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Israel Ministry of Tourism say UAE travellers can now visit Israel

For the first time around, Israel is now open to all travellers residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

City of Jaffa. Image:Israel Ministry of Tourism

As of 01 March 2022, vaccinated and unvaccinated tourists of all ages are permitted to enter Israel upon presenting a negative PCR test before departure and after arriving in Israel. The Israel Ministry of Tourism made the official announcement at the Expo 2020 Israeli Pavilion on 15 March 2022. The announcement follows a recent agreement between the UAE and Israel extending visa-free entry to all UAE nationals as part of the ongoing strategic partnership between both countries.   

Following the announcement, the Israel Ministry of Tourism hosted a B2B workshop for travel partners in the UAE. Dignitaries from the Ministry shared an informative destination presentation showcasing exceptional prospects for post-covid tourism. The workshop attracted over 65 agents from the travel industry, followed by a pavilion tour to the travel trade partners and media. The event concluded with a networking gala serving Israeli delicacies and music that welcomed top travel stakeholders in the market.

Israel’s tourism offering: Israel is a global destination attracting over 4.5 million tourists in 2019 alone. The country provides the perfect conditions to accommodate all UAE visitors, including halal food restaurants. The local Israeli Kosher food is halal-friendly and is liked by many tourists. Additionally, the country offers diverse family-oriented hotels and heritage sites which can be explored with the help of Arabic tour guides.

Speaking at the event, Ksenia Kobiakov, New Markets Development Department Director, Israel Ministry of Tourism, said: “There is a tremendous potential in the UAE to drive incoming tourists to Israel. I hope travellers from the UAE will appreciate Israel’s unique offerings, and I believe they will want to visit more than once. We look forward to welcoming UAE tourists to witness the wonders of our country. This year, our focus would be to introduce the hidden gem to the travellers from this market. We are looking to promote the country as a destination targeting families, FIT experiential travellers, religious, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) and leisure travellers through various B2B and B2C activities like media and trade familiarization trips, roadshows, cooperation with travel trade and airlines.”

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Residents in the UAE can now apply for visas to travel to Israel

Starting from August 1, UAE residents are now eligible to apply for visas to travel to Israel.

Applicants may visit the Abu Dhabi office of VFS Global to submit their visa applications for travel.

According to VFS Global, “the center will accept applications for tourism, business, student, conference, medical, relatives, and family visit categories.”

The UAE and Israel agreed to offer a mutual entry visa exemption for its citizens right after the signing of the historic Abraham Accords in 2020.

The initiative is designed to improve the tourism and economy and enhance the bilateral relationship between the two countries. BKM/ Expat Media

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Israel Ministry: All UAE travellers can now visit Israel

Israel is now open to all travellers residing in the UAE. As of March 1, 2022, vaccinated and unvaccinated tourists of all ages are permitted to enter Israel upon presenting a negative PCR test before departure and after arriving in Israel. The Israel Ministry of Tourism made the official announcement at the Expo 2020 Israeli Pavilion on March 15.

The announcement follows a recent agreement between the UAE and Israel extending visa-free entry to all UAE nationals as part of the ongoing strategic partnership between both countries.

Following the announcement, the Israel Ministry of Tourism hosted a B2B workshop for travel partners in the UAE. Dignitaries from the Ministry shared an informative destination presentation showcasing exceptional prospects for post-Covid tourism.

The workshop attracted over 65 agents from the travel industry.

Speaking at the event, Ksenia Kobiakov, New Markets Development Department Director, Israel Ministry of Tourism, said,

“There is a tremendous potential in the UAE to drive incoming tourists to Israel. I hope travellers from the UAE will appreciate Israel’s unique offerings, and I believe they will want to visit more than once. We look forward to welcoming UAE tourists to witness the wonders of our country. This year, our focus would be to introduce the hidden gem to the travellers from this market. We are looking to promote the country as a destination targeting families, FIT experiential travellers, religious, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) and leisure travellers through various B2B and B2C activities like media and trade familiarization trips, roadshows, cooperation with travel trade and airlines.”

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The Abrahamic peace agreement included an agreement to activate travel procedures for the citizens of the United Arab Emirates and the State of Israel, which is expected to enter into force soon.

On the first of last November, the Cabinet headed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, ratified an agreement between the UAE and the State of Israel regarding mutual exemption from entry visa requirements.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, signed the Abrahamic Peace Agreement between the UAE and the State of Israel on September 15, 2020, opening a new page of relations between the two countries, which stimulates concerted efforts to enhance stability and security in our region.

An Emirati governmental delegation visited Israel on October 20, and discussed cooperation in the fields of investment, trade and technology, and the two sides also signed agreements in various economic sectors.

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Dubai: Japan suspends e-visas; residents' travel plans in limbo as appointments 'rejected'

Some agencies are able to find a solution, with one expert encouraging travellers to get a five-year multiple-entry visa to the popular holiday destination.

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Some UAE residents who are hoping to finally turn their Japan holiday dreams into reality are facing a challenge: It is a struggle to get a visa.

Japan recently suspended its e-visa system — a facility launched in 2023 to make the application process easier for UAE residents. While Emiratis can visit the country visa-free, many expats have to secure the permit prior to their trips.

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Now, those applying for a visa to the popular East Asian destination have to e-mail its Dubai consulate for an appointment. However, travellers and agencies that Khaleej Times spoke to said it was "almost impossible" to get a slot and several requests were being "rejected".

Rafeez Ahmed, a Dubai-based travel vlogger, is planning to explore Japan for two weeks in September — but instead of counting down to the big day, on Wednesday, he was anxiously compiling his documents for visa application. This would be his second attempt.

"I was working with an agency to get an appointment but they had been trying to get one for the past two weeks. They sent four letters to the consulate and all four were rejected or denied," Rafeez told Khaleej Times.

"Now, I spoke to another agency who said they could give me an appointment for July 1," said the Indian expat, keeping his fingers crossed.

New process after e-visa suspension

With the e-visa, applicants just had to log into a website, submit the requirements, and pay the fees (Dh80 for most nationalities and Dh20 for Indians).

This online visa system, however, has been suspended in Dubai since April 27, according to a call centre executive for the Japanese Consulate-General in the emirate.

To secure an appointment, applicants now have to send an e-mail to the consulate between 8am and 10am on weekdays. The mission published a guide on its website (www.dubai.uae.emb-japan.go.jp/), specifying the details that must be included in the e-mail.

If an appointment is confirmed, the consulate will reply by 4pm with an appointment for the next day. If an applicant doesn't get a response, it means the request "was not successful" — and he/she will have to send another e-mail request the next day.

In its guide, the consulate said that an application will not be accepted if the travel date is "more than 3 months or less than 2 weeks at the time of application".

'We just got tired of trying'

For some travel agencies in Dubai that sent countless e-mails for visa appointments — there was never an answer.

Malou Prado, CEO of MPQ Travel and Tourism, said sending these e-mails did not work at all. "At first, we just kept sending these appointment requests to the consulate but we didn't get any response. We just got tired of trying."

A customer service representative of another agency, Akbar Travels UAE, said they used to help residents apply for Japan visas. "But after the e-visa suspension and because of multiple rejections, we just stopped offering the service."

Even travel platform Musafir.com encountered the same challenges, according to Rashida Zahid, vice-president for the agency's operations.

Two days ago, however, they were able to get visas processed, Zahid said. It is touch and go — some are granted a slot, others are not as lucky.

Rafeez had also heard of some travellers who managed to secure appointments but "it was very rare".

These visa challenges come at a time when concerns of "overtourism" have emerged in Japan. The destination has seen more than three million visitors for a third straight month in May, according to official data. With a weak yen, travellers from different parts of the world are able to enjoy a bargain.

Japan has always been a popular destination for travellers from the UAE.

"We've observed a consistent interest in Japan as a holiday destination, and we anticipate this trend to continue," said Zahid from Musafir.com.

Finding a solution

Amid visa woes, some agencies, like MPQ Travel and Tourism, managed to find a solution for its clientele.

"For our Filipino clients, we now suggest that they apply back home, since we also have an office in Manila," Prado said.

"Those who go on one-month annual leave would spend some time in Manila first so they would be able to apply for the visa in person. Within seven to 10 working days, they can get their visa for Japan," she explained.

Prado also encourage her customers to apply for multiple-entry visas. "We have noticed that after a traveller is able to go to Japan with a single-entry visa, it is much easier to get a five-year multi-entry one upon coming back," she said.

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