Cash / Currency → Israel

Cash / Currency is restricted for travelers entering Israel; declare above the personal allowance.

Details

Cash / Currency requires declaration at customs (and in some cases an import permit) when carried by travelers into Israel. Israel Tax Authority — Customs Directorate applies a personal-allowance threshold per item category; quantities above attract duty + the destination's VAT/GST rate (17%) plus, for select categories, an additional excise tax. GCC Common Customs Law applies for GCC member states; national restrictions on alcohol / pork / political-religious content are strictly enforced. Travelers should consult Israel Tax Authority — Customs Directorate for the current quantity threshold + documentation requirement before departure.

Leaving with this item

Israel requires declaration when leaving with cash and bearer-form negotiable instruments above NIS 50,000.

Practical advice

Carry Cash / Currency in carry-on where applicable (medication / lithium battery / valuables). On arrival, walk the Red Channel and declare on the customs form. Israel Tax Authority — Customs Directorate computes duty + VAT at the published rate. Have the purchase receipt + (for medication) the original prescription available.

Customs authority

Israel Tax Authority — Customs Directorate · https://www.gov.il/en/departments/israel_tax_authority