This visa is granted to those who want to study in Israel in elementary and high schools, academic institutions, yeshiva, and youth institutions of the Jewish Agency. The visa is valid for up to one year and for multiple entrances and exits. Recipients of this visa are not permitted to work in Israel.
Please be advised that a minor must be present at the Consulate with his/her parents and will not be given a visa without the written consent of both parents or his legal guardian. The Consul may request additional documents.
The service is available to university or yeshiva students who want to study at an institution of higher education or at a yeshiva in Israel.
The applicant must submit a visa application, completed and signed, with supporting documents attached.
The completed application and supporting documents should be sent by email to an Israeli mission in the country where the applicant lives.
Please note:
If the confirmation of acceptance states that the student will be accompanied by another person – the details of such person should be provided, including their passport number.
If the applicant is under age 18, both parents must sign before the consular representative.
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.
Payment must be made according to the Consular fee Chart.
A/2 Student visa requirements
This visa is granted to those who want to study in Israel in elementary and high schools, academic institutions, yeshiva, and youth institutions of the Jewish Agency. The visa is valid for up to one year and for multiple entrances and exits. Recipients of this visa are not permitted to work in Israel.
| 1. Application FormClick on the icon to download the application form. Fill it out completely and sign on it. | | |
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| 2. Passport Pictures Include 2 passport photos, size 2X2 inch, white background | | |
| 3. Passport Your actual passport or travel document that is valid for at least one year provided that his country has a diplomatic mission in the State of Israel. If there is no such mission in Israel, the passport must be valid for the entire period of studies and another six months beyond that time. | | |
4. Acceptance letter for studies List of recognized institutions of higher education in Israel (PDF-Hebrew)Higher education -Information from the Ministry of Aliyah ad Integration | ||
| 5. Financial Means Proof that the student has the financial means to pay for his studies and sustenance throughout his stay in Israel. (Bank account statements for the last three months) |
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| 6. Flight Tickets Flight reservation / flight details | | |
| 7. A valid re-entry to the US For none US citizens, COPY ONLY of a valid re-entry visa to the United States (excluding a tourist visa) or a copy of permanent residency (US passport / Green card). If you are currently residing illegally in the United States, you will not be able to receive a visa. | | |
8. Birth Certificate A COPY of the applicant's birth certificate. A student who is a child of an Israeli parent is not eligible for a student visa. The student must be registered (in most cases) as a citizen of the state of Israel by his Israeli parent. | | |
| 9. Payment of Fee Click on the icon to download a credit card payment form Payment by bank draft, Credit, or Debit card is acceptable. NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS! For information regarding payment and fees, please visit the Fee and Mail page | | |
10. A Prepaid envelope A prepaid envelope or a label with your address and a tracking number (please keep a record of that tracking number) |
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A minor must be present at the Consulate with his parents and will not be given a visa without the written consent of both parents or his legal guardian. The Consul may request additional documents.
Visa applications for adults only should be mailed to the Consulate. (For minors, only in person)
Process time for all visas: 2-3 weeks.
please use Fedex/UPS/USPS with a tracking number.
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