Category Israeli Bureaucracy
Affidavits in Israel
What is an affidavit? An affidavit is a written statement made voluntarily by a person (the affiant), who swears or affirms that the information is true, in front of someone legally authorized to confirm the declaration (such as a lawyer…
Why Am I Paying National Insurance on a B1 visa?
Have you seen an amount deducted every month from your pay slip for something called “Bituach Leumi” (ביטוח לאומי) and you didn’t understand what it was? Or maybe you just don’t understand why you’re paying for the Israeli National Insurance…
Conversion of Foreign Driver’s License to Israeli Driver’s License
Update February 12th 2024: The new 2024 requirement to authenticate a foreign driver’s license with apostille – has been cancelled! AIC participated in the relevant parliament discussions on this topic to ensure rights of international couples who are applying for…
Certification for Philippine Nationals Returning to Israel
What Is an OEC and Who Needs It? When leaving the Philippines, Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) are generally required to present an OEC (Overseas Employment Certificate). However, according to Advisory No. 155 issued by the Philippine Overseas Labor Office (POLO)…
Apply and Issue an Israeli Registry Extract / “Tamtzit Rishum”
An Israeli Registry Extract (“תמצית רישום“) is a document, issued by the Population and Immigration Authority, in which they state all of the registered data about Israeli citizens or residents. The Tamtzit Rishum is frequently used to prove a person’s…
Countries Exempt From Visa to Israel
There are currently quite a few countries and territories who enjoy “free” entry to Israel for their citizens for touristic purposes. Meaning, people who hold a passport of the following countries, don’t have to apply for a tourist B2 visa…
Entry to Israel of a Foreign Partner of an Israeli
This article includes information about touristic entry of partners of Israelis into Israel. It gives a general outlook on the entry policy to Israel. Please make sure you make adequate research and consult governmental officials to get the most updated…
Driving In Israel With a Foreign Driver’s License
Driving in Israel with a foreign driver’s license – under what conditions is it allowed? This is a question that concerns many people visiting Israel and those who have just moved their center of life to Israel. The following article…