Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for Israel?
The official link goes to gov.il. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel. This row comes from a reputable source NUM hasn’t yet confirmed on the official page.
Israel entry rules for Malaysian citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Israeli B/2 visitor visa |
| Stay | Per visa issued |
| When to apply | Apply well ahead at an Israeli mission |
| Checked | From a reputable source, not yet verified on the official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Malaysian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Israel entry requirements.
The details for a Malaysian passport.
Not on Israel's visa-exemption list for ordinary passports, so ETA-IL is not available. Malaysia only allows its citizens to travel to Israel for pilgrimage; Israeli Foreign Ministry confirmation is needed before a visa is issued. Israel's official tourist-visa tables (gov.il 2022; Embassy Manama 2023) list this country's national passports as visa required (visa fee applies); applications need Israeli MFA confirmation. No current, dated official list could be read on 11 Oct 2026, so kept 'likely'.
How long it must be valid.
FCDO: passport expiry date at least 90 days after the date you arrive. US State Dept: valid for 90 days at the time of entry. (Older guidance and some airlines use 6 months - check with your airline.) Netherlands: at least 3 months on arrival.
Recent changes in Israel.
- 2025-01-01 — ETA-IL became mandatory for all visa-exempt travellers (ILS 25, valid 2 years).
- 2025-12-31 — End of temporary permission for Israeli citizens to enter/exit on non-Israeli passports.
The short answers.
Do Malaysian citizens need a visa for Israel?
Yes. Malaysian citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Israel.
How long can Malaysian citizens stay in Israel?
Per visa issued. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Malaysian citizens apply?
Apply well ahead at an Israeli mission.
Where do Malaysian citizens apply?
On the official site, gov.il. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Israel visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.