Israel - Student Visa

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Procedure

1. To apply for the visa you will need to visit an Israeli Mission and present all required documents:
   1. Certification of acceptance for study at a recognized educational institution in Israel
   2. Proof that the student has the financial means to pay for his studies and living expenses throughout his stay in Israel
   3. A travel document that is valid for at least one year, provided that country where the applicant was from has a diplomatic mission in the State of Israel. If there is no such mission in Israel, the passport must be valid for the entire period of studies and another six months beyond that time
2. Applicants must also complete and sign an application for a visa to enter Israel. You may use the link provided under 'Documents to Use' section to download the form.
3. Attach two passport pictures to your application.
4. Submit complete application and all required documents.
5. Pay the application fee.

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Required Documents

• Completed and signed application for a visa to enter Israel
• Two passport pictures
• Certification of acceptance for study at a recognized educational institution in Israel
• Proof that the student has the financial means to pay for his studies and living expenses throughout his stay in Israel
• A travel document that is valid for at least one year, provided that country where the applicant was from has a diplomatic mission in the State of Israel. If there is no such mission in Israel, the passport must be valid for the entire period of studies and another six months beyond that time

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministry of Foreign Affairs:

Address:
9 Yitzhak Rabin Blvd., Kiryat Ben-Gurion, Jerusalem 9103001

Phone: 972-2-5303111
Certification of documents: 972-2-5303358
Fax Number: 972-2-5303367

Consular Reception:
Sun-Thurs 08:30-12:30; Sun 14:00-16:00

Israeli Missions Abroad

Eligibility

Those who want to study in Israel in elementary and high schools, academic institutions, yeshivot and youth institutions of the Jewish Agency.

Note: A minor will not be given a visa without the written consent of both parents or his legal guardian.

Fees

Student Visa:

• Euro: 40
• Dollar: 46
• Ins: 180

Validity

A student visa is valid for up to one year and for multiple entrances and exits.

Note: Holders of this type of visa are not permitted to work in Israel.

Documents to Use

Application for a Visa to Enter Israel

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Required Information

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Need for the Document

A student visa is granted to those who want to study in Israel in elementary and high schools, academic institutions, yeshivot and youth institutions of the Jewish Agency.

Here is a procedure on how you can apply for the this type of visa.

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External Links

Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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