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Israel
Country facts
The State of Israel
Jerusalem
7,112,359
UTC +2
+972
220 Voltage, C Plug
Hebrew (official), Arabic used officially for Arab minority, English most commonly used foreign language
Jewish 76.4%, Muslim 16%, Arab Christians 1.7%, other Christian 0.4%, Druze 1.6%, unspecified 3.9%
Temperate, hot and dry in southern and eastern desert areas
Located in the Middle East, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Egypt (266km) Gaza Strip (51km), Jordan (238km), Lebanon (79km) Syria (76m) and West Bank (307km)
Total 20, 770 square km;
Land 20, 330 square km,
Water 440 square km.
Coastline 273km
Slightly smaller than New Jersey
Visa information
Visa Requirements for Tourists
The following information on entry and exit requirements has been confirmed with the Israeli authorities. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is the traveler’s responsibility to check with the Embassy of the of Israel and its consulates for up-to-date information.
A valid Canadian passport is required for Canadians intending to visit Israel, the West Bank and/or Giza Strip. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of your expected departure from Israel.
Health information
Health Requirements for Tourists
Health requirements can change at any time The Public Health Agency of Canada strongly recommends that your travel plans include contacting a travel medicine clinic or physician six to eight weeks before departure. Based on your individual risk assessment, a health care professional can determine your need for immunizations and/or preventive medication and advise you on precautions to avoid disease. Travelers are reminded to ensure that their routine (childhood)immunizations (e.g., tetanus, diphtheria, polio, and measles) are up to date.
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