Zabdah / Barta’ah / Rihan

A crossing point in the Separation Barrier which surrounds the Barta'ah enclave. Staffed by the military and private security companies from 5:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. Closed to Palestinians, except for East Jerusalem residents and residents of the villages of Barta’ah, Um a-Rihan, and Dhaher al-Malih, which are west of the Separation Barrier. Checkpoint closed even to Palestinians with entry permits to Israel. Passage of goods at the checkpoint requires advance coordination, and restrictions are imposed on the number of vehicles transporting goods, the quantity of goods and their packaging (which must enable electronic inspection). As of 29 May 2024: Since October 7, only residents of Barta'a, Um a-Rihan and Dhaher al-Malih are permitted to pass between their villages and the West Bank.