Apply For Your US Visa From Israel

Applying for a B1/B2 visa to the United States can be stressful. Let us help you.

Start your visa application with our simplified DS-160 form. Receive professional and expert assistance, and 24/7 customer support while you get your US visa.

Read on to learn more about the steps involved US visa application process in Israel.

How Can I Get A Tourist or Business US Visa From Israel?

Applying for a tourist or business visa follows a multi-step process.

Many who wish to travel to the US from Israel are confused about how to start with their US visa application.

At Usvisawizard, we know the importance of knowing exactly which steps to follow to successfully obtain a B1/B2 visa. Here is what you need to know:

Step 1: Complete the slow and complex government DS-160 form. (about 90 minutes)

Step 2: Create a profile on the U.S. government website.

Step 3: Pay the government fee.

Step 4: Attend your interview.

Step 5: If approved, pick up your visa or have it delivered.

Easy Steps with USVisaWizard

Step 1: Fill out a short form with essential information. You’ll be done in about 2 minutes.

Step 2: Pay our fee and the U.S. visa application fee.

Step 3: Fill out our simplified DS-160 form, make as many edits as you need.

Step 4: Attend your interview.

Step 5: Pick up your approved visa or have it delivered.

Benefits of applying with USVisaWizard

• 24/7 expert support throughout the full application process
• Apply as a group or family
• Modify or edit details after submitting your information
• Data protection

Paying For Your US Visa Fee in Israel

The accepted methods of payment for the US visa fee in Israel are:

• U.S. dollars
• Israeli shekels (NIS) (amount is according to the U.S. Embassy daily rate of exchange)

You can pay in cash or credit card. Only international credit cards that accept charges in U.S. dollars

It’s possible to pay online. To pay in cash you must go to the Israeli Postal Bank or Bank of Palestine.

After paying the visa fee, you have up to one year to get your visa approved.

How Do I Know Where To Pick Up My US Visa in Israel?

In Israel, you may pick up your documents using a Pick Up Location or have it delivered to a specific address, such as your home or office.

To retrieve your travel document with your B1/B2 visa attached, you must prove your identity with an official state issued identification card, or an official driver’s license.

If a passport is not picked up within 30 days, it will be returned to the Consular Office.

Visa Courier Delivery Service

You may have your visa delivered directly to your home or a designated address.

You will receive a tracking number associated with your application.

The courier service will attempt to deliver your visa up to 3 times. In the event that they are unable to do so, you will have to set up pick up.

The visa can only be released to an adult who will sign delivery documents.

How to Schedule My US Visa Appointments in Israel

Applicants must schedule an appointment at the Emabassy or consulate.

You must gather all the necessary documents. Depending on the purpose of your trip, these documents may vary.

The U.S. Embassy in Israel is located in Jerusalem. Besides, there is only 1 consulate, situated in Tel Aviv.

Important: USVisaWizard will schedule your appointment and ensure that you are prepared for your visa interview, saving you time and stress.

What Are the Visa Waiting Times in Israel?

The estimated wait time varies according to the number of visa requests. Currently, waiting times are low. However, this can change depending on demand.

The more visa applications are being processed, the higher the visa waiting time will be.

How Do I Track the Status of My Visa B1/B2?

Once you have been interviewed by the consular officer, he or she will inform you of your visa status immediately.

If your application is approved, the embassy or consulate will retain your passport and attach a B1/B2 visa to it.

When your documents are ready, they are sent to your selected location for pickup or delivery.

Interview Waiver in Israel

If you have qualified for an interview waiver, it means that you do not need to go to the US embassy or consulate. Therefore, you may not know the status of your visa as quickly.

After your documents and passport have been sent to the U.S. Embassy or U.S. Consulate General, your passport will be returned to you within 2 to 4 weeks.

You must wait to know the status of your visa.

What Is the Rate of Visa Approval in Isreal?

The approval visa rate for Israel is extremely high. The majority of applicants get their tourist or business visa approved.

U.S. data over the last 10 years shows that the refusal visa rate for Brazil is quite low, just 2.27% percent.

Tip: Our expert assistance, combined with 24/7 customer support, can help you avoid the most common mistakes made during the visa application process.

Useful Sources and Links for Israel Applicants

• Government DS-160 form
• Applicant Service Center - Jerusalem, The West Bank, and Gaza
• US Visa fees in Israel
• Visa Appointment Wait Times in Israel
• Interview Waiver