Visa requirements for Palestinian citizens

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Visa requirements for Palestinian citizens are administrative entry restrictions by the authorities of other states which are imposed on citizens of Palestine who hold a passport issued by the Palestinian Authority. As of 2025, Palestinian citizens had visa-free or visa on arrival access to 39 countries and territories, ranking the Palestinian passport 97th in terms of travel freedom according to the Henley Passport Index. On the other hand its ranked 88th based on Global Passport Power Rank.

As of 16 June 2023, the Palestinian Authority started issuing biometric passports, containing the same information as the previous non-biometric passport with the exception of the nationality which says PALESTINIAN/فلسطيني, and removed the occupation of the bearer.

Palestinian passport holders that have visas or residency permits issued by Australia, Canada, GCC courtiers, Schengen Area, United Kingdom, United States might help in granting them the ability to apply for electronic visa (e-Visa) and / or visa on arrival to some countries.

Visa requirements map

Visa requirements

Country Visa requirement Allowed stay Notes (excluding departure fees)
Afghanistan Visa required
  • Visa is not required in case born in Afghanistan or can proof that one of their parents is a national of Afghanistan or born in Afghanistan.
Albania eVisa
  • Visa is not required for Holders of a valid multiple-entry Schengen, UK or US visa has been previously used once or residence permit of Ireland, Schengen, UK, US or UAE 10 years.
Algeria Visa required
  • Visa Issuance for passengers with a boarding authorization traveling as tourists to cities in the south of Algeria (Timimoun, Ghardaia, Ilizi, Djanet or Tamanraset) can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum of 30 days. They must have: a return/onward ticket, a hotel reservation confirmation.
Andorra Visa required
  • Although no visa requirements exist, apply the relevant regulations of France or Spain, whichever must be transited to reach Andorra.
Angola eVisa
Antigua and Barbuda eVisa
  • Palestinians with a visa or residency issued by Canada, USA, United Kingdom or a Schengen Member State can obtain a visa upon arrival that costs USD100 for a maximum of 30 days.
Argentina Visa required
Armenia Visa required
  • Palestinians with ordinary passports are required to hold a visa when travelling to Armenia.
  • The visa must be obtained in advance at the Embassies (Consulates) of Armenia by invitation only.
  • Invitations can be submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by:
  1. a legal entity registered in Armenia,
  2. authorities of Armenia and foreign diplomatic representations, international organizations or their representatives accredited in Armenia.
  • Individuals must submit an invitation to the Migration and Citizenship Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia.
  • The invitation must be submitted by a person or legal entity interested in the applicant’s visit to Armenia.
  • Temporary Visa Exemption for 180 days to Palestinians holding a valid residence permit issued by the USA, UK, European Union Member States, Schengen Area States and the GCC member state which supposed to be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into the Republic of Armenia, are exempt from the visa requirement starting from July 1 to December 31, 2025.
Australia Online Visa required
  • May apply online (Online Visitor e600 visa).
Austria Visa required
Azerbaijan Visa required
  • Palestinians are eligible to obtain a 30-day tourist Visa on Arrival if holding a residence permit issued by one of GCC state members. They must present their valid visa or residence permit along with their passport.
Bahamas eVisa 90 days
Bahrain eVisa 14 days
  • For tourism purpose only.
  • May obtain a 1 month Visa on Arrival if holding a residence permit issued by United States -(Green card holders) or one of GCC state members and if holding a visa issued by Saudi Arabia, USA, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom or a Schengen Member State.
Bangladesh Visa on arrival 30 days
Barbados Visa required
  • Visa is not required for a maximum stay of 24 hours if holding a cruise reservation confirmation.
Belarus Visa required
  • Visa upon arrival at Minsk International Airport (MSQ) if having an invitation letter issued by a Belarusian tourist company or a medical/health organization.
  • Palestinians with a valid visa issued by The Russian Federation can enter Belarus visa free but the visa must be valid for the period of intended stay in Belarus.
Belgium Visa required
Belize Visa required
  • Visa is not required for holders of a valid multiple-entry visa or permanent residence of Canada, Schengen or US.
Benin eVisa 30 days
  • Must have an international vaccination certificate.
Bhutan eVisa 90 days
  • Visa fee is USD 40 per person and visa application may be processed within 5 business days with duration of stay of 90 days.
  • e-Visa applicant is also subject to pay Sustainable Development Fee
Bolivia Visa not required 90 days
Bosnia and Herzegovina Visa required
  • Visa isn't required with duration of stay of 30 days for holders of a valid multiple-entry visa issued by US, Ireland or a Schengen Member State.
Botswana eVisa 3 months
Brazil Visa required
Brunei Visa required
Bulgaria Visa required
  • Visa is not required for holders of a valid Schengen Member State Visa.
Burkina Faso eVisa
Burundi eVisa /Visa on arrival 30 days
  • Must hold an Entry Authorisation letter issued by the authorities of Burundi beforehand.
Cambodia eVisa / Visa on arrival 30 days
Cameroon eVisa
Canada Visa required
  • US permanent resident card (Green card) holders can enter visa free
Cape Verde Visa on arrival 30 days
  • Visa on arrival at Sal, Boa Vista, São Vicente or Santiago international airports.
  • Requirement to register online 5 days before arrival
  • Also pay the airport security fee of CVE 3400 either online or on arrival.
Central African Republic Visa required
Chad eVisa 90 days
Chile Visa required
  • May apply online
  • Palestinians with an entry authorization issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile can obtain a visa upon arrival.
China Visa required
  • Visa on arrival for Macao.
  • May get a visa on arrival for 5 days at Shenzhen(SZX) airport.
  • May apply online for Hong Kong .
  • Palestinians who travel in a group organized by a Chinese international tour operator or a registered travel agency do not need a visa for a maximum of 6 days if they arrive from Hong Kong or Macao to take a trip to the Zhujiang Delta in Guangdong province; and arrive at/depart from Dongguan (DGM), Guangzhou (CAN), Huizhou (HUZ), Shantou (SWA), Shenzhen (SZX) or Zhuhai (ZUH).
  • Might transit without a visa if holding an onward ticket for a flight within 24 hours through any international airports of China (except Ürümqi).
  • eligible to obtain a visa upon arrival at Shanghai Pudong (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao (SHA) if holding a Port eVisa Confirmation Letter issued by China.
  • May apply online
Colombia eVisa
Comoros Visa on arrival 45 days
Republic of the Congo Visa required
Democratic Republic of the Congo eVisa 7 days
Costa Rica Visa required
  • Holders of a valid multiple-entry visa of any member state of the Schengen Area, Canada, or the United States may enter Cost Rica without a visa for maximum stay of 30 days.
Côte d'Ivoire eVisa 3 months
  • e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport.
Croatia Visa required
Cuba eVisa 90 days
  • May purchase Tourist Card prior on arrival if having valid multiple entries visas issued by United States, Canada, or Schengen Member State.
Cyprus Visa required
  • Holders of valid double or multiple entry Schengen visa or Bulgarian, Croatian and Romanian national visa, as well as residence permits issued by Schengen Member States or by Bulgaria, Croatia and Romania, are not required to hold a short-stay visa to enter the Republic of Cyprus for a time period that does not exceed 90 days in any 180 day period.
Czech Republic Visa required
Denmark Visa required
Djibouti eVisa/Visa on arrival 90 days
Dominica Visa not required 21 days
  • Palestinians can enter with a visa issued by Canada, USA, United Kingdom or a Schengen Member State for a maximum of 6 months.
  • Palestinians with a confirmed onward ticket to a third country within 21 days or if they travel as a tourist do not need a visa.
Dominican Republic Visa required
  • Holders of a valid visa or a residence permit of any member state of the Schengen Area, Canada, Cyprus, Ireland, the United Kingdom or the United States may enter the Dominican Republic without a visa.
  • travelers who wants to enter must submit an E-Ticket when enter/exit and present the QR code at immigration.
Ecuador Visa not required 90 days
Egypt Visa required 30 days
  • Visa Exemptions:
    • Female passengers with "The Palestinian Authority" normal passport.
    • Male passengers with "The Palestinian Authority" normal passport older than 40 years for a maximum stay of 30 days.
    • Male passengers with "The Palestinian Authority" normal passport: Requirement: for those transiting to the Gaza Strip, if the accepting carrier obtains confirmation that the Rafah border is open, prior to boarding; Requirement: for holders of an official invitation issued to participants of international and regional conferences; Requirement: for holders of Investment Authority approvals for those traveling on business, related to companies or projects in Egypt;
    • Wives of Egyptian nationals.
    • Sons and daughters born to an Egyptian father.
    • Sons and daughters of an Egyptian mother if born after 25 July 2004.
      • Information: Accepted proof of Egyptian nationality is: (copy of) a birth certificate, passport or national ID card of the relative.
El Salvador eVisa
Equatorial Guinea eVisa
Eritrea Visa required
Estonia Visa required
Eswatini Visa not required 30 days
Ethiopia eVisa up to 90 days
Fiji eVisa
Finland Visa required
France Visa required
Gabon eVisa 90 days
  • Electronic visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport.
  • New digital platform for issuing electronic tourist visas (e-Visas) in less than 48 hours, free of charge, for all applications submitted between July 1 and September 30, 2025.
Gambia Visa required
Georgia Visa required
  • Visa is not required for up to 90 days if holding a valid visa or residency permit from EEA Member State, Australia, Bermuda, Canada, GCC member state, Japan, Korea (Rep.), New Zealand, Switzerland, USA or United Kingdom.
Germany Visa required
Ghana Visa required
  • Visa applications to be processed within 5 working days.
Greece Visa required
Grenada Visa required
  • Visa is not required up to 24 hours if traveling as a Cruise ship passenger.
Guatemala Visa required
  • Visa is not required up to 90 days if holding a valid residence permit issued by Australia, Canada, GCC member state the United States the United Kingdom or a Schengen Area Member State.
Guinea eVisa 90 days
Guinea-Bissau Visa on arrival 90 days
Guyana eVisa 90 days
  • Palestinians traveling as tourists with an approval letter issued by Ministry of Home Affairs (Immigration Section) of Guyana can obtain a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 30 days.
Haiti Visa required
  • May enter visa free for 3 months if holding a valid resident permit or visa of United States, Canadian, United Kingdom or Schengen.
Honduras Visa required
  • Visa is not required if holding a valid visa for at least 6 months at the time of arrival, issued by Canada, the United States or a Schengen Area Member State.
Hungary Visa required
Iceland Visa required
India eVisa 30 days
  • e-Visa holders must arrive via 32 designated airports or 5 designated seaports.
  • An Indian e-Tourist Visa may only be obtained twice within 1 calendar year.
  • Foreigners of Pakistani origin or who hold a Pakistani Passport are not eligible for an e-Visa. Foreigners who are not Pakistani nationals, but whose parents or grandparents (either paternal or maternal) were born in, or were permanent residents in Pakistan, are also not eligible for an e-Visa.
Indonesia e-VOA/Visa on arrival 30 days
  • Non-extendable.
Iran eVisa /Visa on arrival 30 days
  • Arriving at Kish (KIH) or Qeshm (GSM) do not need a visa for a maximum of 14 days.
  • Can obtain a visa on arrival at Mashhad International Airport (MHD), Tabriz International Airport (TBZ), Esfahan International Airport (IFN) and Bandar Abbas International Airport (BND) for a maximum of 30 days.
  • Passengers who have already made an application, at least two days before arrival, at the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affair's e-Visa website and present the submission notification at the airport's visa desk may obtain a visa on arrival.
Iraq eVisa 30 days
  • May apply online Kurdistan region.
Ireland Visa required
  • May apply online through AVATS Online Application facility
Israel Visa required
  • Holders of passports issued by the Palestinian Authority can obtain only a one time exit "permit" from Israel that allows them to exit and return to Tel Aviv Airport. Other arrivals are deported to last airport of departure on their own cost. Palestinians are denied from returning to Palestine.
  • Palestinians holding a BMC - Business Men Card, previously known as VIP card, are allowed to exit and return to Tel Aviv Airport upon previous coordination with COGAT.
  • Authorizations of Entry into Israel, their Passage between West Bank and the Gaza Strip and their Travel Abroad
  • See Palestinian freedom of movement.
Italy Visa required
Jamaica Visa required
  • Palestinians with a cruise reservation confirmation are visa exempted for a maximum stay of 72 hours.
Japan Visa required
  • Eligible for an e-Visa if residing in one these countries Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, India, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States.
  • May apply online
Jordan Visa not required 30 days
  • 1 month holders of normal passport issued for residents of West Bank.
    • This does not apply to passengers whose passport ID starts with 00.
    • Residents of the Gaza Strip must obtain a “non-impediment” permit from the Jordanian government beforehand to enter Jordan, and obtain a 'special transit visa' when transiting.
Kazakhstan eVisa
Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation 3 months
  • Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
  • Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance.
  • eTA fee is USD 32.50.
  • Proof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable).
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries.
  • Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda.
Kiribati Visa required
North Korea Visa required
South Korea Visa required
  • Multiple-Entry Visa may be granted to Palestinians who entered South Korea 4 or more times within the last 2 years, or 10 or more visits in total (one of those 10 visits should be within the last 2 years).
  • May apply online
Kuwait Visa required

e-Visa can be obtained for holders of a Residence Permit issued by a GCC member state under the following conditions:

  • To be 18 years old and over.
  • The residence permit for a GCC state must be valid for at least another 3 months.
  • To be accompanied by the sponsor of the residence permit if the sponsor is an individual.
  • Does not apply to holders of a GCC Student Visa and Non-Skilled Worker Visa
Kyrgyzstan eVisa
Laos Visa on arrival 30 days
  • 17 of the 31 border crossings are only open to visa holders.
  • e-Visa may be used to enter Laos through Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, 3 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges and in Boten (road and railroad).
  • Visa on arrival is available at Luang Prabang, Pakse and Vientiane international airports, the 4 Thai-Lao Friendship Bridges and 6 border crossings.
  • Visa on arrival is extendable for an additional 60 days at the Department of Immigration in Vientiane.
Latvia Visa required
Lebanon Visa required
  • Holders of passports containing any Israeli visa or stamp will be refused entry.
Lesotho eVisa 14 days
  • eVISA Applications System Suspended. Email for online applications.
Liberia eVisa 30 days
  • Must apply online for the visa on arrival.
  • May Apply online
Libya eVisa 30 days
Liechtenstein Visa required
Lithuania Visa required
Luxembourg Visa required
Madagascar Admission refused
  • Although Palestinians can apply online for the eVisa at the platform but holders of a Palestinian Authority passport are not allowed to enter and transit.
Malawi eVisa
Malaysia Visa not required 30 days
  • The electronic Malaysia Digital Arrival Card must be submitted within three days before the date of arrival in Malaysia.
Maldives Free visa on arrival

30 days
Mali Visa required
Malta Visa required
Marshall Islands Visa required
Mauritania eVisa 30 days
Mauritius Visa required
Mexico Visa required
  • Visa is not required for Holders of a valid visa of Canada, US, UK or a Schengen State and Permanent residence of Canada, Chile, Colombia, Schengen State, Japan, UK, US
  • Entry may be refused by immigration officials for individuals who were previously denied a US visa, even if holding a valid Mexican visa.
Micronesia Visa not required 30 days
Moldova eVisa
  • visa not required if holding a valid visa /residence permit that is issued by a European Union member state or Schengen Area, Canada, Ireland, UK, US
Monaco Visa required
Mongolia Visa required
  • May obtain a visa on arrival at Ulaanbaatar (ULN) if traveling on business or on duty with a confirmation from Immigration Agency of Mongolia or Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia stating that a visa has been approved before departure.
Montenegro Visa required
  • Visa not required for holders of a valid Australia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, US, UK or a Schengen Visa.
  • Holders of residence permit in the United Arab Emirates may enter, in Montenegro for a duration of 10 days
Morocco Visa required
Mozambique eVisa / Visa on arrival 30 days
Myanmar Visa required
Namibia eVOA
Nauru Visa required
  • Applications can be submitted via email before departure
  Nepal Visa required 30 days
  • Palestinians are required to acquire a Visa prior their arrival from their nearby Diplomatic missions (Embassies/consulates) of Nepal Government.
Netherlands Visa required
New Zealand Visa required
  • Egyptian travel documents issued for Palestinian refugees that do not include an entry visa allowing the holder to enter Egypt are unacceptable, and visas will not be endorsed in them.
  • Holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure.
Nicaragua Visa not required 90 days
Niger Visa required
  • Visa on arrival at Diori Hamani International Airport if a letter of invitation ('Visa Volant') issued by the Ministry of Interior is honored.
Nigeria eVisa 90 days
North Macedonia Visa required
  • Visa is not required for stays upto 15 days if holding a valid multiple entry visa of Canada, the United States, United Kingdom, Schengen Area member state, or residence permit of Schengen Area member state.
Norway Visa required
Oman eVisa 10 days
  • Holders of a GCC state resident permit can get a 28 days visa on arrival that costs 5 Omani Riyals.
Pakistan eVisa 90 days
  • Palestinians must register their personal information and temporary address in the nearest police station within 1 week after entering Pakistan. This is usually done by the sponsor (in case of a Visit Visa or Business Visa), or by the hotel management (in case of a Tourist Visa).
Palau Free visa on arrival 30 days
Panama Visa required
  • Visa is not required for holders of a multiple-entry visa valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry or permanent residency issued by Australia, Canada, European Union, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, US, UK.
Papua New Guinea eVisa 60 days
  • May apply for an e-visa under the type of "Tourist - Own Itinerary".
Paraguay eVisa
Peru Visa required
Philippines eVisa
Poland Visa required
Portugal Visa required
Qatar eVisa 30 days
Romania Visa required
  • Visa is not required for holders of a valid Schengen Member State Visa.
  • May Apply Online.
Russia Visa required
  • May enter with a valid visa issued by Belarus which must be valid for the period of intended stay in Russia.
  • Visa not required if visiting Saint Petersburg for up to 72 hours via the cruise St. Peter Line ferries, from Helsinki or Tallinn.
  • May apply online and then submit all the documents at the embassy to get the visa
Rwanda eVisa / Visa on arrival
  • Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Kenya or Uganda
Saint Kitts and Nevis eVisa
Saint Lucia Visa required
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Visa required
Samoa Free entry permit on arrival 90 days
San Marino Visa required
São Tomé and Príncipe eVisa 15 days
  • Holders of a visa or resident permit issued by the United States or a Schengen area member state do not require a visa for stays up to 15 days.
Saudi Arabia Visa required
  • Tourist visa on arrival and eVisa for holders of a valid multiple entry visa from US, UK or Schengen area, under the condition that the multiple entry visa has been used at least once, proving that by showing the entry and exit stamps of the country of issuance.
  • Eligible for an e-Visa or transit visa if holding a valid residence permit of no less than 3 months in a GCC country.
Senegal Visa on arrival 90 days
Serbia eVisa
  • Visa isn't required for holders of a valid visa issued by Switzerland, United Kingdom, USA or an EEA Member State or a residence permit issued by Switzerland, USA or an EEA Member State for a maximum of 90 days .
Seychelles Electronic Border System 3 months
  • Application submitted up to 30 days before travel
Sierra Leone eVisa 30 days
Singapore eVisa 30 days
Slovakia Visa required
Slovenia Visa required
  • May apply online and then submit the printed application at Slovenian Embassy/consulate
Solomon Islands Visa required
  • holding an onward ticket to a 3rd destination makes it possible to get a transit visa upon arrival for a period of 7 days.
Somalia eVisa 30 days
South Africa Visa required 90 days
  • South Africa’s ETA portal is now accessible , but not yet functional.
  • Countries exempt from South African Visas.
South Sudan eVisa
  • Obtainable online
  • Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel
Spain Visa required
Sri Lanka Electronic Travel Authorization 30 days
  • The standard visitor visa allows a stay of 60 days within any 6-month period.
  • Visa fees (for Standard visitor visa):
  • e-Visa categories will be charged an additional USD 18.50 service fee.
  • If transiting from any of the Sri Lankan airports, An e-Visa is exempted (2 day transit period).
Sudan Visa required
  • May obtain a visa on arrival if married to a national of Sudan or prove that are of Sudanese origins from the father's side.
Suriname Visa not required 90 days
Sweden Visa required
 Switzerland Visa required
Syria eVisa
  • Palestinians whose their Palestinian Authority Passport states that they were born in Algeria, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates or Yemen do not need a visa.
  • Nationals of countries without any Syrian representation can obtain a visa upon arrival,
  • Palestinians with a residence permit issued by a GCC country state can obtain a visa upon arrival. They must have a valid address in Syria, a contact number and sufficient funds to cover their stay.
Taiwan eVisa 90 days
Tajikistan eVisa 45 days
Tanzania eVisa 90 days
Thailand eVisa 30 days
  • Thailand launched digital arrival card(TDAC) for visitors starting from May st 2025 that could be filled up to 3 days before the arrival date.
Timor-Leste Visa on arrival 30 days
  • At Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport or the Dili Sea Port only.
Togo eVisa 15 days
Tonga Visa required
  • If intending to visit Tonga for a period of not less than 30 days its required to obtain an entry permit issued by the Immigration Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs prior to arriving in Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago eVisa
Tunisia Visa required
  • Holders of a residence permit issued by GCC Member States can obtain a visa on arrival for 15 days. The permit should be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival and must have a confirmed hotel reservation also sufficient money to cover the stay.
Turkey eVisa 30 days
  • e-Visa can be obtained if holding a multiple entry visa or a residence permit from any of the Schengen countries, USA, UK or Ireland.
Turkmenistan Visa required
  • Eligible for a visa on arrival for a maximum stay of 10 days if having a letter of invitation issued by a company registered in Turkmenistan and approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Tuvalu Visa on arrival 1 month
Uganda eVisa 3 months
  • Visa fee is 50 USD.
  • Can also be entered on an East Africa Tourist Visa issued by Kenya or Rwanda.
Ukraine Visa required
United Arab Emirates eVisa 30 days
  • May apply online.
  • May apply also using 'Smart service'.
United Kingdom Visa required
  • May apply online
United States Visa required
  • Multiple Entry visa is given for a duration of 5 years.
  • May apply online
  • As of Sep 1st, 2025, holders of Palestinian Passports for Non Immigrant Visa applications will be rejected
Uruguay Visa required
Uzbekistan eVisa 30 days
  • Visa not required for holders of a valid Residency Visa in the United Arab Emirates for at least 3 months.
Vanuatu eVisa 120 days
Vatican City Visa required
  • Open borders but de facto follows Italian visa policy.
Venezuela Visa not required 90 days
Vietnam eVisa 90 days
  • Visa free for 30 days when visiting Phú Quốc
Yemen eVisa
Zambia eVisa 90 days
Zimbabwe eVisa / Visa on arrival 30 days

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