On Wednesday, May 20, the Israeli government, once again, extended the ban on foreigners entering the country. The ban will stay in effect until at least June 15. Several airlines had previously … [Read more...] about Foreigner Ban Extended until June 15
Coronavirus
Chaim V'Chessed continues to be inundated by calls relating to the ongoing Coronavirus crisis. While the inquiries span the entire gamut of concerns, we have been particularly attentive to issues specific to English speakers. Towards that end, please see the updates below.
Delta Beginning Flights, El AL Postpones Again
On Wednesday, May 20, El Al announced that it was postponing its resumption of flights until at least June 20. The airline had previously pushed back its resumption date several times. The company … [Read more...] about Delta Beginning Flights, El AL Postpones Again
May 20 Update: Students Seeking to Enter Israel
Today's update on the process for foreign students wishing to enter Israel is ... that there is no update! As we reported previously, the process for foreign students seeking to Israel is … [Read more...] about May 20 Update: Students Seeking to Enter Israel
May 19 Update: Students Seeking to Enter Israel
As we reported yesterday, on May 15, the Foreign Ministry altered the process for foreign students wishing to enter Israel. Unfortunately, this change has effectively brought entry permit issuance to … [Read more...] about May 19 Update: Students Seeking to Enter Israel
May 18 Update: Students Seeking to Enter Israel
The Foreign Ministry has, once again, altered the process for foreign students wishing to enter Israel. As of Friday, May 15, students are not to reach out to Israeli consulates or embassies for … [Read more...] about May 18 Update: Students Seeking to Enter Israel
FOR WOMEN: Mrs. Chani Juravel- Webinar Replay
On Sunday, May 18, Chaim V’Chessed was pleased to serve the community by providing an enjoyable, live webinar, featuring Mrs. Chani Juravel, LCSW, a well known therapist and lecturer, and Rabbi … [Read more...] about FOR WOMEN: Mrs. Chani Juravel- Webinar Replay
IMPORTANT Quarantine Details
Important information for those arriving from abroad:Every passenger arriving in Israel from abroad must quarantine for two weeks. While previously, it was mandatory to quarantine in special … [Read more...] about IMPORTANT Quarantine Details
Latest Update – Students Seeking to Enter Israel
The Foreign Ministry has, once again, altered the process for foreign students wishing to enter Israel. As of Friday, May 15, students are not to reach out to Israeli consulates or embassies for … [Read more...] about Latest Update – Students Seeking to Enter Israel
Ban on Foreigners Extended
On Wednesday, May 13, the Israeli government notified airlines that the ban on non-Israelis entering Israel has been extended at least until May 30. Israeli citizens are permitted to enter Israel. … [Read more...] about Ban on Foreigners Extended
Exciting Webinar for Women!
Chaim V’Chessed is excited to further serve the community by offering a free, live webinar for women, featuring Mrs. Chani Juravel, LSCW, a popular lecturer and therapist in Rockland County, NY. and … [Read more...] about Exciting Webinar for Women!
UPDATED: Rules for Foreigners Seeking to Enter Israel
As of May 15, this process has changed- see here. Foreign citizens are currently barred from entering Israel. It is unknown when this ban will end. (If immediate family members are Israeli … [Read more...] about UPDATED: Rules for Foreigners Seeking to Enter Israel
Mandatory Hotel Quarantine Cancelled
All passengers entering Israel from any destination must quarantine for 14 days. Until recently, this had to be done in special government run quarantine hotels. On Sunday evening, May 10, the … [Read more...] about Mandatory Hotel Quarantine Cancelled