Do Saudi 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 Saudi 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 Saudi passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Israel entry requirements.
The details for a Saudi passport.
Not on Israel's visa-exemption list for ordinary passports, so ETA-IL is not available. No diplomatic relations; Saudi nationals would need an Israeli visa and Saudi law/practice discourages travel to Israel. 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 Saudi citizens need a visa for Israel?
Yes. Saudi citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Israel.
How long can Saudi citizens stay in Israel?
Per visa issued. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Saudi citizens apply?
Apply well ahead at an Israeli mission.
Where do Saudi 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.