Israel visa requirements for Rwandans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Rwandans visiting Israel

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Israeli Visa.

Israel Visa for Rwandans

Facts about Israel

Tourists who visit Israel confess to the feeling terrible about leaving the country, this is a testament to the fun time they have during their time in Israel. The historical and religious sites in the country are top attractions for tourists who visit the country. Other top attractions in the country are the beach resorts, hiking trails, national parks, and nature reserves. With the plethora of attractions available in the country, tourists are assured of having an exciting time all through their stay. Birders and ornithologists usually take joy in the annual migrations that funnel through Eilat and the Hula Valley as Israel is among the world’s leading destinations for birdwatching.
 
The tourism industry is one of the most important industries in Israel. Tourists have been discouraged by the security problems that would not just go away but the number of tourist visits to the country has picked up recently. In 2017, 3.6 million tourists visited Israel, which was a 25% increase from the number of tourists in the country the previous year. The tourism industry contributed NIS20 billion to the Israeli economy during this period.
 
During your time in Israel, avoid taking photos of people in Muslim and Orthodox Jewish areas. Crimes which involve smuggling and trafficking of illegal drugs can lead to you being sentenced to prison for a long period of time.

The Israeli Embassy in Addis Ababa issues visa for the citizens of Ethiopia, Rwanda, Burundi, and Mozambique.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you wish to enter Israel.
For all visa types, you need to fill out the visa application form and submit all required documents (including photo copies of the original documents). Each person must fill out his/her own form and sign it.
Each person applying for visa must come to the Embassy for a personal interview.
Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Egypt. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza
Some vaccines are recommended or required when traveling to Egypt The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza

Types of Israel Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Business visa 3 DAYS 30 DAYS
Student visa 3 DAYS 1 YEAR
Tourist visa 3 DAYS 30 DAYS

General Requirements for Israel Visa

Israel Business visa Israel Student visa Israel Tourist visa

Israel Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for persons whose stay in Israel is approved for a limited period of time for the purpose of work. This visa is given to experts and artists, among others, and is granted solely with the approval of the Ministry of Interior.
  • The fee is paid by the applicant when the application is submitted to one of the population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior. Upon receipt of approval from the Ministry of the Interior, the mission will issue the B/1 Work visa after interviewing the applicant and obtaining from him the following documents:
  • A verified certificate of good conduct
  • Certification of medical examinations performed in clinics or hospitals recognized by the mission (the certification must cover, inter alia, normal results in tests for tuberculosis, hepatitis, and AIDS) and the results of blood tests.
  • A declaration of the taking of a fingerprint (the State of Israel has begun to take a fingerprint from foreign workers who enter the country to work) and a photograph.
  • A completed application for a visa
  • Two passport pictures (5x5 cm)
  • Note: The Consul may request additional documents.
  • The validity of the B/1 Work visa will be in accordance with Ministry of Interior guidelines. The worker must enter Israel within the period of time specified in the visa and stay in the country as specified in the visa. A person who receives such a visa may apply to one of the population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior to extend the visa.

Israel Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is for those who want to study in Israel in elementary and high schools, academic institutions, yeshivot and youth institutions of the Jewish Agency. The visa is valid for up to one year and for multiple entrances and exits. Recipients of this visa are not permitted to work in Israel.
  •  A minor will not be given a visa without the written consent of both parents or his legal guardian.
  • Completed and signed application for a visa to enter Israel
  • Two passport pictures (5x5 cm)
  • Certification of acceptance for study at a recognized educational institution in Israel
  • Proof that the student has the financial means to pay for his studies and sustenance throughout his stay in Israel
  • A travel document that is valid for at least one year, provided that his country has a diplomatic mission in the State of Israel. If there is no such mission in Israel, the passport must be valid for the entire period of studies and another six months beyond that time

Israel Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is granted to someone who wishes to stay in Israel for only a short time.  A person who enters Israel with this visa is not allowed to work in the State of Israel.
  • This visa is valid for up to three months from the date of issue. The duration of stay in Israel will be determined by the Border Police. A visitor who wishes to extend his visit may submit an application at one of the regional population administration offices of the Ministry of the Interior.
  • Presentation of a travel document that is valid for at least six months beyond the period of stay in Israel. A completed and signed application for a visa to enter Israel.
  • A photocopy of the applicant's travel document
  • Proof of the applicant's sufficient financial means for the visit to Israel (such as bank statements from the last three months)
  • Order for round trip airline tickets to and from Israel
  • Two passport pictures (5x5 cm)
  • Payment of the fee 
  • Please note that the consul may request additional documents.
  • Since the fee is collected for handling the application, it will not be refunded to the applicant if the visa is not issued for any reason.

Israel Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

B1

169.00 (USD)

Student visa

169.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

169.00 (USD)

Israel Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Rwanda

Location

Address

Addis Abbaba

Yeka Sub-city, Kebele 22, House no. 283 P.O. Box: 1266, Addis Ababa

consular@addisababa.mfa.gov.il

+251-11-6-461948 [Please call only from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM(3:00AM - 4:00AM Local time) from Monday to Friday]

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I wear in Israel?
Knee covering skirts, smart-looking tops, long trousers. A veil/shawl (women only; you can buy it at most souvenir shops as well)
Do I need any vaccinations before coming to Israel?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for a trip to Israel. The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Egypt: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia and influenza

Is Israel a visa free country?

No. You require a visa going to Israel

How much does application of visa fee cost for Rwanda ??