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Israel ETA for Australian citizens: requirements, fees 2026
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Israel visa requirements for Australia citizens (2026)

eTA / ETA required · up to 90 days. Australia passport holders do not need a full visa for Israel, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling, it allows stays of up to 90 days. Since 1 Jan 2025 visa-exempt travellers need an approved ETA-IL (25 NIS, valid up to 2 years).

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Estimated processing
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VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated

Israel ETA requirements for Australia citizens

Requirement
eTA / ETA required
Allowed stay
90 days
Processing
1–3 business days

Typical estimate

Documents needed

  • Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport)
  • Email address and a payment card
  • Travel dates and first address
  • Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan

How Australia citizens apply for the Israel ETA

  1. Apply online before you book or at least a few days before you fly.
  2. Enter passport details exactly as printed, typos are the #1 reason for problems.
  3. Pay the fee and wait for approval by email.
  4. Travel with the same passport you applied with.

Official fees

ItemOfficial fee
ETA, official fee for Australia citizens25 NIS
ETA-IL25 NIS

Government fees only, from the official sources below. Visa centre or service fees, where they apply, are extra.

Recent rule changes for Israel

  • 2025-01-01: ETA-IL became mandatory for visa-exempt visitors.

Good to know

  • Valid up to 2 years or until passport expiry; stays up to 90 days per visit.

Easier alternatives for Australia passport holders

Popular destinations with simpler entry for the Australia passport than Israel, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.

DestinationRequirementStay
South KoreaVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free30 days
ThailandVisa-free30 days

Israel at a glance for travellers

  • 101 of 198 passports can enter Israel without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
  • The Australia passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 147 destinations in our dataset.

Sources and last checked

WhatOfficial sourceChecked
Requirement & allowed stayIsrael PIBA: ETA-IL23 Oct 2026
Independent official overviewUK FCDO, Israel entry requirements22 Oct 2026

The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.

Frequently asked questions

Do Australia citizens need a visa for Israel?

Australia passport holders do not need a full visa for Israel, but must get an electronic travel authorization (ETA) online before travelling, it allows stays of up to 90 days. Since 1 Jan 2025 visa-exempt travellers need an approved ETA-IL (25 NIS, valid up to 2 years).

How long can Australia passport holders stay in Israel?

Up to 90 days per visit for tourism. Overstaying can lead to fines or entry bans.

What documents do Australia passport holders need for Israel?

Passport valid 6+ months (the ETA is linked to this passport); Email address and a payment card; Travel dates and first address; Sometimes a digital photo or a passport data-page scan.

How long does the Israel ETA take for Australia passport holders?

1–3 business days (typical estimate). Apply well ahead of your trip. Rush processing is available with Visa and Trips.

How much does a Israel ETA cost with Visa and Trips?

From $58 per traveler, all-in. One total that includes the government fee and our service fee; the exact total is confirmed after we check your details, before you pay.

How do I apply for the Israel ETA with Visa and Trips?

Tap “Apply now”, enter your trip and passport details and upload your documents. A Visa and Trips specialist checks everything, files your application, emails you a confirmation with the estimated processing time and sends your ETA as soon as it is issued. You can follow your order on the tracking page.