Key takeaways
Palestinian mobile networks in the West Bank, Jawwal and Ooredoo Palestine, have long been limited to 3G. A 4G upgrade was approved in January 2026 and is rolling out. Israeli networks also reach many parts of the West Bank. Roamix covers the Palestinian Territories with Roamix Omni, a pay as you go eSIM on Jawwal. Expect slower speeds than in Israel or Jordan, so keep usage to maps and messaging. Gaza remains off limits to travel. Budget 1 to 3 GB for a week.
- Roamix Omni connects to Jawwal, the largest Palestinian network, on a pay as you go balance.
- Palestinian networks are mainly 3G, with 4G approved in 2026 and rolling out, so speeds can be slow.
- Most visitors enter through Israel or from Jordan over the Allenby Bridge.
- Governments advise against all travel to Gaza. Check advice for the West Bank before you go.
- Download offline maps, since signal can drop at checkpoints and in rural areas.
Best way to get data in Palestinian Territories
Roamix Omni is the easiest way to stay connected on a trip that crosses Israel, the West Bank and Jordan, on one balance that never expires.
| Option | Best for | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Roamix Omni eSIMRecommended | Best for: Most travelers | Works across Israel, Jordan and the West Bank on one balance. |
| Local Jawwal SIM | Best for: Long stays | Needs a physical SIM slot and a shop visit. |
| Israeli SIM or eSIM | Best for: Areas near Israeli coverage | Coverage varies inside Palestinian towns. |
Most guesthouses, hotels and cafes have Wi-Fi, often faster than mobile data.
How much data you need
On 3G, light use goes a long way.
0.2 to 0.5 GB
Day trip from Jerusalem
Maps and messaging.
1 to 3 GB
One week in the West Bank
Keeping in touch and photos.
Data per hour, by activity
- WhatsApp messages for a day
- 10 to 30 MB
- Google Maps for an hour
- 5 to 10 MB
- Sending 10 photos
- 20 to 40 MB
Turn on Low Data Mode and avoid streaming video.
How to set up a Palestinian Territories eSIM
Install Roamix Omni over Wi-Fi before you leave home.
- 1
Load $10 or more on the Roamix Omni page. Your balance never expires.
- 2
Scan the QR code to install Omni over Wi-Fi before you fly.
- 3
Keep your home SIM for calls and texts, and turn off data roaming on it.
- 4
Set Omni as your mobile data line and turn on data roaming for Omni only.
- 5
Land in the West Bank and Omni connects to its partner network automatically.
Works on eSIM capable phones including iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models. The phone must be carrier unlocked.
Omni sets its APN automatically. If data does not start, toggle airplane mode on and off.
If data does not connect, check data roaming is on for Omni and select Jawwal manually. Your phone may hold on to an Israeli network near the boundary.
Visa and entry for Palestinian Territories
Israel controls entry to the West Bank. Visitors arrive through Israel, usually via Ben Gurion Airport, or from Jordan over the Allenby (King Hussein) Bridge.
- eVisa or ETA
- Visa exempt travelers to Israel need an ETA-IL before travel. Others need an Israeli visa.
- Passport validity
- Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- Onward ticket
- Proof of onward travel may be requested.
Keep your entry slip and bookings saved offline for checkpoints.
Access to the West Bank and Gaza depends on the security situation and can change quickly. Check your government's travel advice before booking.
When you land in Palestinian Territories
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How people message here
WhatsApp is used for nearly everything, from family chats to booking guesthouses.
Do you need a local number?
Not for most travelers. Omni is data only and WhatsApp covers calls.
Save your guesthouse or guide's WhatsApp before you cross a checkpoint.
Airports in Palestinian Territories
TLV
Ben Gurion Airport
Tel Aviv
Free Wi-Fi in the terminal.
Omni works across the region on one balance, at each network's own rate.
AMM
Queen Alia International Airport
Amman
Free Wi-Fi in the terminal.
Arriving via Jordan? Omni covers Jordan too, so you are online before the Allenby Bridge.
Apps and internet access in Palestinian Territories
Apps are not blocked on Palestinian networks. Slow speeds are the main limit.
No routine app blocking. Networks can be disrupted during security operations.
WhatsApp, works
The main way people communicate.
Google Maps, works
Useful, but download offline maps.
Instagram and Facebook, works
Work, though video loads slowly on 3G.
Getting around Palestinian Territories
Shared taxis (service taxis) connect most towns, and drivers know the checkpoints.
Shared service taxis
Signal comes and goes between towns.
Private taxis and guides
Arrange by WhatsApp.
Arab buses from East Jerusalem
Good coverage on the main routes.
Ask your driver about checkpoint times before setting off.
Money and payments in Palestinian Territories
The Israeli shekel (ILS) is used day to day, and Jordanian dinars and US dollars are also accepted in places.
- Cards and cash
- Carry cash. Cards work in bigger hotels and shops in Ramallah and Bethlehem.
- ATMs
- ATMs in city centers take foreign cards.
- Payment apps
- Card and mobile wallet acceptance is limited.
- Tipping
- Around 10% in restaurants is appreciated.
Daily budget
About 50 to 100 US dollars a day.
Local tips for Palestinian Territories
- Language
- Arabic is spoken everywhere, and English is common in tourism.
- Food
- Musakhan, maqluba, falafel, fresh bread and Nablus knafeh.
- Plugs
- 230V, Type C and H plugs
Apps worth having
WhatsApp
Messaging
How you'll reach guides and guesthouses.
Google Maps offline
Navigation
Works without signal.
Safety and health in Palestinian Territories
Governments advise against all travel to Gaza, and advice for the West Bank changes with the security situation. Check before you go and avoid demonstrations.
- Stay reachable
- Keep your phone charged and share your location with someone you trust.
- Health
- Good hospitals in Ramallah and Bethlehem. Travel insurance is essential.
- Tap water
- Drink bottled water.
Networks and coverage in Palestinian Territories
Two Palestinian operators serve the West Bank: Jawwal and Ooredoo Palestine. Both run 3G networks, and Israeli approval for a 4G upgrade came in January 2026. Roamix Omni connects to Jawwal. Speeds are fine for messaging and maps but slow for video.
Jawwal
The largest Palestinian network, covering West Bank cities and towns. Omni's network.
Ooredoo Palestine
The second operator, mainly in cities. Not used by Omni.
- Typical speeds
- Expect 2 to 15 Mbps on 3G in towns, slower at busy times.
- 5G
- 5G is not available on Palestinian networks.
4G is rolling out during 2026. Your phone will use it automatically wherever Jawwal switches it on.
Signal can be weak in rural areas, valleys and near the separation barrier. Gaza's networks have been badly damaged. Palestinian networks use standard 3G bands supported by all modern phones.
Where to go in Palestinian Territories
The West Bank is home to some of the most visited holy sites in the world, along with old markets, olive hills and a strong food culture.
Best time to visit
March to May and September to November, when it is warm but not hot.
Bethlehem
The Church of the Nativity, Manger Square and street art along the barrier.
- Church of the Nativity
- Manger Square
- Banksy's Walled Off Hotel
Good 3G in the center.
Ramallah
The administrative center, with cafes, galleries and a lively evening scene.
- Al-Manara Square
- Yasser Arafat Museum
- Mahmoud Darwish Museum
The best coverage in the West Bank.
Jericho
One of the oldest cities in the world, near the Dead Sea.
- Tell es-Sultan
- Hisham's Palace
- Mount of Temptation
3G in town, weaker in the desert.
Hebron and Nablus
Historic old cities, famous for glass, ceramics and knafeh.
- Ibrahimi Mosque
- Hebron Old City
- Nablus Old City
3G in the centers, patchy between towns.
Working remotely from Palestinian Territories
Limited. 3G speeds and disruptions make it hard to rely on mobile data.
- Connection
- Guesthouse and cafe Wi-Fi is usually the better option for calls.
Use Wi-Fi for calls and Omni for messages and maps.
