If the signatory is below age 18, he must come to the mission in the company of his parents or guardian. It is advisable to clarify whether the signatory needs to be accompanied by his parents before coming to the mission.
If the documents are in another language, follow the instructions below.
The application may be submitted by Israeli or foreign citizens wishing to sign a document for presentation in Israel, as well as on behalf of corporations or companies incorporated in Israel or abroad.
You must present yourself at an Israeli mission in the country where you are staying, together with the original documents that need to be verified, as well as a passport or ID card or driver's license.
In a real estate transaction – the identification will be made solely by means of a valid passport or ID card.
Documents that are in a language not known to the representative or to the signatory:
If the language of the document is not known to the representative or to the signatory, a translation in a language that is understood by the signatory or by the representative must be attached together with a certified affidavit of the translator.
The translator's affidavit must state that the translator is proficient in both languages and that the translation is true to the original.
A translator's affidavit can be certified in one of the following ways:
- By the authorized diplomatic representative, as a separate notarial act
- By a local notary. The affidavit must be duly certified (apostille or authentication by the local foreign ministry).
- By an Israeli lawyer or notary.
Verification of signature on behalf of a corporation or company incorporated in Israel – the following documents should be attached:
- Certificate of incorporation or certificate of registration of the company, duly certified (apostille or authentication by the local foreign ministry).
- An up-to-date written confirmation by the company's lawyer or accountant that the signatory is authorized to bind the company and to sign on its behalf.
Verification of signature on behalf of a company incorporated abroad
the following documents should be attached: - Certificate of incorporation or certificate of registration of the company, duly certified (apostille or authentication by the local foreign ministry).
- An up-to-date written confirmation by the company's lawyer or accountant that the signatory is authorized to bind the company and to sign on its behalf.
If the person signing before the consul is a minor, he must present a guardian's approval or a court's approval prior to signing.
- The original document that is to be signed
- A translation, if necessary
- The translator's affidavit, if the document has been translated
- A guardian's approval or a court's approval, if the applicant is below age 18
Before coming to the mission, an appointment should be scheduled through the online appointment scheduler.
Appointment scheduling software will allow you to determine in advance the time of arrival at the embassy and the type of service requested. This will allow the embassy staff to prepare in advance and ensure courteous, efficient and quick treatment.
Please note that:
1. An appointment must be made for each person who arrives (in the case of families - for each member of the family).
2. The visitor's name must be written in foreign letters only (as written in the passport).
You can contact us via email:
consular@berlin.mfa.gov.il
or by answering the phone Monday-Thursday between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m
In every application, an ID number must be stated.
Security instructions for those arriving at the embassy:
Must arrive after scheduling an appointment in advance only.
You must arrive equipped with an ID card (for Israelis) or a passport, the required documents and means of payment.
It should be taken into account that all visitors will be asked to go through a security check along with their belongings.
For security reasons, it will not be possible to bring personal items into the embassy, including handbags, and electronic devices.
Do not come to the embassy with large handbags and/or luggage.
Do not come to the embassy with food and/or bottles or drinking vessels (There is a water in the consular waiting room).
The embassy's security guidelines will apply to those staying in the consular waiting room.
The instructions of the embassy's security team must be obeyed at all times.