Israel visa for Ethiopian citizens

Ethiopian passport holders planning a journey to Israel will find that a visa is required, reflecting the deep historical and cultural connections between the two nations, especially pertinent for the significant Beta Israel community. A range of six visa types are available, from tourist and work visas to student and family reunification options, each with an associated processing fee. Connecting flights from Addis Ababa to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport are common, making the journey practical for those intending a typical tourist stay or longer visits. While Hebrew is the official language, English is widely understood in Israel's major cities and tourist sites, ensuring easier navigation for travelers exploring the country's rich heritage.

Visa required· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
3+ months

Visa options

TouristETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization)
90d$7multiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
TouristB/2 Visa (Tourism / Visiting / Business Meetings / Medical Tourism / Short-term Study)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
WorkB/1 Work Visa
Apply
StudentA/2 Student Visa
Apply
OtherA/3 Clergy Visa
Apply
FamilyA/4 Visa for Spouses and Children
Apply
HumanitarianB/4 Volunteer Visa
Apply
OtherA/1 Temporary Resident Visa
Apply
StudentA/2 Student Visa (Multi-entry variant)
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherA/1 Temporary Resident Visa (Multi-entry variant)
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherA/3 Clergy Visa (Multi-entry variant)
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyA/4 Spouse and Children Visa (Multi-entry variant)
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkB/1 Work Visa (Multi-entry variant)
multiple-entry
Apply
TouristETA-IL (pilot period fee waiver)
90d$0multiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply

Visa on arrival for groups of 10+ with ministry confirmation.

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