US Embassy Services
US Visa & ESTA
ESTA or a B1/B2 tourist visa. Understand which path applies to you
Most Israelis enter the US with an ESTA (electronic travel authorization). Those ineligible for ESTA, or needing a longer stay, need a B1/B2 tourist visa. We guide you through both and know exactly which path fits you. The authorization itself is granted by the embassy.
Visa pricing
| Service | Service fee | Gov. fee | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESTA - travel authorization | 220 ₪ | $40 | Available same-day |
| B1/B2 tourist visa | 600 ₪ | $185 | Embassy expedite route: up to +₪1,500 |
Service payment is made only after an appointment is set. Government fees are paid directly to US authorities.
How the process works
Get in touch
Phone, WhatsApp, or form. We commit to responding by the next business day.
Simple questionnaire
A short form in Hebrew or English, and from it we map your exact document checklist.
The embassy appointment
We coordinate the date with you and brief you on what to bring and what to say.
With you throughout
We stay in touch throughout. The decision and the issuance are the embassy's alone.
Frequently asked questions
ESTA or visa - which fits me?
Holders of a 10-year US passport are eligible for ESTA. Holders of a 5-year (minor) passport who are still under 18 are eligible - and should apply before their 18th birthday. Holders of a 5-year passport over age 18 are NOT eligible for ESTA and need a B1/B2 tourist visa instead. We assess your case and point you to the right path.
I was denied ESTA - now what?
An ESTA denial doesn't block you - it simply routes you to the tourist visa path. We guide you through the application and prepare you for the embassy interview.
How fast can I get a visa appointment?
Depends on demand. The embassy offers an expedite route for an extra fee (up to ₪1,500 depending on availability). We update you on availability in real time.
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