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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do South Africa citizens need a visa for Israel?

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Citizens of South Africa can visit Israel visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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South Africa vs Israel: passport comparison

South Africa

61

visa-free countries

Global rank: #97 · mobility 111.5

Israel

105

visa-free countries

Global rank: #51 · mobility 153.5
45

countries both South Africa and Israel can enter visa-free together

South Africa + Israel: passport compatibility

51%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where South Africa and Israel travel together — by entry type:

45 both visa-free
22 both visa on arrival
17 both e-visa / eTA
17 both need a visa
96 access differs

Where South Africa and Israel can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (45)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Angola 30 days #168
Argentina 90 days #44
Bahamas 90 days #53
Barbados 180 days #48
Belize 90 days #99
Botswana 90 days #119
Brazil 90 days #43
Chile 90 days #45
Costa Rica 180 days #62
Dominica 180 days #70
Dominican Republic 90 days #124
Ecuador 90 days #104
El Salvador 180 days #75
Fiji 120 days #103
Georgia 360 days #83
Grenada 90 days #65
Guatemala 90 days #73
Haiti 90 days #175
Honduras 90 days #78
Hong Kong 30 days #46
Jamaica 90 days #100
Kiribati 90 days #84
Lesotho 90 days #122
Macao 30 days #67
Malawi 90 days #127
Mauritius 90 days #66
Micronesia 30 days #89
Mozambique 30 days #162
Nicaragua 90 days #86
Palestine 90 days #193
Panama 90 days #68
Paraguay 90 days #64
Peru 180 days #57
Philippines 30 days #128
Russia 90 days #93
Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days #54
Saint Lucia 42 days #69
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Singapore 30 days #12
Swaziland 30 days #120
Thailand 60 days #110
Trinidad and Tobago 90 days #63
Uruguay 90 days #50
Vanuatu 120 days #105

How the entry rule changed: South Africa → Israel

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The South Africa → Israel rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1rule changes for the South Africa passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Israel: good to know

Jerusalem

Capital

Israeli New Shekel (ILS)

Currency

Israel Standard Time (UTC+2)

Time zone

+972

Calling code

C, H, M

Power plug

230V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else South Africa goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Israel

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 90 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do South Africa citizens need a visa for Israel?
Citizens of South Africa can visit Israel visa-free for up to 90 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can South Africa citizens stay in Israel without a visa?
South Africa passport holders are allowed to stay up to 90 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — South Africa or Israel?
The Israel passport is stronger: 105 visa-free countries versus 61. Global rank: South Africa #97, Israel #51.
Where can South Africa and Israel citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 45 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Israel?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between South Africa and Israel?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

South Africa passport ranking

Where else the South Africa passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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