United StatesPalestine

American passport · policy checked 17 Jul 2026

eTA

Online approval before you fly - not a visa. The West Bank and Gaza have no independent border control, immigration authority, or visa policy - Israel administers entry at all crossings and airports.

90

days

max stay per entry

25

ILS · visa fee

about $7

Online

apply before travel

Policy note

The operative requirement is Israel's ETA-IL (same system covering entry into Israel itself): apply online before travel, fee NIS 25 (~US$7), non-refundable, via the official Population and Immigration Authority portal.

Apply on the official portal ↗Source · israel-entry.piba.gov.il ↗

How American citizens apply for a Palestine visa

  1. Apply online before you travel - approval is usually quick. Apply here ↗

Palestine visa cost for American citizens

ILS 25

ETA-IL (Israel Electronic Travel Authorization, required to reach the West Bank via Israeli-controlled borders)

  • ETA-IL (Israel Electronic Travel Authorization, required to reach the West Bank via Israeli-controlled borders)

    Up to 2 years or passport expiry; stays up to 90 days per entry

    ILS 25

Official schedule · israel-entry.piba.gov.il ↗Fee schedule checked 2 Jul 2026

Palestine visa for American citizens - FAQ

Do American citizens need a visa for Palestine?

Not a visa, but yes - an approved eTA (a quick online pre-screening) is required before travelling.

What documents do American citizens need for Palestine?

A passport valid well beyond your planned stay (commonly three to six months, depending on the destination), proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Palestine visa category - check the official portal for the exact passport-validity rule.

Check entry with visas you already hold →What “eta / e-permit” means →