Import regulations by Israel customs

Imports:

Tobacco:250 cigarettes or 250 grammes of other tobacco products
Alcohol:2 litres of wine, 1 litre of spirits
Perfume: 250ml
Gifts:valued USD 125

Export regulations by Israel customs

Exports:
Prohibited:

sporting guns, different kinds of weapon
pharmaceuticals
food
vaccines,radionuclide
toxic waste
dairy products

Note
Provided for personal use and re-exported, one video camera, one photographic camera, one movie camera, one tape recorder and up to a value of US$250 in film and video cassettes may be imported; subject to high deposits paid in cash or VISA credit card only. For flowers, plants and seeds, a health certificate is required.

Prohibited
Fresh meat, bananas and pineapples; fruit and vegetables from the African continent, especially South Africa; and dogs and cats aged under three months.

Other Israel customs information

Immunisation against typhoid and poliomyelitis is sometimes recommended.

Food drink: Mains water is normally chlorinated, and whilst relatively safe, may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay. Drinking water outside main cities and towns may be contaminated and sterilization is advisable. Milk is pasteurized and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.

Other risks: Hepatitis A and B occur. Tick-borne relapsing fever may occur.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Health care: Israel has excellent medical facilities and tourists may go to all emergency departments and first-aid centers. However, any medical form of treatment can be expensive. Health centers are marked by the red Star of David on a white background. Medical insurance is recommended.

http://www.mfa.gov.il/mfa