Military area

Gaza Strip — entry only with Israeli authorisation

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In short

For visitors: permit required.

Boundary area — 377 km²
Checked against the act on 21 October 2026
Local name: قطاع غزة / רצועת עזה

Who may enter, and with what

Rules by group of people, as the source states them, with dates. We give no assessments of our own.

Everyone — permit required. According to the UK FCDO, entry to the Gaza Strip is controlled by the Israeli authorities and requires their permission; there is no tourist entry. Civilian crossings are largely closed; Rafah (from Egypt) operates on a limited, intermittent basis.Issued by: Israeli authorities (per media — COGAT, Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories); via Rafah — coordination between Israel and Egypt, monitored by EUBAMExceptions: Rafah (Egypt): since 02.02.2026 — a limited number of passengers as agreed by Israel, Egypt and the PA (EUBAM); operations are often interrupted.; FCDO: foreign nationals currently have no independent way to leave Gaza («no exit routes available for foreign nationals to depart Gaza independently»).
Original wording
If immigration officials believe you plan to enter Gaza without permission, they may refuse you entry.
FCDO, Foreign travel advice: Palestine — Entry requirements (gov.uk) · as of 22 July 2026 · checked 21 October 2026

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Questions

Permits and restricted zones — FAQ

Do you need a permit: Gaza Strip — entry only with Israeli authorisation?

For visitors: permit required. According to the UK FCDO, entry to the Gaza Strip is controlled by the Israeli authorities and requires their permission; there is no tourist entry. Civilian crossings are largely closed; Rafah (from Egypt) operates on a limited, intermittent basis.

Where do I get the permit?

Issued by: Israeli authorities (per media — COGAT, Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories); via Rafah — coordination between Israel and Egypt, monitored by EUBAM. The link to the official application page is in the rule above.

Will the planner see this zone on my route?

Yes: the zone has a boundary, and the trip plan will show a line if the route or an overnight stop falls inside.

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