Israel is a relatively young state with a unique flavor, many attractions and shrines of three religions. To visit this "promised land", Russians have not required a visa for several years. However, you will still have to collect certain documents for entering this country.
Documents required to enter Israel
Since 2008, citizens of the Russian Federation do not need a visa to enter the territory of the State of Israel and stay there for 90 days for tourist purposes, to visit relatives or receive medical services. But even in this case, it is imperative to have a passport with you, the validity of which expires no later than six months from the date of entry into the country.
A visa for a trip to Israel is issued for students who are going to study on the territory of this state, for volunteers and ministers of religious confessions.
In addition to the passport, you should take care of other documents so that there are no problems when crossing the border. The fact is that permission to enter Israel is accepted by the border service of this state. That is why you also need to have a return ticket with a stamped date and a document confirming the reservation of a hotel room, rental of a cottage or apartment for the duration of your stay in the country. Also, for crossing the border, it is very important to have medical insurance.
For a trip to Israel to visit relatives or friends, it is also important to have with you the original or a copy of the invitation drawn up in a strict form. The copy of the invitee's identity must also be accompanied by the text of the invitation in any form. If the purpose of the trip is to receive medical services, in order to obtain an entry permit, you will need to provide an invitation from the clinic.
To cross the border with children, you also need to issue a passport for them. In the absence of the second parent, you will definitely need a notarized permission from him to leave his child. In the case of accompanying the child by third parties, the latter must have a certified permission from both parents.
There may be problems with entering Israel if the passport contains visas for Iran, Syria, Libya and Lebanon.
What to do in Israel
More and more tourists come to Israel every year. It is not surprising, because in this country there are many places that are not only famous for their rich history, but also belong to Christian, Muslim and Jewish shrines. In this country, you can visit the ancient city of Jerusalem, touch the Western Wall and climb the Temple Mount. Well, those who want fun and beach holidays should go to colorful Tel Aviv, located on the Mediterranean coast.
For many years Israel has been known for its high level of medical services. Hospitals in this country have the latest equipment, and most of the doctors who work in them are considered professionals in their field. There is a lot of research being carried out, the results of which are then used to successfully treat many serious diseases. That is why, when visiting Israel, you can not only enjoy the excellent climate, sea and sights, but also undergo a comprehensive medical examination.
