Published May 26, 2021 12:59 PM IST Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Chaim V’Chessed has worked hand in hand with Amudim, headed by the unparalleled Rabbi Zvi Gluck. Rabbi Gluck is a … [Read more...] about US Passport Updates
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.
Relief for American Citizens with Expired Passports
Updated May 26, 2021 11:39 AM IST Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Chaim V’Chessed has dealt extensively with the difficulties involved in obtaining US passports. In fact, this is a worldwide … [Read more...] about Relief for American Citizens with Expired Passports
Many Corona Restrictions to End, Travel Ban Remains
Published May 24, 2021 12:01 PM IST On Sunday, May 23, Health Minister Yuli Edelstein announced that nearly all remaining coronavirus restrictions will be lifted on Tuesday, June 1. It should be … [Read more...] about Many Corona Restrictions to End, Travel Ban Remains
Most Student Visa Holders Now Allowed to Enter Israel Without Permits
Published May 18, 2021 12:12 PM IST Last week, Chaim V’Chessed reported that student visa holders traveling from the United States are no longer required to obtain entry permits for travel to … [Read more...] about Most Student Visa Holders Now Allowed to Enter Israel Without Permits
Online Application for Israeli Relative Permits
Published May 13, 2021 12:55 PM IST As Chaim V’Chessed has detailed extensively, relatives of Israeli citizens may now obtain permission to enter Israel. However, until now, this has involved an … [Read more...] about Online Application for Israeli Relative Permits
Students Granted Entry from London
Published May 10, 2021 2:40 PM IST Yesterday, Chaim V'Chessed reported the new arrangement allowing student visa holders to enter Israel freely, when travelling from the United States. Chaim … [Read more...] about Students Granted Entry from London
Student Visa Holders from US to be Granted Entry Without Permits
Updated May 18, 2021 12:40 PM IST Click to see updated information about an expansion of this policy. Chaim V’Chessed has chronicled the saga of entry to Israel for student visa holders for well … [Read more...] about Student Visa Holders from US to be Granted Entry Without Permits
Preposterous, Sudden Change in Travel Rules
Published May 6, 2021 6:09 PM IST Throughout the Corona pandemic, entry rules to Israel have been unclear, confusing and convoluted. Over the past 15 months, Chaim V’Chessed has documented dozens … [Read more...] about Preposterous, Sudden Change in Travel Rules
Online Permit Application to Return to Israel, Visa Holders
Updated May 3, 2021 10:26 PM IST SEE UPDATED INFORMATION ON STUDENT VISA ENTRY HERE As documented extensively by Chaim V’Chessed, student visa holders currently in Israel who wish to travel, and … [Read more...] about Online Permit Application to Return to Israel, Visa Holders
Quarantine for all Travelers from Seven Countries
Published April 30, 2021 10:33 AM IST Beginning May 3, Israel will require all travelers from seven counties with high Covid infection rates to quarantine upon arrival in Israel. This will include … [Read more...] about Quarantine for all Travelers from Seven Countries
Permits for Students to Re-enter Israel
Updated May 6, 2021 6:46 PM IST See updated information here. As reported previously, there continue to be difficulties for students seeking to enter Israel. Student visa holders currently in … [Read more...] about Permits for Students to Re-enter Israel
Fraudulent Permit Holders Deported; Banned from Israel for Five Years
Published April 26, 2021 5:16 PM IST Chaim V’Chessed continues to monitor and advise community members regarding the issuance of entry permits to Israel. A troubling phenomena in recent days is an … [Read more...] about Fraudulent Permit Holders Deported; Banned from Israel for Five Years