British visa for Israeli citizens
A visa is NOT required for Israeli passport holders visiting United Kingdom for a short-term stay: 6 months.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Israeli citizens to enter United Kingdom for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 6 months |
| Evisa | United Kingdom e-visa for Israeli citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Kingdom visa on arrival for Israeli citizens | Not Available | |
United Kingdom tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Israeli passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Kingdom.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Kingdom.
If you are looking for United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom nearest your place of residence.
- Tel Aviv: The Embassy of United Kingdom in Tel Aviv, Israel (Working hours: Close now)
United Kingdom visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Kingdom diplomatic mission offices to Israel for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Israel traveling to United Kingdom from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Israel) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 157,440 | N/A |
| 2009 | 155,800 | -1.04% |
| 2010 | 162,360 | 4.21% |
| 2011 | 164,000 | 1.01% |
| 2012 | 138,000 | -15.85% |
| 2013 | 179,000 | 29.71% |
| 2014 | 185,000 | 3.35% |
| 2015 | 205,000 | 10.81% |
| 2016 | 209,000 | 1.95% |
| 2017 | 265,000 | 26.79% |
| 2018 | 278,000 | 4.91% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Kingdom & Israel comparison
United Kingdom's area is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi), while the area of Israel is approximately 21,640 km2 (8,355 sq mi). This means Israel is 11.18 times smaller than United Kingdom.
As of May 2024, United Kingdom's population is ~69.3 million people - 60,115,705 more people than the population of Israel.
We have highlighted United Kingdom & Israel’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Kingdom | Israel | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 69,325,194 | 9,209,489 | 60.1 million more people live in United Kingdom than Israel |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 222 | 104 | United Kingdom has 118 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Israel. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 139 | 123 | United Kingdom passport holders can visit 16 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 348 | 123 | British hosts 225 more foreign missions than Israel. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Israel travel to United Kingdom in one year?
The number of visitors from Israel visiting United Kingdom in 2018 was approximately 278,000.
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