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Entering Israel via Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)

Everything you need to clear immigration at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. The rule depends on your passport - pick it below for the exact verdict, then check what Israel requires before you fly.

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The verdict is your passport's entry status for the destination country, from VisaChecker's dataset (last snapshot re-checked against government sources, with dated corrections on top). Transit rules for connecting without entering can differ - always confirm on the official portal before you fly.

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FAQ - Ben Gurion Airport

Do I need a visa to enter Israel at Ben Gurion Airport?

It depends on your nationality. Use the checker above: pick your passport to see whether entry to Israel is visa-free, visa on arrival, e-visa, eTA or visa-required - decoded from the current dataset with the official source.

Is there a visa on arrival at Ben Gurion Airport?

Visa on arrival is set by Israel per nationality, not by the airport. The checker above shows whether your passport gets visa on arrival for Israel.

I have a layover at Ben Gurion Airport — do I need a visa?

If you stay airside (without crossing border control), many countries do not require a transit visa — but the rule is set by Israel per nationality, and some passports need one even airside: check the official source linked above. If you plan to leave the airport during the layover, normal entry rules apply — pick your passport in the checker above.

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