Palestinian Territories
Access is through Israeli controls; an ETA-IL is required before departure and specific rules apply to the West Bank.
Access is through Israeli controls; an ETA-IL is required before departure and specific rules apply to the West Bank.
Before you book
This block covers the standard case stated above. If your situation differs, open the consular source directly.
Passport valid for at least 6 months when applying for ETA-IL, with evidence appropriate to the crossing point and purpose of stay.
Access is through Israeli controls; an ETA-IL is required before departure and specific rules apply to the West Bank.
Up to 3 months for a visit; longer or professional stays in the West Bank require specific authorisation.
Vaccines and health
Recommendations depend on age, health, stopovers, regions and season.
- Check French routine boosters and hepatitis A according to context.
- Check medicine import rules, which can be very strict.
- Plan insurance, hydration, sun protection and food precautions.
Driving locally
An international driving permit is a translation: it never replaces your valid French licence.
Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.
Service-Public · international permit ↗Documents to prepare
- Required identity document and a separate copy
- Authorisation, visa or QR code available offline
- Return ticket and first accommodation address
- Medical insurance and assistance number
- Prescriptions and medicines in original packaging
- French licence and any required supporting permit
What can change the answer
Frequently asked questions
Is a visa or authorisation required?
Access is through Israeli controls; an ETA-IL is required before departure and specific rules apply to the West Bank.
Which vaccines should I consider?
Keep routine vaccinations up to date; hepatitis A and food precautions often need discussion depending on the trip.
Is a French driving licence sufficient?
Rules vary by province or stay length. Check the official summary before renting a vehicle.
When should this information be checked again?
Check once before any non-refundable purchase, then again 48 to 72 hours before departure. The destination authorities and carrier retain the final say.