Israel•AsiaTransit Visa (C/1)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
5 days
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Transit visa for travelers passing through Israel to reach another destination. Valid for 5 days for airport layovers or short transits. Does not permit tourism or business activities.
The C/1 transit visa is issued to travelers passing through Israel en route to another destination. It's designed for airport layovers and transit purposes, not for tourism or business activities.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months beyond transit date months
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AF, IR, IQ, LB, LY, PK, SY, YE
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity beyond transit date
Onward travel documents
Flight ticket or travel proof to next destination
Proof of accommodation
Hotel booking if staying overnight
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Advantages
- No advance application needed
- Immediate issuance at border
- Low/no cost
- Allows overnight stays during transit
Considerations
- Very short duration (5 days)
- No tourism or business activities
- No work authorization
- Must exit within 5 days
Application Process
Proceed to border
Arrive at Ben Gurion Airport or border crossing
Declare transit purpose
Inform border official you are in transit
Present documents
Show passport and onward travel documents
Receive transit stamp
Obtain C/1 transit visa stamp for 5 days
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