Israeli citizens are generally required to enter and exit Israel with an Israeli passport, even if they hold a passport from another country.

Currently, dual citizens  are allowed to enter and exit Israel using their foreign passports. See here for more information. 

First-time passports and passport renewals are issued by advance appointment only. To schedule an appointment, visit www.govisit.gov.il and choose to make an appointment at רשות האוכלוסין וההגירה for דרכון ביומטרי.

Passport for a Minor (Under Age 18)

One parent and the child must be present at Misrad Hapnim to obtain a minor’s passport. If only one parent holds Israeli citizenship, that parent must be present.

If parents are not married, each must affirm and sign his/her consent at a branch of Misrad Hapnim or at an Israeli embassy/consulate abroad before the child can receive a passport.

To obtain a minor’s passport, one will need:

1. Teudat zehut of parent(s) with the child listed
2. Payment submitted online or in person (Israeli credit cards only)
   • For first-time passport or renewal
     • Payment in person: 165 NIS
     • Advance payment online
       • November – February: 110 NIS 
       • March – October: 145 NIS

• For lost, stolen or ruined passport replacement
  • Payment in person: 330 NIS
  • Advance payment online
    • November – February: 275 NIS
    • March – October: 310 NIS

Passports are sent via HFD delivery service, usually within 4-6 weeks. The applicant should receive an SMS with tracking information.The passport will be available for pick up either at a distribution center or locker near the applicant. 

Adult Passport 

To obtain an adult passport, the applicant must appear in person at Misrad Hapnim along with:

1. Teudat zehut
2. Previous passport, if applicable
3. Payment submitted online or in person (Israeli credit cards only)

• For first-time passport or renewal
  • Payment in person: 315 NIS
  • Advance payment online
    • November – February: 185 NIS
    • March – October: 290 NIS

• For lost, stolen or ruined passport replacement
  • Payment in person: 645 NIS
  • Advance payment online
    • November – February: 515 NIS
    • March – October: 620 NIS  

For further details on fees, visit  www.gov.il.

Passports are sent via HFD delivery service, usually within 4-6 weeks. The applicant should receive an SMS with tracking information.The passport will be available for pick up either at a distribution center or locker near the applicant. 

Emergency Travel

Temporary Passport Issued at Misrad Hapnim

Someone who needs a passport urgently for travel and does not want to apply for an emergency passport in the airport (see here) can apply for an emergency passport within 2 weeks of their flight (up to 48 hours before) in one of 17 branches of Misrad Hapnim around the country, see here for a list.

An appointment is needed, made on govisit.gov.il.  Payment must be made online in advance on go.gov.il/passpay.   

Bring the following:

• Teudat zehut (or parent’s teudat zehut)
• Expired passport (if relevant)
• Two recent Israeli passport-size photos
• Flight ticket
• Receipt of online payment.  

Applicants will also be asked to apply for a regular biometric passport.  

The temporary passport is generally ready within 3 days. 

It is valid for one year, and may only be issued once. A second issuance requires special permission.

Temporary Passport Fees in Misrad Hapnim

All fees are for advance online payment only.

Adult applicant (age 18+) 

For first-time passport or renewal

• Advance payment online
  • November – February: 350 NIS
  • March – October: 455 NIS

• For lost, stolen or ruined passport replacement
  • Advance payment online
    • November – February: 680 NIS
    • March – October: 785 NIS

Child applicant (under 18)

For first-time passport or renewal

• Advance payment online
  • November – February: 195 NIS 
  • March – October: 230 NIS

• For lost, stolen or ruined passport replacement
  • Advance payment online
    • November – February: 360 NIS
    • March – October: 395 NIS

Temporary/Emergency Passports at Ben Gurion Airport 

There is a branch of Misrad Hapnim located in Terminal 3 on the 2nd floor, which can issue a temporary, non-biometric passport on the spot if the flight is within 48 hours. This is only available under specific conditions, as listed on www.gov.il.

One will need :

• Teudat zehut (or parent’s teudat zehut)
• Old passport (if applicable) 
• Two passport photos
• Flight ticket
• Israeli credit card for payment 

For minors, the same rules for parental consent apply, see above.

The passport is valid for one year. 

Misrad Hapnim Hours in Ben Gurion

Sunday – Thursday: 24 hours

Friday and Erev Yom Tov: until 2:00 pm

Motzei Shabbos: from 9:00 pm

Temporary Passport Fees in the Airport (note: these do not include exchange fees)

Adult (18+):

• first time or renewal: 970 NIS
• lost, stolen, or ruined: 1,300 NIS

Child (under 18):

• first time or renewal: 500 NIS
• lost, stolen or ruined: 665 NIS

Online Applications 

Some citizens may apply online for a biometric teudat zehut or passport without visiting The Population Authority (Misrad Hapnim).

Who can apply?

One must fulfill ALL of the following criteria in order to be able to apply online for biometric ID (teudat zehut with or without a passport):

• Israeli citizen
• At least 18 years old 
• Currently in Israel
• Fingerprints on file with Misrad Hapnim
• No changes needed to personal information

Additional requirements when applying for a passport only:

• Must have previously applied for a biometric teudat zehut or passport, and is now between the ages of 21-60
• Previous passport expired within the last six months or due to expire within a year. 

Teudot zehut and passports applied for online are valid for only five years.

Application process

When filling out the online application, one will be required to upload:

• A recent headshot of the applicant 

Eyeglasses may not be worn.  

This photo will not be used for the ID card, but is necessary for comparison with the photograph stored in the Ministry’s system.

• In cases where payment is required – the receipt number will be requested.

Applications are made on the government portal, my.gov.il.

Processing and Delivery

Processing time: 6-8 weeks.

Teudat zehut: Delivered via registered mail with Israel Post, either to your door or a local post office.  

The four digit code must presented upon receiving the package in order to activate the card.

It is also possible to activate the card by calling *3450, on the Government Portal or in person at any Misrad Hapnim (no appointment required).

Passports: Delivered via HFD Delivery Service.  The applicant should receive an SMS with tracking information.The passport will be available for pick up either at a distribution center or locker near the applicant. 

HFD Delivery

Telephone: 03-679-9955 extension 1 (or 3 from a kosher cell phone)

Whatsapp: 054-939-7673

Email: H.STATUS@HFD.CO.IL

For Dual Citizens

Israeli citizens are generally required to enter and exit Israel with an Israeli passport. However, a dual citizen whose Israeli passport expired and travel within two weeks may apply for a new passport and simultaneously request a one-time ishur, free of charge, which permits them to exit with a foreign passport. For details email: support@chaimvchessed.com.

Currently, dual citizens are allowed to enter and exit Israel using their foreign passports alone. See here for more information.