ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization)：미국 → 이스라엘
US citizens are visa-exempt for Israel — the official visa table lists United States of America passports as "Exempted" — but since January 2025 they must obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) online before travel: 25 NIS, valid for multiple trips over up to two years, with stays of up to 90 days per visit.
Visa-exempt travellers to Israel do not need a visa but must obtain an ETA-IL online before travelling (required since January 2025). An approved ETA-IL lets you stay up to 90 days per visit and is valid for multiple trips over up to two years, or until your passport expires.
- 유효 기간
- Valid for multiple trips over a period of up to two years, or until your passport expires — whichever comes first
- 입국 횟수
- Multiple entry
- 1회 최대 체류 기간
- Up to 90 days per visit
준비 시작 시기
출발일 3일–7일 전에 준비를 시작하십시오.
The official State of Israel B/2 visa table lists United States of America passports as "Exempted" — you do not need a B/2 visa. Since January 2025, citizens from visa-exempt countries must obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) before travelling to Israel.
Have ready a passport issued by a visa-exempt country valid for the duration of your stay, a valid email address and a payment method (Visa, Mastercard or American Express) for the 25 NIS fee.
Complete the ETA-IL application form on the official Israel Entry portal, ensure the information is accurate and pay the 25 NIS application fee. The Population and Immigration Authority recommends applying at least 72 hours before departure.
Most applicants get a response immediately; in certain cases it may take up to 72 hours. If approved, you receive an email with your ETA-IL number, the start date and the terms — keep a copy during your stay. Present it (and your passport) at the border, where the officer makes the final decision on entry.
필요 서류
- Valid passport (visa-exempt country) — A passport issued by a visa-exempt country, valid for at least three months from the date of your arrival in Israel. ✓ 확인됨
- Approved ETA-IL — The email with your ETA-IL number, start date and terms — keep a copy with you during your stay in Israel. ✓ 확인됨
- Valid email address — A valid email address — your ETA-IL result is sent to it. ✓ 확인됨
- Payment card — A valid payment method — Visa, Mastercard or American Express — for the 25 NIS fee. ✓ 확인됨
신청 장소
미국에서의 신청 장소
관할 지역 센터에서 신청You apply online on the official Israel Entry portal of the Population and Immigration Authority — there is no embassy visit. You need a valid passport, an email address and a payment card.
예약 슬롯 확보 — 일찍 예약하십시오 · 커뮤니티 제보, 2026-06-13 확인
- 예약 슬롯은 정해진 공개 일정 없이 일괄 공개됩니다. 대부분 현지 이른 아침, 월요일 오전, 매월 1일 전후에 공개됩니다.
- 인기 영사관（대도시의 프랑스, 이탈리아, 스페인 등）은 새 슬롯이 몇 분 안에 마감될 수 있습니다. 사전에 등록하고 로그인한 상태로 확인하십시오.
- 취소로 인해 하루 종일 슬롯이 풀릴 수 있으므로 '예약 불가'로 표시되더라도 매일 확인하십시오.
- 따라서 허용되는 가장 이른 시기에 신청하십시오. 출발 최대 6개월 전부터 가능합니다. 1~2개월 전까지 기다리면 슬롯이 전혀 남아 있지 않은 경우가 많습니다.
알아두면 좋은 정보
- The ETA-IL requirement has applied to all visa-exempt travellers since 1 January 2025 — visa-free no longer means you can just show up.
- An ETA-IL is valid for multiple trips over up to two years, or until your passport expires — a new passport or a change of name, gender or citizenship requires a new authorization.
- The 25 NIS fee is non-refundable; apply before booking flights and hotels.
- Most applicants get a response immediately, but it can take up to 72 hours — apply at least 72 hours before departure.
- An ETA-IL does not guarantee entry: it only allows you to reach the border crossing, where the border control officer makes the final decision.
