🇮🇱 Israel for 🇱🇰 LK citizens

Embassy and visa‑center checklists for Israel B/2 visas often specify a 5x5 cm biometric photo; the eVisa‑B2 system uses an equivalent digital format. Photo must clearly show the full face without shadows, hats or tinted glasses. Requirements mirror those for Indian applicants under the same eVisa‑B2 pilot; a recent biometric photo is mandatory.

The eVisa‑B2 portal requires intended dates of arrival and departure; supporting uploads of flight bookings are commonly requested. Tickets usually do not need to be fully paid at application stage, but bookings should be realistic and consistent with the requested stay. Applicants must provide intended dates of travel; supporting flight bookings are commonly requested for eVisa‑B2 applications.

Typical eVisa‑B2 and B/2 visitor requirements include hotel bookings or, for private stays, an invitation letter with address and contact details of the host. Bookings should cover at least the initial period of stay requested; cancellable reservations are generally acceptable. As with Indian applicants, Sri Lankan eVisa‑B2 applicants are generally expected to show hotel bookings or host invitation details covering their stay.

Israel B/2 visa checklists for Indian applicants typically require 4–6 months of bank statements; the eVisa‑B2 pilot follows similar financial sufficiency checks. Statements should be stamped or digitally certified where possible and clearly show the applicant’s name and running balance. Where a sponsor is paying for the trip, additional sponsor bank statements and a sponsorship letter may be requested. Processing for Sri Lankan applicants is handled via the Israeli Embassy in New Delhi, which typically follows similar financial documentation standards as for Indian applicants (4–6 months of statements).

Israel B/2 visitor visa checklists for Indian applicants typically require travel/medical insurance; the eVisa‑B2 pilot is expected to maintain this requirement. Policy should show the applicant’s name, coverage dates and emergency medical coverage; COVID‑19 coverage may be recommended or required depending on current health guidance. As with Indian applicants, travel/medical insurance is typically required or strongly recommended for Sri Lankan eVisa‑B2 applicants; policy should clearly show coverage dates and emergency medical benefits.

As with Indian applicants, a minimum of 6 months’ passport validity is a safe baseline for Sri Lankan applicants under the eVisa‑B2 pilot. Applicants must reside in Sri Lanka or India under current pilot rules; proof of residence may be requested by the processing mission in New Delhi.

Applicants should demonstrate ties to their country of residence (Sri Lanka or India) through employment or study; letters should confirm position, salary where applicable, and approved leave for the trip.

For private or business visits, an invitation letter is often requested, even under the eVisa‑B2 pilot. The letter should include host’s full name, Israeli ID number (if applicable), address, contact details, relationship to the applicant, purpose and duration of visit, and any financial guarantees. For private or business visits, an invitation letter similar to that used for Indian eVisa‑B2 applicants is often requested, including host details, relationship, purpose and duration of visit.