{"id":76902,"date":"2026-03-26T05:52:21","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T03:52:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tiktik-online.co.il\/?p=76902"},"modified":"2026-09-28T13:35:39","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T10:35:39","slug":"world-cup-2026-usa-visa-guide-israel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tiktik-online.co.il\/en\/world-cup-2026-usa-visa-guide-israel\/","title":{"rendered":"US Visa for the 2026 World Cup \u2014 A Guide for Israelis"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Israelis need a B1\/B2 visa for the US. ESTA is not available to Israelis. The process includes the DS-160 form, an 85 fee, and an interview at the embassy in Tel Aviv.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h1>The Visa Process Step by Step<\/h1>\n<p>1. Filling out the DS-160 form in English at ceac.state.gov<br \/>2. Paying the 85 fee<br \/>3. Scheduling an embassy interview (3-8 weeks normally, up to 4 months before the World Cup)<br \/>4. Interview (3-5 minutes) \u2014 passport, proof of employment, pay slips<br \/>5. Passport returned with the visa within 5-10 days<\/p>\n<h2>ESTA \u2014 Not Available to Israelis<\/h2>\n<p>As of March 2026, Israel is not part of the ESTA program. Don't rely on rumors \u2014 apply for a regular visa.<\/p>\n<h2>Canada \u2014 eTA at<\/h2>\n<p>Israelis only need an eTA (electronic authorization).  Canadian, approved within minutes. canada.ca.<\/p>\n<h2>Mexico \u2014 Exempt<\/h2>\n<p>Israelis are exempt from a visa for Mexico for up to 180 days. The simplest destination.<\/p>\n<h2>Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply 4-6 months before your trip<\/li>\n<li>If you were refused \u2014 you can reapply with improved documents<\/li>\n<li>Travel insurance is essential for the US (medical treatment is very expensive)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>Do Israelis Need a Visa?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. B1\/B2, 85, an embassy interview.<\/p>\n<h3>How Long Does It Take?<\/h3>\n<p>3-8 weeks normally, up to 4 months before the World Cup.<\/p>\n<h3>Can You Go Without a US Visa?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes \u2014 matches in Canada (eTA) and Mexico (exempt).<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"\/en\/worldcup\/\">Sports packages and tickets for upcoming matches \u2192<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#f0f4ff;border-right:4px solid #C41E3A;padding:20px;margin:30px 0;border-radius:8px;\"><strong>Looking for Tickets for a Football Match Abroad?<\/strong><br \/>TikTik offers genuine tickets with a full guarantee, packages including flights and hotels, and Hebrew-language service.<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktik-online.co.il\/en\/worldcup\/\" style=\"color:#C41E3A;font-weight:bold;\">World Cup 2026 \u2014 Tournament Archive &raquo;<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u05d9\u05e9\u05e8\u05d0\u05dc\u05d9\u05dd \u05e6\u05e8\u05d9\u05db\u05d9\u05dd \u05d5\u05d9\u05d6\u05ea B1\/B2 \u05dc\u05d0\u05e8\u05d4&quot;\u05d1. 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