Israeli visa for Turkish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Turkish passport holders visiting Israel for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Turkish citizens to enter Israel for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Israel e-visa for Turkish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Israel visa on arrival for Turkish citizens | Not Available | |
Israel tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Turkish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Israel.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Israel.
If you are looking for Israel visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Turkey, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Israel nearest your place of residence.
- Ankara: The Embassy of Israel in Ankara, Turkey (Working hours: Close now)
- Istanbul: The Consulate General of Israel in Istanbul, Turkey (Working hours: Close now)
Israel visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Israel diplomatic mission offices to Turkey for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Turkey traveling to Israel from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Turkey) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 22,891 | N/A |
| 2009 | 20,657 | -9.76% |
| 2010 | 24,947 | 20.77% |
| 2011 | 25,098 | 0.61% |
| 2012 | 25,685 | 2.34% |
| 2013 | 26,362 | 2.64% |
| 2014 | 26,050 | -1.18% |
| 2015 | 24,911 | -4.37% |
| 2016 | 25,810 | 3.61% |
| 2017 | 32,156 | 24.59% |
| 2018 | 36,677 | 14.06% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Israel & Turkey comparison
Israel's area is approximately 21,640 km2 (8,355 sq mi), while the area of Turkey is approximately 769,630 km2 (297,155 sq mi). This means Turkey is 35.57 times bigger than Israel.
As of October 2025, Israel's population is ~9.3 million people - 79,587,569 fewer people than the population of Turkey.
We have highlighted Israel & Turkey’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Israel | Turkey | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 9,347,977 | 88,935,546 | 79.6 million fewer people live in Israel than Turkey |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 104 | 235 | Israel has 131 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Turkey. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 123 | 68 | Israel passport holders can visit 55 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 123 | 286 | Israeli hosts 163 fewer foreign missions than Turkey. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Turkey travel to Israel in one year?
The number of visitors from Turkey visiting Israel in 2018 was approximately 36,677.
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