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(a) Persons wishing to proceed to an Arab country other than Egypt or Jordan after visiting Israel should ensure their passport does not contain an Israeli visa or stamp. However, persons permitted to stay in Israel for a period of three months or more will be required to have an extension stamped in their passport. (b) Former nationals of Israel holding a foreign passport must have written proof of having given up Israeli identity, otherwise they may be required to obtain a new Israeli passport or renew their original one.

Passport valid for a minimum of six months beyond intended date of arrival required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Not required by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months except:
(a) 1. Citizens of the following countries who will be issued tourist visas free of charge at every port or entrance terminal to Israel: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany (people born after 1 January 1928), Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, the UK and the USA.

Note: All nationals require a stamp on arrival. As a concession to travellers intending to travel at a later date to countries with entry restrictions for visitors to Israel, entry stamps will, on request, be entered only on the entry form AL-17 and not on the passport. This facility is not available to those required to obtain their Israeli visas in advance.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

(a) It is advisable to check with nearest consulate (or consular section at embassy) for visa requirements before travelling to Israel as requirements may vary for some nationals. (b) Visitors desiring to stop in Israel on their way to other destinations may request a transit visa for five days, which can be extended for another 10 days.

Tourist/Entry: £11 (cash only, or £12 postal order). Or free if issued at point of entry (see above).

Cruise ship passengers visiting Israel will be issued Landing Cards, allowing them to remain in the country for as long as the ship is in port. No visa applications are required.

Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Contact Addresses for details.

Some visas will require authorisation from Israel and so it is advisable to contact the embassy before booking travel tickets. Generally tourists are advised to allow seven working days.

2 Palace Green, London W8 4QB, UK
Tel: (020) 7957 9500.
Website: http://london.mfa.gov.il
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0830-1730.
Consular section: 15a Old Court Palace, London W8 4QB, UK
Tel: (020) 7957 9576/9627/9680.
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 1000-1330, Fri 1000-1230.

UK House, 180 Oxford Street, London W1D 1NN, UK
Tel: (020) 7299 1100/10/11.
Website: www.thinkisrael.com 

3514 International Drive NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 364 5500 or 5527 (consular section).
Website: www.israelemb.org 

800 Second Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10017, USA
Tel: (212) 499 5660 or 1 888 774 7723.
Website: www.goisrael.com

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Israel has excellent medical facilities and tourists may go to all emergency departments and first-aid centres. However, any form of medical treatment can be expensive. Health centres are marked by the red Star of David on a white background. Medical insurance is recommended.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2007-December 2008 period.

2007
4 Mar Purim.
3-9 Apr* Pesach (Passover).
24 Apr Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Israel Independence Day).
23 May Shavuot (Pentecost).
13-14 Sep Rosh Hashana (New Year).
22 Sep Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement).
27 Sep-3 Oct* Sukkot (Tabernacles).
4 Oct Simchat Torah.
5-12 Dec Chanukah (Festival of Lights).

2008
21 Mar Purim.
20-26 Apr* Pesach (Passover).
8 May Yom Ha’Atzmaut (Israel Independence Day).
9 Jun Shavuot (Pentecost).
30 Sep-1 Oct Rosh Hashana (New Year).
9 Oct Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement).
14-20 Oct* Sukkot (Tabernacles).
24 Oct Simchat Torah.
22-29 Dec Chanukah (Festival of Lights).

*Only the first and last days of Passover and Sukkot are national holidays, but there may be some disruption on intermediate dates; many shops and businesses may open but close early. The festival of Chanukah is a holiday period, but it is not a national holiday - businesses remain open. Jewish festivals always commence on the evenings before the dates given above.

The Jewish religious day is Saturday (Shabbat) and begins at nightfall on Friday until nightfall on Saturday. Most public services and shops close early on Friday as a result. Muslim and Christian holidays are also observed by the respective populations. Thus, depending on the district, the day of rest falls on Friday, Saturday or Sunday.