Israel visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Israeli Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Singaporeans can visit Israel for tourism for up to 90 days without a visa. 
  • Travellers must have onward or return tickets and enough money to cover the expenses of their stay.
  • Blue entry cards are issued to visitors on arrival and should be retained until departure. Passports are generally not stamped at entry and exit.
  • There are no certificates of vaccination required to enter Israel.
  • There are no minimum requirement for passport validity but your passport validity should exceed your authorized stay and airlines may decline board if a traveller has less than six months validity on his or her passport.
  • Visitors are required to declare currencies up to 50,000 shekels or more when entering or exiting Israel by air and 12,000 shekels if entering or exiting by land.
  • Cats, dogs and birds are allowed into the country provided that the  owner presents a written statement of ownership and health certificate.
  • Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
  • Israel Standard Time is 2 hours ahead Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+2),  hence Singapore is 6 hours ahead of Israel.
  • The total flight duration from Singapore to Israel is 10 hours, 23 minutes
  • In Israel, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and H. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Drug offences come with heavy penalties including long prison sentences and heavy fines. Pack your own luggage and be cautious about accepting ‘gifts’ from strangers or new acquaintances.
  • Identification must be presented on request. Carry a copy of your passport and entry card with you at all times.
  • Temperatures in Israel vary widely, especially during the winter. Coastal areas, such as those of Tel Aviv and Haifa have a typical Mediterranean climate with cool, rainy winters and long, hot summers.
  • With scarce water resources, Israel has developed various water-saving technologies, including drip irrigation.
  • Israel was established as a homeland for the Jewish people and is often referred to as a Jewish state because it is considered to be the only country in the world where life revolves around the Hebrew lifestyle.  
  • Hebrew and Arabic are Israel's two official languages.
  • Beaches, archaeological, historical and biblical sites and unique geography are Israel’s main tourist attractions.
  • The Israel Museum in Jerusalem is one of Israel's most important cultural institutions and houses the Dead Sea Scrolls along with an extensive collection of Judaica and European art.
  • Work and school holidays are determined by the Jewish holiday and the official day of rest is Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath.
  • Modern healthcare facilities are generally available but can be expensive. Purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel to Israel?

It is safe to visit  Israel but tourists are advised  to avoid crowds, especially demonstrations and protests and to be aware of  their surroundings.

Are visitors allowed to drink alcohol in Israel?

There is generally a relaxed attitude towards alcohol consumption in Israel. The drinking age of 18 is loosely enforced and bars stay open until the last customer stumbles home.

What is the weather like?
You should expect long, hot and dry summers throughout the country, and cooler, rainy winters.

Will my cell phone work in Israel?

If you have an international usage plan with your carrier, it will work.