The process of entry into Palestine-Israel at Ben Gurion International
Airport in Tel Aviv or the Jordan and Egypt land crossings

The arrival and departure process at Ben Gurion International Airport is well known for its thorough procedures, with personal, direct questioning of customers being a regular occurrence.  Tourists should be prepared to be questioned, to show flight or proof of the booking, to have their luggage searched and to possibly be detained up to a few hours. 

On Arrival: Upon arrival at the terminal, it is important to connect to the airport’s Wi-Fi, and contact our operations contact via the issued WhatsApp number, and to send messages regarding your current status in the arrival procedure.  Arriving by land borders through Jordan or Egypt, also one may be delayed; please maintain contact via WhatsApp accordingly.

On Departure: Be prepared for a lengthy check-in process at Ben Gurion Airport.  Be certain that you have travel documents on your immediate person at all times, that you have packed your own luggage and that you are completely aware of its contents.  Remain calm and answer questions asked by airport authorities directly and as simply as possible.