U.S. to Allow Visa-Free Travel for Israeli Tourists
Key Points
- The U.S. has added Israel to its Visa Waiver Program, allowing visa-free travel for tourism or business starting November 30.
- The U.S. Travel Association estimates this change will bring in an additional 200,000 Israeli visitors annually, generating $800 million in travel spending.
- The Visa Waiver Program already includes countries like France, the UK, and Spain, totaling 40 countries.
Summary
The United States has announced the inclusion of Israel in its Visa Waiver Program, starting November 30, which will allow Israeli citizens to visit the U.S. for up to 90 days without a visa for tourism or business purposes. This move is expected to attract an additional 200,000 Israeli visitors annually and generate $800 million in direct travel spending, according to the U.S. Travel Association. Israel joins 40 other countries, including France, the UK, and Spain, already in the program.
The U.S. has added Israel to the Visa Waiver Program, the U.S. Department of State announced Wednesday. Starting November 30, Israeli citizens and nationals will be to travel to the U.S. for tourism or business without first obtaining a visitor visa for up to 90 days. Israeli citizens and nationals will only need to complete Electronic System for Travel Authorization.
The U.S. Travel Association projects the U.S. will welcome an additional 200,000 Israelis per year, which will generate $800 million in direct travel spending.
The U.S. Visa Waiver Program includes France, UK, Spain and 38 other countries.
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