From the beginning of the Corona crisis in Israel, the quarantine period for those exposed to Corona patients, or passengers arriving from Red countries was 14 days. Recently, Health Minister Yuli … [Read more...] about Quarantine Can Now be as Short as 10 Days
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.
Chaim V’Chessed Featured on JM in the AM
Chaim V'Chessed was featured on the popular JM in the AM show, hosted by Nachum Segal. Segal interviewed Chaim V'Chessed CEO Paysach Freedman. The interview covered many aspects of Chaim V'Chessed's … [Read more...] about Chaim V’Chessed Featured on JM in the AM
Foreigners Now Banned till Year End
Yet again, Israel has , extended the ban prohibiting foreign citizens from entering the country. The ban on foreigners will now remain in place until at least January 1, 2021. Israeli passport … [Read more...] about Foreigners Now Banned till Year End
Quarantine Shortened to 12 Days – Sometimes
DEC 14 UPDATE: On December 15, the process for quarantine will be shortened to 10 days, see here. Since the beginning of the Corona crisis in Israel, the quarantine period for those exposed to … [Read more...] about Quarantine Shortened to 12 Days – Sometimes
Updated Process for Quarantine Exemptions
On October 12, the Health Ministry announced a process for obtaining quarantine exemptions based on serological (antibodies) tests. However, as of October 19, this process has been … [Read more...] about Updated Process for Quarantine Exemptions
Travel Advisory: Foreigners Leaving Israel
As Chaim V’Chessed has detailed extensively, entry to Israel for foreigners has been prohibited since the start of the Corona crisis. Numerous exceptions have been made to this rule, including entry … [Read more...] about Travel Advisory: Foreigners Leaving Israel
Canada To Turn Red
Passengers entering Israel from abroad are required to quarantine for 14 days, if they are coming from a Red country. Those arriving from Green countries are exempt from quarantine. For the past … [Read more...] about Canada To Turn Red
Foreign Driver’s License Conversion – Now Possible By Phone
UPDATE: Although the Ministry of Transportation had claimed that the foreign license conversion process can now be initiated by phone, this option is still in the working stages. At the moment, it is … [Read more...] about Foreign Driver’s License Conversion – Now Possible By Phone
Meuchedet Registration Now Possible via Email
Due to the Corona crisis, many services in Israel have become available online or via email. Until recently, however, foreigners arriving in Israel, were required to appear in person to register for … [Read more...] about Meuchedet Registration Now Possible via Email
Foreigners to be Banned Until at Least December 1
Foreign citizens have been banned from entering Israel since the beginning of the Corona crisis. Today, Ofer Lafler, spokesperson for the Israeli Aviation Authority notified Chaim V'Chessed CEO Rabbi … [Read more...] about Foreigners to be Banned Until at Least December 1
Antibodies Exemptions Suspended
Just recently, the Health Ministry announced a method for receiving exemptions from quarantine based on serological (antibodies) testing. This move was hailed as a significant benefit for many who had … [Read more...] about Antibodies Exemptions Suspended
Wide Ranging Podcast Interview with Chaim V’Chessed CEO
Jews You Should Know is a fascinating podcast program. The host, Rabbi Ari Koretzky, interviews interesting and inspiring Jewish men and women making a difference in our world. As Rabbi Koretsky says, … [Read more...] about Wide Ranging Podcast Interview with Chaim V’Chessed CEO