Get the United States visa for Israeli citizens

Q: Do Israeli citizens need a visa for the United States?

No, Israeli citizens do not need a visa for short stays in United States for tourism purposes . However, they must complete a United States ESTA before traveling.

Q: How long can Israeli citizens stay in the United States?

Israeli citizens can stay in United States for up to 90 days per visit under the US ESTA rules.

Q: Do Israeli citizens need an ESTA when transiting through the United States?

Yes, Israeli citizens require an ESTA for airport transit in United States , even if they remain in the international transit area and do not pass through immigration.

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United States visa requirements for Israeli citizens

Israeli citizens don’t need a visa to visit the United States for short stays (tourism, business, visiting family, or short study). However, they must have a US ESTA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before traveling.

iVisa offers one US entry document for Israeli citizens:

United States ESTA: A mandatory travel authorisation for visa-exempt travelers. It allows multiple entries over 2 years (or until the passport expires), with stays of up to 90 days per visit.

General United States entry requirements for Israeli travelers are:
An Israeli passport valid for the duration of the stay
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Additional documents may be required depending on the purpose of travel

United States visa cost for Israeli citizens

United States ESTA

Prices starting from ₪319.99

Valid for 2 years after issued

Multiple entry

Stay up to 90 days per entry

Get it as fast as 1 hour

Fast facts

Interview needed?

When to apply?

At least 24 hours before travel

Documents required upon arrival?

Valid Israeli passport (valid for entire stay), US ESTA, proof of return/onward travel (if requested)

How to apply for a United States visa with iVisa

Complete your online application

Answer a few simple questions, determine whether you need the US ESTA, United States B1/B2 (tourist or business) visa, or another US visa or document, pay securely, and upload your documents. You can save your progress and come back anytime.

We'll guide you through any unclear questions during the application process.

We review your application

The USA visa system can be complicated for Israeli citizens, but don't worry – we review your whole application to catch anything that might cause delays.

We submit it for government processing

We're not the United States government, but we review your application for accuracy and submit it directly to them. If anything goes wrong, we're here 24/7 to help resolve it – no long wait times, no confusing forms, just expert support from start to finish.

Get your USA visa

We'll email your approved USA document and let you know how to use it for your trip from Israel to the USA.

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United States visa FAQs

What Israeli travelers commonly ask about United States visas

Do Israeli citizens need a visa for the United States?

No, Israeli citizens do not need a visa for short stays in United States for tourism purposes. However, they must complete a United States ESTA before traveling.

What is the processing time for the United States ESTA for Israeli citizens?

The United States ESTA is processed almost immediately after submission, but can take up to 3 days.

Processing times may vary depending on your application details and whether additional checks are required.

How long can Israeli citizens stay in the United States?

Israeli citizens can stay in United States for up to 90 days per visit under the US ESTA rules.

Do Israeli citizens need an ESTA when transiting through the United States?

Yes, Israeli citizens require an ESTA for airport transit in United States, even if they remain in the international transit area and do not pass through immigration.