This service enables Israeli citizens and residents who live abroad to give notice in an Israeli mission of a change in gender following a procedure they underwent outside Israel.
Last updated on: 04/09/2024
Required Documents To Apply
Copy of identifying document
Copy of Israeli passport
Copy of foreign passport (if any)
Confirmation of Change of Gender form, signed by the family physician
Letter signed by the operating surgeon, including the type of operation performed
Declaration signed by the applicant in the presence of the consul, on the Applicant's Affidavit form
Tip
You may bring a smart phone and/or watch to the consulate - other electronics such as laptop and or tablet are not allowed. You cannot bring a bag, but a small purse is allowed.
Required presence at the Consulate
The applicant must come in person to the mission
Please note
Gender and name change are 2 separate actions that can be submitted at the same appointment.
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Who can apply
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How to apply
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Fill the forms
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Schedule an appointment
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Who can apply
The service is provided to people who have undergone the procedure at a place not approved in advance by the Public Committee of the Ministry of Health.
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How to apply
The Confirmation of Change of Gender form must be printed out and completed by the applicant and signed by the family physician.
In addition, the Applicant's Affidavit must be printed out, completed and signed at an Israeli mission in the presence of the consul.
Please note:
The request will be submitted for approval by the Ministry of Health and the Population and Immigration Authority.
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Fill the forms
- Confirmation of Change of Gender form, signed by the family physician
Applicant's Affidavit - Letter signed by the operating surgeon specifying the type of procedure performed
- A statement for the purpose of submitting an application for the approval of the gender reassignment committee
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Schedule an appointemet
Any visit to a mission must be arranged in advance through the online appointment scheduler.
The affidavit that is to be signed must be prepared in advance.
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Consular fee
The service is provided free of charge.
Schedule an appointment
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