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Notice of change in gender

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.
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
Required presence at the Consulate
The applicant must come in person to the mission
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Who can apply
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Related documents
How to apply
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Fill out the form
Fill the forms
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appointment
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
  1. Confirmation of Change of Gender form, signed by the family physician
    Applicant's Affidavit
  2. Letter signed by the operating surgeon specifying the type of procedure performed
  3. 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.

TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest - Consular Services
Information

Our address is: 
24 E Greenway Plaza, Houston, Texas 77046
 

Security instructions for people who wish to obtain consular services:
1. Arrive on the 3rd floor where the lobby is situated and inform security personnel that you have an appointment.
2. You will undergo a security screening, please cooperate fully with security protocols, which include a thorough inspection of your person and belongings.
3. Show a Photo ID. 
4. Restricted Items such as bags, handbags, suitcases, food, beverage bottles, and containers are strictly prohibited inside the Consulate.
5. Mobile Phones are allowed inside but must be kept accessible for inspection during security screening.
 

*Unauthorized visits are not permitted.