Vietnam to Israel visa requirements

Yes, a visa is required. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders are not on Israel's visa-waiver (ETA-IL) list, so they must obtain a B/2 visitor (tourist) visa in advance from the Embassy of Israel in Hanoi before travelling. A Vietnam ordinary passport holder needs a visa to visit Israel for tourism. Israel operates an electronic travel authorization (ETA-IL), launched in 2025, but it is only for the roughly 100 visa-exempt nationalities (EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia, etc.); Vietnam is not among them. Vietnamese travellers must instead apply in person for a traditional B/2 visitor visa at the Embassy of Israel in Hanoi. The B/2 is normally a short-stay visitor visa allowing tourism, family visits and business meetings (no work). Applicants submit a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a completed application form, photos, flight and hotel bookings, proof of funds, and supporting documents; the consular officer decides the duration of stay, which is finally set by border control on arrival. Israel is not part of the Schengen Area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and EU ETIAS do not apply. Plan for processing of roughly 7 working days or more (some nationalities take longer), and apply well ahead of travel. Always confirm current fees and document lists directly with the Israeli Embassy in Hanoi, as fees and requirements can change.