# Israel visa for Nepali citizens

> Israel visa for Nepali citizens. · Processing: 5–15 working days at the Embassy Kathmandu. Standard tourist applications often decided in 7 days.

Canonical page: https://yatraforfun.com/visa/israel
Last updated: 2026-04-26

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Embassy of Israel — Kathmandu
- **Address:** Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal (P.O. Box 371, Kathmandu)
- **Phone:** +977 1 4411811, +977 1 4411813
- **Email:** info@kathmandu.mfa.gov.il, consular@kathmandu.mfa.gov.il
- **Hours:** Sun–Thu 09:30–13:00 (consular by appointment only). Visa decisions issued by the Embassy directly OR by Israeli Population Authority (PIBA) for B/1 work and A/2 student categories.
- **Application centre:** VFS Global Israel Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu (for B/2 tourist intake) + Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (for B/1 / A-category direct intake) — VFS for B/2 tourist: Chhaya Devi Complex, 3rd Floor, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu (Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00). Book at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/isr. Embassy Kathmandu (Lazimpat) for B/1 caregiver, B/1 specialist, A/2 student, A/3 clergy, A/4 dependant — direct intake by appointment.
- **Online portal:** https://embassies.gov.il/kathmandu — Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (visa appointment + policy) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/isr — VFS Global Israel Nepal (B/2 tourist intake) · https://www.gov.il/en/departments/population_and_immigration_authority — Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) — work / student / family permit policy · https://www.dofe.gov.np — DoFE Nepal (Department of Foreign Employment — bilateral B/1 Caregiver programme management)
- **Payment:** Visa fee in cash NPR or USD at the Embassy Lazimpat counter OR by card at VFS Kathmandu for B/2 tourist applications. B/1 Caregiver fees handled via DoFE Nepal under the bilateral agreement — applicants pay NPR via authorised Nepali recruitment agencies, not at the Embassy.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — B/2 — Tourist Visa

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, religious pilgrimage (Christian, Jewish, Muslim heritage sites), short business meetings (≤ 3 months).
**Stay duration:** Up to 90 days per visit (default 3 months).
**Validity:** Single-entry sticker valid 3 months from issuance OR multi-entry valid up to 5 years for repeat travellers with clean Israeli history.
**Entries:** Single (1) or Multiple (M).
**Processing time:** 5–15 working days at the Embassy Kathmandu. Standard tourist applications often decided in 7 days.
**How to apply:** Apply at VFS Israel Kathmandu (Chhaya Devi Complex) OR directly at the Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (Lazimpat) by appointment. Online portal at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/isr.
**Financial requirement:** Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Israel trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns.

**Required documents:**

- B/2 visa application form (signed) — Downloaded from embassies.gov.il/kathmandu OR completed at VFS Kathmandu. Available in English and Hebrew.
- Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity beyond intended return; ≥ 2 blank pages) — Plus photocopies of front + last + every used page of current passport AND last passport.
- Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old)
- Travel medical insurance (recommended) *(conditional)* — USD 50,000 medical coverage recommended; Schengen-template policy acceptable.
- Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage) — Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable. EL AL operates direct Tel Aviv <-> Delhi route useful for Nepali travellers.
- Confirmed accommodation in Israel for the entire stay — Hotel booking, kibbutz guesthouse confirmation, OR invitation-letter accommodation.
- Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location) — Common pilgrimage routes: Jerusalem (Old City Christian / Jewish / Muslim quarters) + Bethlehem (PA-administered, separate entry) + Nazareth + Sea of Galilee + Tel Aviv + Dead Sea + Masada.
- Cover letter explaining purpose of trip — Addressed to the Consular Section, Embassy of Israel, Kathmandu; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
- Bank statement (last 6 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended) — Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable) — Notarised English translations.
- Proof of social / professional status — Employed: employer letter on letterhead. Self-employed: company registration + PAN. Student: institution leave letter + valid ID.
- Nepali citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English translations)
- Religious pilgrimage proof (if applicable): letter from Nepali church / Buddhist organisation / Hindu mandir confirming the pilgrimage purpose *(conditional)* — Strengthens religious-tourism applications; common for Christian pilgrimage to Jerusalem / Bethlehem and Buddhist heritage tour add-ons.
- Minor-only documents (if applicant < 18): birth certificate + notarised parental consent if travelling without both parents *(conditional)*
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- Request a separate paper entry slip (instead of a passport stamp) at Ben Gurion immigration if you plan to travel to countries that do not recognise Israel (Lebanon, Syria, Iran, Saudi Arabia certain visas, etc.). Israeli stamps in passport may bar future entry to those countries.
- Allow 4–6 hours at Ben Gurion airport on arrival for security screening — Nepali passport holders are typically subjected to longer interviews than Western passport holders.
- EL AL Israel Airlines operates direct Tel Aviv <-> Delhi route (4 weekly) — fastest connection from Nepal via Delhi. Other options: Air India / Etihad / Emirates / Turkish via Mumbai or Doha hub.

### Business — B/2 — Business Visitor (Short-Stay) / B/1 — Business Specialist (Long-Stay)

**Purpose:** B/2 business: short-term meetings, contract negotiations, conferences (≤ 3 months, no employment). B/1 Specialist: skilled worker invited by Israeli company for specialist work (>3 months, employment permit required).
**Stay duration:** B/2: up to 90 days per visit. B/1 Specialist: 1 year initially, renewable to 5 years 3 months.
**Validity:** B/2: 3 months single-entry OR up to 5 years multi-entry for repeat profiles. B/1 Specialist: tied to employment permit.
**Entries:** B/2: Single or Multiple. B/1: Multi-entry on residence permit.
**Processing time:** B/2: 5–15 working days. B/1 Specialist: 4–8 weeks (PIBA Tel Aviv adjudication).
**How to apply:** B/2: Standard VFS Kathmandu OR Embassy Lazimpat intake with Israeli inviter docs. B/1 Specialist: Israeli employer obtains work permit from PIBA -> applicant files at Embassy Kathmandu.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (B/2 form OR B/1 work form, passport, photos, return ticket, cover letter)
- Letter of invitation from Israeli company on company letterhead — Includes inviter's ח״פ (Hebrew Pe — Israeli company registration number), business activity, purpose of meeting, dates, and confirmation of who covers expenses.
- Israeli inviter business registration extract (Israeli Companies Registry Office — Rasham HaChevarot)
- For B/1 Specialist: PIBA-approved work permit + employment contract *(conditional)* — Employer-side document; PIBA verifies the role requires specialist knowledge AND no qualified Israeli candidate is available. Required only for B/1, NOT B/2.
- Cover letter from Nepali employer (on letterhead, signed and stamped) — Confirms position, purpose of trip, dates approved as work-related travel, return-to-role commitment.
- Conference / event registration (if applicable) *(conditional)*
- Bank statement (last 6 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
- Income Tax Returns (last 3 years)
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (Business bundle most relevant for self-employed travellers)
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.

**Notes:**
- B/2 business visitors do NOT need a work permit — but the activity must be commercial-meeting-style with primary remuneration outside Israel.
- B/1 Specialist is the standard skilled-worker route — NOT the same as the B/1 Caregiver bilateral programme (which is regulated separately under the Nepal-Israel agreement).
- High-tech specialists / academics may qualify for fast-track processing under the Innovation Authority programme.

### Family Visit — A/4 — Dependant Visa (Family of A/1 / A/2 / A/3 holder) / B/2 Family Visit

**Purpose:** A/4: long-term residence as dependant of A/1 (temporary resident, Jewish heritage), A/2 (student), or A/3 (clergy) holder. B/2 Family Visit: short-stay visit to family / friends in Israel.
**Stay duration:** A/4: tied to principal's status (renewable annually). B/2 Family Visit: up to 90 days per visit.
**Validity:** A/4: 1 year initially. B/2: 3 months OR multi-entry up to 5 years.
**Entries:** A/4: Multi-entry on residence permit. B/2: Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** A/4: 4–8 weeks (PIBA adjudication via Embassy Kathmandu). B/2 Family Visit: 5–15 working days.
**How to apply:** Embassy of Israel Kathmandu direct intake (A/4) OR VFS Kathmandu (B/2 Family Visit) with host invitation.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (A/4 or B/2 form, passport, photos, return ticket)
- Letter of invitation from Israeli host (citizen / PR / A-status holder) — Includes host name, address, status, relationship to applicant, dates of stay, who covers expenses.
- Host's status proof: Israeli ID (Te'udat Zehut), passport, or residence permit copy
- For A/4: principal's A/1 / A/2 / A/3 visa copy + family-relationship documents *(conditional)*
- Host's 6-month bank statement OR salary slips (proof of capacity to host)
- Cover letter from applicant explaining the relationship and visit purpose
- Family-relationship proof: marriage / birth certificate (notarised English translations + MoFA-attested)
- Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity to cover own incidental expenses
- ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- A/4 dependant visa allows full residence rights including school enrolment for minor children but does NOT automatically grant work authorisation — separate B/1 work permit needed for employment.
- For permanent family reunification with Israeli citizens (spouses, children of Israeli citizens), the path is via A/5 Permanent Resident -> A/1 Temporary Resident -> Citizenship — handled directly by the Israeli Ministry of Interior, not the Embassy abroad.

### Student — A/2 — Student Visa

**Purpose:** Full-time study at a recognised Israeli higher-education institution (Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Tel Aviv University, Technion, Weizmann Institute, IDC Herzliya, Ben-Gurion University, Bar-Ilan, Haifa, etc.).
**Stay duration:** Programme length; A/2 visa renewed annually for full programme duration.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on A/2 residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via A/2 permit.
**Processing time:** 4–8 weeks at Embassy Kathmandu (PIBA Tel Aviv adjudication).
**How to apply:** (1) Get accepted to an Israeli institution + receive admission letter; (2) institution submits A/2 application to PIBA on student's behalf; (3) once PIBA approves, student files entry visa at Embassy Kathmandu (Lazimpat) directly; (4) collect entry visa; (5) within 30 days of arrival, register at PIBA office in Israel for A/2 residence permit card.
**Financial requirement:** Funds proof: minimum USD 1,000/month (≈ NPR 1.4 lakh/month) for living expenses for the entire programme — proven via bank statement OR scholarship OR sponsor commitment. Tuition for first year paid OR confirmed scholarship.

**Required documents:**

- A/2 visa application form (signed) — Downloaded from embassies.gov.il/kathmandu.
- University acceptance letter from a recognised Israeli institution — Must be from a Council for Higher Education-recognised institution; includes programme, start date, language of study, tuition for first year.
- PIBA-approved A/2 visa pre-clearance letter — Institution-side document; the institution lodges the request with PIBA before the student files for entry visa.
- Proof of paid tuition for the first year OR scholarship confirmation — Tuition for English-medium Bachelor's programmes typically USD 12,000–18,000/year; Master's USD 14,000–22,000/year. Scholarships available via MASA Israel Journey + various university bursaries.
- Funds proof: bank statement showing USD 12,000+ (≈ NPR 17 lakh) OR sponsor declaration with sponsor's 6-month bank statement
- Confirmed accommodation in Israel (university dormitory contract OR private rental ≥ 6 months)
- Comprehensive Israeli health insurance for the duration of studies — Israeli universities typically arrange this through Kupat Holim (HMO) — confirm with admission office.
- Academic transcripts + Diplomas / Degrees (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled) — SLC / SEE, +2, Bachelor's — every level completed.
- English / Hebrew proficiency certificate (per programme requirement) — IELTS Academic 6.5+ for English-medium Bachelor's; 7.0+ for Master's. Hebrew programmes require Ulpan B2.
- Birth certificate + citizenship certificate (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA (≤ 6 months old, MoFA-apostilled)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining choice of programme and Israel
- ANY ONE income bundle for sponsor — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed) — Funds the tuition / living allowance.
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- A/2 student visa allows part-time work up to 20 hours/week during term + full-time during holidays — automatic right after first 6 months of studies.
- After completing degree, students can convert to B/1 Specialist (high-tech / academia) for post-graduation work — Israel actively recruits non-EU graduates in tech, life sciences, and AI.
- MASA Israel Journey scholarships are open to non-Jewish international students for short-term + long-term programmes — application via mymasa.org.il.

### Work — B/1 — Caregiver Visa (Bilateral Nepal-Israel Programme)

**Purpose:** Elderly / disabled-person caregiver work in private Israeli households under the bilateral Nepal-Israel B/1 Caregiver programme (since 1990s, formalised by 2015 agreement). Israel currently hosts ~12,000 Nepali caregivers — second-largest source country after the Philippines.
**Stay duration:** Initial 1 year, renewable annually up to maximum total stay of 5 years 3 months. After 63 months, MUST return to Nepal.
**Validity:** Single-entry on first arrival; multi-entry on B/1 residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via B/1 permit.
**Processing time:** 1–3 months from DoFE approval to embassy visa issuance — depends on Israeli employer matching speed.
**How to apply:** (1) Register with an authorised Nepali recruitment agency licensed by DoFE Nepal; (2) take the Israeli Caregiver Training course (320 hours, mandated by Israeli Ministry of Labour); (3) match with an Israeli employer (private household) via authorised Israeli recruitment agency (Sa'ad / Ofakim / Manpower Israel / etc.); (4) employer obtains B/1 work permit from PIBA; (5) applicant attends pre-departure orientation at DoFE Nepal; (6) Embassy Kathmandu issues entry visa after PIBA clearance + DoFE final approval; (7) departure on Israeli employer-arranged ticket.
**Financial requirement:** B/1 Caregiver salary (2026): minimum ILS 6,500/month gross (≈ EUR 1,650 / NPR 2.5 lakh) — set by Israeli Ministry of Labour. Plus room + board with host family + statutory severance (one month per year of work). Caregiver does NOT need to demonstrate personal funds — programme is fully employer-funded.

**Required documents:**

- B/1 Caregiver visa application form (signed) — Provided by authorised Nepali recruitment agency.
- Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity, ≥ 2 blank pages)
- Two passport-size photos (white background)
- PIBA-approved B/1 Caregiver work permit — Israeli-employer-side document; obtained by Israeli recruitment agency on behalf of the host family.
- Employment contract with Israeli host family (bilingual Hebrew + English) — Drafted by Israeli recruitment agency per Israeli Ministry of Labour standard template; specifies duties, salary, days off, vacation, severance.
- Israeli Caregiver Training Course completion certificate (320 hours) — Issued by an Israeli Ministry of Labour-recognised training provider in Nepal (typically run by the Nepali recruitment agency).
- Medical fitness certificate (HIV / AIDS + Hepatitis B + Tuberculosis screening, ≤ 3 months old) — From a DoFE-approved medical centre in Nepal.
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA (MoFA-apostilled)
- DoFE Nepal labour permit (PDO + final clearance) — Issued after pre-departure orientation; mandatory under Foreign Employment Act 2007.
- Insurance coverage from Foreign Employment Welfare Fund (Bides ki Rojgar Kalyan Kosh) + Sa'ad / Ofakim insurance
- Citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English translations)
- ANY ONE income bundle (Salary bundle most relevant for caregiver applicants — demonstrates ability to remit Nepal-side family support)
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.

**Notes:**
- The B/1 Caregiver programme is one of the few legal channels for Nepali workers to access high-paying employment in a developed country with strong labour protections — average Nepali caregiver remits ~USD 800/month to Nepal.
- Caregivers cannot change employers freely within Israel — switching employers requires PIBA approval + new B/1 permit. After 5 years 3 months total, MUST leave Israel; cannot extend further.
- Common issues: deception by unauthorised Nepali recruitment agencies (always verify DoFE licence at dofe.gov.np), exploitative working conditions (Israeli Population Authority maintains a complaint hotline), and 5-year time-limit overstay (results in permanent ban from Israel).
- Israeli Ministry of Labour requires a 6-month break between repeat caregiver permits — caregivers cannot return immediately after the 5-year cap.

### Transit — Transit Visa

**Purpose:** Transit through Israel (Ben Gurion Airport / Eilat / land crossings) en route to a third country.
**Stay duration:** Up to 5 days transit (must depart within visa validity).
**Validity:** Single use, tied to onward booking.
**Entries:** Single (or double for round-trip transits).
**Processing time:** 5–15 working days.
**How to apply:** Embassy Kathmandu OR VFS Kathmandu intake.

**Required documents:**

- Standard application set (form, passport, photo)
- Confirmed onward air ticket departing Israel within transit window
- Visa for the destination third country (where applicable) — Israeli Border Police verify onward admissibility at port of entry.
- Brief cover letter explaining transit *(conditional)*

**Notes:**
- Most Nepali tourists do NOT need a separate transit visa — the B/2 tourist visa covers stays up to 90 days including transit-with-stopover.
- Airside transit at Ben Gurion (TLV) for connections under 24 hours typically does NOT require a transit visa — confirm with airline at check-in.

### Multi-Entry — A/3 — Clergy / Religious Worker Visa

**Purpose:** Religious workers (priests, monks, nuns, missionaries, Buddhist teachers, Christian / Jewish / Muslim / Hindu clergy) employed by a recognised Israeli religious institution.
**Stay duration:** Initial 1 year, renewable annually for the full assignment duration.
**Validity:** Single-entry visa for first arrival; multi-entry on A/3 residence permit.
**Entries:** Single (entry); multiple via A/3 permit.
**Processing time:** 6–12 weeks at Embassy Kathmandu (PIBA Tel Aviv + Israeli Ministry of Religious Services adjudication).
**How to apply:** (1) Israeli religious institution invites the applicant + obtains A/3 pre-clearance from PIBA + Ministry of Religious Services; (2) applicant files entry visa at Embassy Kathmandu (Lazimpat) directly; (3) collect entry visa; (4) within 30 days of arrival, register at PIBA for A/3 residence permit card.

**Required documents:**

- A/3 visa application form (signed)
- Letter of invitation from recognised Israeli religious institution (church / monastery / synagogue / mosque / Buddhist centre / Hindu mandir) — Must be on official letterhead of the institution; signed by the senior religious authority; specifies the applicant's role, duration of assignment, and accommodation arrangements.
- PIBA + Israeli Ministry of Religious Services pre-clearance letter — Institution-side document confirming the applicant's religious credentials are recognised under Israeli law.
- Religious credentials / ordination certificate — For Christian clergy: bishop's appointment letter. For Buddhist teachers: monastery / lineage authentication. For Hindu pandits: gurukul / lineage certification. Notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled.
- Educational + theological qualifications (notarised English translations + MoFA-apostilled)
- Police clearance from Nepal MoFA + every country lived 12+ months in last 10 years (MoFA-apostilled)
- Health certificate (≤ 3 months old)
- Confirmed accommodation in Israel (institution-provided)
- ANY ONE income bundle (where applicable — religious workers may rely on institutional stipend rather than personal income) *(conditional)*
- Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application) — Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
- 1. Business Income *(conditional)* — Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
- PAN Certificate — Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
- Business Registration Certificate — Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
- Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable) *(conditional)* — Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
- Latest Audit Report — Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
- Tax Clearance Certificate — Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
- 2. Salary-Based Income *(conditional)* — Applicants who are employed must provide:
- Salary Certificate / Salary Letter — On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
- Leave Approval Letter — Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer — Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
- Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements — Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
- 3. Pension Income *(conditional)* — Applicants receiving pension must submit:
- Pension Certificate (Pension Patta) — Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
- Company ID Card (if available) *(conditional)* — Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
- Recent Pension Bank Statement — Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
- Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank — On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
- 4. Rental Income *(conditional)* — Applicants earning rental income must provide:
- Land Ownership Certificate — Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
- Building Completion Certificate — Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
- Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate — Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

**Notes:**
- A/3 visa is one of the few non-quota Israeli residence permits — religious assignments are not subject to the annual immigration quota.
- A/3 holders may receive a modest stipend from the Israeli institution but cannot work outside the religious role without separate B/1 permit.
- After 5 years on continuous A/3, holders may apply for A/5 Permanent Resident (rare) or A/1 Temporary Resident; A/3 generally does NOT lead to citizenship via naturalisation.

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a notary-certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Use a Nepal Bar Council–registered translator and have each translation notarised by a Notary Public.
- Income proof for Israeli visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source. For B/1 Caregiver applications, income proof is replaced by DoFE-mediated bilateral programme requirements.
- Israel is NOT in the EU and NOT in the Schengen Area — it operates an independent visa system with the A/B numbering scheme. A Schengen visa does NOT allow entry to Israel and an Israeli visa does NOT allow entry to Schengen.
- GOOD NEWS for Nepal: Israel HAS its own Embassy in Kathmandu (Lazimpat) — one of the very few non-Asian missions in Nepal alongside the US, UK, China, India, EU. Most Nepali Israel applications are filed directly at the Embassy Kathmandu, with B/2 tourist intake supplemented by VFS Kathmandu since 2018.
- Nepal-Israel bilateral B/1 Caregiver programme: ~12,000 Nepalis currently work in Israel as elderly caregivers — Nepal is the second-largest source country for Israeli caregivers after the Philippines. Programme regulated under the bilateral agreement signed 2015, managed by DoFE Nepal + Israeli PIBA + authorised Israeli recruitment agencies (Sa'ad, Ofakim, Manpower Israel, etc.).
- B/1 Caregiver salary (2026): minimum ILS 6,500/month gross (≈ EUR 1,650 / NPR 2.5 lakh) — set by Israeli Ministry of Labour. Caregivers receive room + board with the host family in addition to salary, plus statutory severance (one month per year of work).
- B/1 Caregiver visa is initially valid for 1 year, renewable annually up to a maximum total stay of 5 years 3 months (the original 5-year limit + 3-month grace period for repatriation). After 63 months total, caregiver MUST leave Israel.
- Biometrics are NOT currently required for Israeli short-stay visas (Israel does not operate the SIS biometric system). Israeli border authorities at Ben Gurion / land crossings perform their own face-to-face screening at port of entry.
- Israeli stamps / entry slips: since 2013, Israel issues a separate paper entry slip (B-2 form) at port of entry instead of stamping the passport — this preserves passport "cleanness" for travel to countries that do not recognise Israel. Request the slip explicitly at immigration if needed.
- Travel insurance is recommended but NOT mandatory for B/2 tourist visas. For B/1 Caregiver, comprehensive Israeli health insurance (Kupat Holim — HMO) is provided by the host employer as part of the bilateral programme.
- Israel border policy at Ben Gurion airport (TLV) is among the most security-strict globally — Nepali passport holders are typically interviewed by border officers about purpose, accommodation, contacts, and prior travel history. Carry full document set in hand luggage including Embassy invitation letter.
- Land crossings from Jordan (Allenby/King Hussein Bridge, Sheikh Hussein Bridge in north, Yitzhak Rabin Border Terminal in south) and Egypt (Taba Border Crossing) are valid entry points but require careful pre-arrangement — Allenby is preferred for Nepali tourists travelling Jordan + Israel combined trip.
- Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (no property / business / family obligation), unexplained funds, vague itinerary, applicants under 30 without dependants, prior caregiver-overstay history, and any record with Hamas / Iran / Lebanon / Syria connections (auto-refused under Counter-Terrorism Law 5776-2016).
- Israel uses ILS (Israeli New Shekel — שקל חדש) — 1 USD ≈ 3.7 ILS (2026). Israel is NOT in the Eurozone.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Israel visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (tourist, business, family, education). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: B/2 visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity beyond intended return; ≥ 2 blank pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Israel for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location).
3. **Submit at VFS Global Israel Visa Application Centre — Kathmandu (for B/2 tourist intake) + Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (for B/1 / A-category direct intake)** — Apply at VFS Israel Kathmandu (Chhaya Devi Complex) OR directly at the Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (Lazimpat) by appointment. Online portal at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/isr.
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 5–15 working days at the Embassy Kathmandu. Standard tourist applications often decided in 7 days.. Yatra's concierge tracks your application and notifies you on each status change.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long does a Israel tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

5–15 working days at the Embassy Kathmandu. Standard tourist applications often decided in 7 days.

### What bank balance is required for a Israel visa?

Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Israel trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Israel on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days per visit (default 3 months). (B/2 — Tourist Visa).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Israel tourist visa?

Apply at VFS Israel Kathmandu (Chhaya Devi Complex) OR directly at the Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (Lazimpat) by appointment. Online portal at visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/isr.

### What documents are required for a Israel tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: B/2 visa application form (signed); Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity beyond intended return; ≥ 2 blank pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Israel for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location); Cover letter explaining purpose of trip; Bank statement (last 6 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended).

### Where is the Israel embassy in Nepal?

Embassy of Israel — Kathmandu — Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal (P.O. Box 371, Kathmandu). Phone: +977 1 4411811.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Israel business visa?

Yes — B/2 — Business Visitor (Short-Stay) / B/1 — Business Specialist (Long-Stay). B/2 business: short-term meetings, contract negotiations, conferences (≤ 3 months, no employment). B/1 Specialist: skilled worker invited by Israeli company for specialist work (>3 months, employment permit required). Processing: B/2: 5–15 working days. B/1 Specialist: 4–8 weeks (PIBA Tel Aviv adjudication)..

### Is there an online portal to apply for a Israel visa?

Yes — apply online at https://embassies.gov.il/kathmandu — Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (visa appointment + policy) · https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/isr — VFS Global Israel Nepal (B/2 tourist intake) · https://www.gov.il/en/departments/population_and_immigration_authority — Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) — work / student / family permit policy · https://www.dofe.gov.np — DoFE Nepal (Department of Foreign Employment — bilateral B/1 Caregiver programme management).

### How is the Israel visa fee paid?

Visa fee in cash NPR or USD at the Embassy Lazimpat counter OR by card at VFS Kathmandu for B/2 tourist applications. B/1 Caregiver fees handled via DoFE Nepal under the bilateral agreement — applicants pay NPR via authorised Nepali recruitment agencies, not at the Embassy.

### Can Yatra help with a Israel visa application?

Yes — Yatra provides end-to-end visa assistance for Israel including document preparation, appointment booking, application review, and a PNR-backed dummy ticket (NPR 999) when the embassy requires proof of onward travel.

## Sources

- https://embassies.gov.il/kathmandu — Embassy of Israel Kathmandu (Lazimpat — direct visa intake for B/1 / A-category / family + appointment booking)
- https://visa.vfsglobal.com/npl/en/isr — VFS Global Israel Nepal (B/2 tourist intake)
- https://www.gov.il/en/departments/population_and_immigration_authority — Israeli Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA) — work / student / family permit policy
- https://www.dofe.gov.np — DoFE Nepal (Department of Foreign Employment — bilateral B/1 Caregiver programme management)
- https://www.gov.il/en/departments/units/foreign_workers_division — PIBA Foreign Workers Division (B/1 Caregiver, B/1 Specialist, B/1 Agriculture, B/1 Construction)
- Bilateral Nepal-Israel B/1 Caregiver Agreement (signed 2015) — programmatic framework for ~12,000 Nepali caregivers in Israel
- Israeli Ministry of Labour minimum-wage schedule (2026): B/1 Caregiver gross ≥ ILS 6,500/month + room + board + statutory severance
- Israeli Counter-Terrorism Law 5776-2016 — automatic refusal for applicants with documented Hamas / Iran / Lebanon / Syria connections
- Israeli Ministry of Interior policy (2013): separate paper entry slip (B-2 form) issued instead of passport stamp on request
- Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA after that date are accepted by Israeli authorities without further consular legalisation

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*Yatra (https://yatraforfun.com) provides end-to-end visa assistance for Nepali citizens — document review, embassy submission, dummy ticket (NPR 999) when proof of onward travel is required.*