Multiple-entry visas and reentry questions

If you plan to travel out of Israel during your studies (home for a holiday, a quick trip abroad), you need to know how your visa handles re-entry. WHAT TO CHECK ON YOUR VISA • Is it single-entry or multiple-entry? • What are the validity dates? • Are there any conditions about how long you can be abroad? SINGLE-ENTRY VISA Leaving Israel can use up the visa. If you leave and come back, you may need a new one, or a special approval beforehand. Ask the authority before you travel. MULTIPLE-ENTRY VISA You can leave and return within the validity period. Border officers still decide who enters, so carry your school letter and proof of insurance. TIPS • Do not buy a flight home until you have confirmed re-entry rules. • Keep your passport valid for the entire stay. • Carry a letter from your school confirming your enrollment and your return date. • If your visa expires while you are abroad, a re-entry plan is essential. Plan it before you leave.