On arrival, if you are questioned by passport control personnel about the nature of your stay in the country, it is a good idea to have your letter of admission handy to prove your student status. Full-year students to Israel must have a visa. If you have any question about your visa status, consult the Israeli Consulate in Atlanta. You must have a valid passport for the duration of your stay abroad. Public Transportation Local Transportation.
Buses are a very common form of local transportation.
Taxis are also available in most Israeli cities. Travel within Israel. For travel outside your city, buses are a good option. Trains are also available between the major cities. The lingua franca of the country is Hebrew and this is also the language of instruction at all Israeli Universities.