Originally Posted by
mon82
First time to TLV. I heard and read that security is really tight there. I like to travel light (carry-on and laptop bag) especially when I'm gone for one week only. Should I just check in my bag (going to and coming back) if security is that intense and avoid the hassle? (I hate waiting for the bag at the carousel, but if I have no choice...oh well.) Thanks!!
Doesn't matter.
Originally Posted by
damaxer91
Just answer the security questions confidently and you will have no issues.
Originally Posted by
runfit
They will just ask questions about where you have been, what you were doing in the country, if you met anyone, etc. It can sometimes be unnerving, but like everyone else said, answer truthfully and you will be all set.
There are plenty of people every day who answer all the questions honestly and still have plenty of "issues" going through security at TLV.
Originally Posted by
FlyAO2
Actually carrying on your bag will be LESS of a hassle. You first have to go through the slight interview. Then, if you are checking bags you need to put them through the X-Ray machines. Only afterwards can you go to the counter to get your BP and check in your bags.
If you carry-on you can skip step 2.
Correct.
Originally Posted by
AAerSTL
If you don't have an Israeli passport you can request they don't stamp and they will politely comply. There are some reports that the agents can get cross if you ask they don't stamp, but they will accommodate your preference.
You will be interrogated as to your motives and it might not be a short discussion.