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 2026, Palestinian citizens had visa-free or visa on arrival access to 39 countries and territories, ranking the Palestinian passport 93rd in terms of travel freedom according to the Henley Passport Index and 89th per the 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
CountryVisa requirement Allowed stay Notes (excluding departure fees) 30 days 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. e-Visa : Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). 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. 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. Although no visa requirements exist, apply the relevant regulations of France or Spain, whichever must be transited to reach Andorra. 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. 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:
a legal entity registered in Armenia, 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 July1st ,2026 till July1st, 2027. May apply online (Online Visitor e600 visa). 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. 90 days 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. 30 days Visa is not required for a maximum stay of 24 hours if holding a cruise reservation confirmation. 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. Visa is not required for holders of a valid multiple-entry visa or permanent residence of Canada, Schengen or US. 30 days Must have an international vaccination certificate. 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 90 days 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. 3 months Visa is not required for holders of a valid Schengen Member State Visa. 30 days Must hold an Entry Authorisation letter issued by the authorities of Burundi beforehand. 30 days US permanent resident card (Green card) holders can enter visa free 30 days As of Jan 1st 2026 its a must to register online before arrival Also pay the airport security fee of CVE 3400 online. 90 days May apply online Palestinians with an entry authorization issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile can obtain a visa upon arrival. Visa on arrival for . May get a visa on arrival for 5 days at Shenzhen(SZX) airport. May apply online for . 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 45 days 7 days 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. 3 months e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport. 90 days May purchase Tourist Card prior on arrival if having valid multiple entries visas issued by United States, Canada, or Schengen Member State. 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. 90 days 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. 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. 90 days 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. 30 days up to 90 days e-Visa holders must arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. Gabon e-Visa90 daysElectronic 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. 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. Visa applications to be processed within 5 working days. Visa is not required up to 24 hours if traveling as a Cruise ship passenger. 90 days 90 days 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. 3 months 30 days 30 days Non-extendable. 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. 30 days May apply online Kurdistan region. May apply online through AVATS Online Application facility 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. Palestinians with a cruise reservation confirmation are visa exempted for a maximum stay of 72 hours. 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 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. 3 months Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA)
Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda. 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 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.