This service enables Israeli citizens and residents who are abroad to submit an application for a non-biometric Israeli travel document (passport)
Last updated on: 19/07/2024
Required Documents To Apply
Two recent photos (against a white background, with full front view of face, measuring 5x5 cm).
The travel document that is to be renewed.
A document proving Israeli citizenship – in case of an application for a first Israeli travel document.
Required presence at the Consulate
If the application is for a first travel document, the applicant must appear in person at the mission.
If the application is for the renewal of an expired document, the application together with the required documents can be sent by mail to the mission in the country where the applicant is staying.
If the application is for the renewal of an expired document, the application together with the required documents can be sent by mail to the mission in the country where the applicant is staying.
Please note
WHO CAN RENEW A PASSPORT BY MAILING IT
If you answer 'Yes' to ALL questions below you can apply for a new passport by mail:
1. You are 18 y/o or older. (For minors, in person only, with a parent).
2. You have established your military status. (Relevant mostly to 17-25 y/o).
3. You have your passport in your Possession to submit with your application. (Not first passport, not stolen or lost).
4. The passport is undamaged other than normal wear and tear.
5. You traveled to Israel at least once in the last 10 years.
In all other cases that do not meet the conditions written above, applications for travel documents or passports can be done only in person at the consulate. You must make an appointment in advance through the website.
Each application will be reviewed to check the citizen's eligibility for a travel document, the type of document, and its validity.
Please provide your current address in the United States on the form (not in Israel)
Despite what is stated in this section, the consulate in Los Angeles reserves the right to require an individual to personally appear at the consulate if the identification is insufficient or for any other reason that may arise after reviewing the application (for example, if the previous passport was issued many years ago, or if the person applying for the passport was a minor when their current passport was issued).
Disclaimer: The Consulate General of Israel accepts documents and passports submitted by mail as a convenience for applicants. While we make every effort to process these submissions with care and efficiency, please note that we are not responsible for the safe delivery, loss, or damage of documents or passports sent by mail
If you answer 'Yes' to ALL questions below you can apply for a new passport by mail:
1. You are 18 y/o or older. (For minors, in person only, with a parent).
2. You have established your military status. (Relevant mostly to 17-25 y/o).
3. You have your passport in your Possession to submit with your application. (Not first passport, not stolen or lost).
4. The passport is undamaged other than normal wear and tear.
5. You traveled to Israel at least once in the last 10 years.
In all other cases that do not meet the conditions written above, applications for travel documents or passports can be done only in person at the consulate. You must make an appointment in advance through the website.
Each application will be reviewed to check the citizen's eligibility for a travel document, the type of document, and its validity.
Please provide your current address in the United States on the form (not in Israel)
Despite what is stated in this section, the consulate in Los Angeles reserves the right to require an individual to personally appear at the consulate if the identification is insufficient or for any other reason that may arise after reviewing the application (for example, if the previous passport was issued many years ago, or if the person applying for the passport was a minor when their current passport was issued).
Disclaimer: The Consulate General of Israel accepts documents and passports submitted by mail as a convenience for applicants. While we make every effort to process these submissions with care and efficiency, please note that we are not responsible for the safe delivery, loss, or damage of documents or passports sent by mail
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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 available to Israeli citizens or residents living abroad.
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How to apply
The applicant can schedule an appointment through the online appointment scheduler, at an Israeli mission in the country where he/she is staying, and bring all the documents in person to the mission.
The application with all the accompanying documents can be sent by mail, according to the instructions on the website of the mission.
Please note: When sending by mail, you must send the original documents and keep photocopies.
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Fill the forms
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Schedule an appointment
To visit the mission, it is necessary to schedule an appointment in advance.
Before coming to the mission, make sure you have with you all the required documents and completed forms.
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Consular fee
Payment must be made according to the Consular fee Chart.
Schedule an Appointment
Schedule an Appointment for Applying to Renewing or Issuing a Passport