Updated July 12, 2021 10:57 PM IST Submission: Apply to the Misrad Hapnim (Interior Ministry) here. Apply to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (via Embassies and consulates) … [Read more...] about Updated Information – Permission for Students and Relatives to Enter Israel
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.
Apostille No Longer Required for Most Israel Entry Requests
Published April 22, 2021 9:31 AM IST As reported by Chaim V’Chessed, for the past several weeks, it has been possible for relatives of Israeli citizens to obtain permission to enter Israel. … [Read more...] about Apostille No Longer Required for Most Israel Entry Requests
Update for Students Traveling from Israel
Updated April 26, 2021 10:01 AM IST As reported by Chaim V’Chessed, on Thursday, April 15, authorities halted permission for students to enter Israel. This change has caused considerable difficulty … [Read more...] about Update for Students Traveling from Israel
Food Coupons: Discrimination Against Foreign Residents
Published April 20, 2021 6:24 PM IST Several months ago, Interior Minister Aryeh Deri established a generous program to help underprivileged families during the Corona pandemic. Under Deri's … [Read more...] about Food Coupons: Discrimination Against Foreign Residents
Student Entry Permits Ceased Immediately
Published April 15, 2021 11:57 PM IST Chaim V’Chessed has learned that, effective immediately, entry permits to Israel will no longer be issued to students. This sudden decision by the Israeli … [Read more...] about Student Entry Permits Ceased Immediately
Unemployment for Those Abroad During Corona
Published April 15, 2021 11:53 AM IST Countless Israelis lost their jobs or have been temporarily unemployed during the Corona pandemic. Fortunately, the government has provided generous … [Read more...] about Unemployment for Those Abroad During Corona
Israel Entry Issues
Updated April 13, 2021 10:12 PM IST Due to the relaxation of entry rules, thousands are now traveling to Israel. Additionally, students who have been issued entry permits are hastening to commence … [Read more...] about Israel Entry Issues
New: Online Registration for Bituach Leumi
Published April 8, 2021 7:02 AM IST Many foreigners residing in Israel are eligible to join Bituach Leumi, Israel׳s National Insurance. Many vital services are provided through Bituach Leumi, such … [Read more...] about New: Online Registration for Bituach Leumi
Permission to Enter Israel: Relatives of Israeli Residents, Simchas & More
Updated April 25, 2021 10:01 AM IST Foreigners continue to be largely banned from entering Israel. Still, as reported, on April 7, new rules went into effect, permitting more groups of foreign … [Read more...] about Permission to Enter Israel: Relatives of Israeli Residents, Simchas & More
Pesach Event Replay
After this year of Corona, light is appearing at the end of the tunnel. The pandemic is subsiding, thank G-d, and Pesach has arrived! Along with the general populace, English speakers in Israel have … [Read more...] about Pesach Event Replay
Clarification: Foreigner Ban Continues, Permits to be Granted for Special Circumstances
Updated April 7, 2021 11:21 PM IST As of this morning, entry restrictions to Israel have been somewhat relaxed. As opposed to numerous erroneous and or misleading reports, this does not mean that … [Read more...] about Clarification: Foreigner Ban Continues, Permits to be Granted for Special Circumstances
Current Requirements for Entering Israel
Updated April 26, 2021 13:04 AM IST Click here to learn about eligibility to enter Israel for foreigners As thousands of students and other travelers begin to return to Israel, there is much … [Read more...] about Current Requirements for Entering Israel