Archive · 26 Jul 2026
Israel Aims for Indian Tourist Recovery by 2027
Israel is hoping that the number of tourists from India will go back to the numbers before the war by 2027.
Before the war, about 69,100 Indian tourists visited Israel in 2019.
In 2023, before the war started, around 44,000 Indian tourists visited Israel.
The war slowed down the growth, but Israel thinks that with better marketing, easier travel options, and stronger ties with India, they can get back to those numbers by 2027.
They also think that more Indian tourists will come for different reasons like culture, food, and adventure, not just religious tourism.
Israel expects Indian tourist numbers to recover to pre-war levels by 2027.
Around 69,100 Indian tourists visited Israel in 2019.
In 2023, before the war, about 44,000 Indian tourists visited Israel.
Israel believes stronger marketing, better air connectivity, and streamlined visa processes will help recovery.
Indian tourists are interested in diverse experiences like culture, gastronomy, wellness, and adventure in Israel.
- Who
- Amruta Bangera, Director of Marketing, Israel Ministry of Tourism
- What
- Israel expects Indian tourist numbers to recover to pre-war levels by 2027
- When
- The recovery is expected by 2027
- Where
- Israel
- Why
- Due to stronger marketing, better air connectivity, streamlined visa process, and closer bilateral ties
Optimistic Recovery View
Cautious Recovery View
Recovery Timeline
Optimistic Recovery View
Israel expects to recover to pre-war tourist levels by 2027 due to strong marketing and improved connectivity.
Cautious Recovery View
Some may argue that the recovery timeline is optimistic given the ongoing conflict and its potential long-term impact.
- Indian Tourists in 2019
- 69,100
- Indian Tourists (Jan-Sep 2023)
- 44,000
- Indian Tourists in 2025
- 13,900
- Expected Indian Tourists Annually
- Over 100,000
- Expected Recovery Year
- 2027