Flying abroad this summer? Things you must check before arriving at Ben Gurion

The Population and Immigration Authority publishes recommendations for travelers abroad ahead of the busy August at Ben Gurion Airport. Among the recommendations: checking passport validity, exit prevention orders, matching personal details, and keeping a digital copy of the passport.

Ahead of the busy month of August at Ben Gurion Airport, the Population and Immigration Authority has published a series of recommendations to prevent travel mishaps. These include checking passport validity well in advance, as many countries require six months of remaining validity. Also, ensure children have valid passports and that the passport itself is not damaged or torn. A critical issue is checking for exit prevention orders, which may only be discovered at the airport. It is recommended to check this in advance via the 3450* hotline. Additionally, travelers should verify that personal details on the passport exactly match the flight ticket, take a photo of the passport and keep a separate copy, and carry an additional ID document. The authority emphasizes that Israeli citizens must exit and enter using only an Israeli travel document.