Despite what you see in the news, Israel is actually a very safe country to travel to. Its easy to associate all of Israel with Gaza and the West Bank. In addition to that, personal safety in Israel is always incredibly high and crime very low, especially when compared to many Western countries and cities.

Is Jerusalem safe for tourists?

Jerusalem is a safe tourist city to travel to, where tourists are free to explore without having to worry about street crime. However, it is advised that you remain vigilant at all times, especially on public transport and watch out for pickpockets!

Is it problematic to go to Israel?

Despite this polarity, travel to Israel can be ethical, but it is important to be fully aware of the situation there, to balance your trip with a visit to the Palestinian territories, and to ensure that your visit doesnt support the Israeli state but rather local communities and small businesses.

Do you need a passport for Israel?

All visitors to Israel must hold a passport that is valid for at least six months from the date they are departing the country. Visitors intending to work in Israel must submit a request to the Ministry of the Interior for a special visa. Israel no longer stamps passports at airports and most Land Crossings.

Is Israel cheap to visit?

As a western country, travel in Israel does cost more than in the rest of the Middle East. Youll need to expect Western European prices and youll have no nasty surprises. Having said this, there are some ways that you can save the pennies and travel in Israel on even the tightest of budgets.

Who Cannot travel to Israel?

Twelve countries that do not recognize the state of Israel also do not admit Israeli passport holders:Algeria.Brunei.Iran.Iraq. Kuwait.Lebanon.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Israel?

High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly to Israel is August.

Who Cannot go to Israel?

In addition, six of these countries — Iran, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Syria and Yemen — do not allow entry to people with evidence of travel to Israel, or whose passports have either a used or an unused Israeli visa.

Which countries have banned Israel?

Twenty-two countries ban direct flights and overflights to and from Israel. These are Afghanistan, Algeria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brunei, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Morocco, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, UAE, Yemen.