. The website of the graduate school of the Weizmann Institute of Science states that admission is not based on race, gender, religion, color, or disability.
Is it safe for an Egyptian to go to Israel
Egyptians will neither be mistreated nor abused by Israelis. It is relatively safe for Egyptians to visit Israel.