Portuguese visa for Israeli citizens
A visa is NOT required for Israeli passport holders visiting Portugal for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Israeli citizens to enter Portugal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Portugal e-visa for Israeli citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Portugal visa on arrival for Israeli citizens | Not Available | |
Portugal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Israeli passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Portugal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Portugal.
If you are looking for Portugal visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Israel, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Portugal nearest your place of residence.
- Tel Aviv: The Embassy of Portugal in Tel Aviv, Israel (Working hours: Close now)
Portugal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Portugal diplomatic mission offices to Israel for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Israel traveling to Portugal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Israel) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 17,405 | N/A |
| 2009 | 16,098 | -7.51% |
| 2010 | 16,890 | 4.92% |
| 2011 | 18,160 | 7.52% |
| 2012 | 18,758 | 3.29% |
| 2013 | 22,943 | 22.31% |
| 2014 | 26,243 | 14.38% |
| 2015 | 29,308 | 11.68% |
| 2016 | 33,398 | 13.96% |
| 2017 | 38,580 | 15.52% |
| 2018 | 40,465 | 4.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Portugal & Israel comparison
Portugal's area is approximately 91,590 km2 (35,363 sq mi), while the area of Israel is approximately 21,640 km2 (8,355 sq mi). This means Israel is 4.23 times smaller than Portugal.
As of October 2025, Portugal's population is ~10.0 million people - 700,879 more people than the population of Israel.
We have highlighted Portugal & Israel’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Portugal | Israel | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 10,048,856 | 9,347,977 | 700879 more people live in Portugal than Israel |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 128 | 104 | Portugal has 24 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Israel. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 141 | 123 | Portugal passport holders can visit 18 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 150 | 123 | Portuguese hosts 27 more foreign missions than Israel. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Israel travel to Portugal in one year?
The number of visitors from Israel visiting Portugal in 2018 was approximately 40,465.
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