Medical Treatment Visa (B/2)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 2-4 weeks
- Fee
- Varies by country (typically $51 USD equivalent)
- Validity
- Corresponds to treatment duration, extendable in special cases
- Entry
- Single entry
Medical treatment visas are granted for the period corresponding to the treatment duration and can often be extended in special cases. Patients from visa-exempt countries (Australia, Britain, Canada, USA, EU countries, and others with agreements) can visit Israel without a visa for up to 90 days for medical treatment, but must obtain ETA-IL. Hospitals may require cash payment before providing services.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
Medical treatment, consultations, or procedures at Israeli medical facilities.
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Financial
Applicants must demonstrate financial capability to pay for treatments and living expenses during their stay.
Minimum funds: Sufficient to cover all medical costs and living expenses
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Health
Applicants must provide medical documentation explaining the condition requiring treatment and confirmation from an Israeli medical facility.
Required vaccinations: None specified, but medical documentation required
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport photo
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, medical insurance, sponsor guarantee; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover all medical costs and living expenses
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Israel; Minimum coverage: Comprehensive health insurance covering medical expenses in Israel
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or host accommodation near medical facility; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Letter from Israeli medical facility where treatment will occur, including treatment details and dates
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Medical reports and diagnosis from home country physician; Validity months: 3
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain medical reports from home physician, confirmation letter from Israeli medical facility, and proof of financial capability.
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Appointment booking
Schedule appointment at Israeli embassy or consulate for medical visa application.
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Fee payment
Pay the medical visa application fee (amount varies by country).
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Document submission
Submit application with medical reports, facility confirmation letter, proof of funds, and all other required documents.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing, typically 2-4 weeks.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with medical treatment visa from the embassy.