Archive · 19 Jun 2025
India Urges Citizens to Voluntarily Leave Israel Amid Rising Tensions
India is telling its citizens in Israel that they should think about leaving the country if they feel unsafe.
This is because things might get tense between Israel and other countries.
The Indian government isn't making people leave, but they are helping those who want to.
About 40,000 Indians live in Israel.
People can leave by going to Jordan or Egypt.
They will need to get permission slips (eVisas) to do this.
The embassy is giving updates and has emergency numbers if people need help.
India is advising its citizens in Israel to consider leaving.
The advisory follows a similar warning from the United States.
Approximately 40,000 Indians reside in Israel.
The Indian embassy is assisting with voluntary departures.
Citizens can exit via Jordan or Egypt, requiring eVisas.
- Who
- Indian citizens in Israel and the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv.
- What
- India is advising its citizens in Israel to consider leaving the country.
- When
- As of June 19, 2025.
- Where
- In Israel, with potential exit routes through Jordan and Egypt.
- Why
- Due to growing fears of potential military escalation and to ensure the safety of Indian citizens.
- Advisory Issued By
- Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv
- Citizens Affected
- Indian Nationals
- Number of Indians in Israel
- Approximately 40,000
- Exit Routes
- Jordan (Allenby/King Hussein Bridge) or Egypt (Eilat-Taba)
- Requirements for Exit
- eVisas for Jordan and Egypt
- Emergency Helpline
- +972-3-5226748 (emergency)
