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: 10/04/2025
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
WHAT TO SEND
Passports cannot be extended over five years from the date of issuance of the passport.
A passport issued abroad will only be used for five years! After five years, a new passport must be applied for!
1. The travel documents issued by the State of Israel to its citizens (passports and laissez-passer) are the property of the State and should be carefully safeguarded.
2. Note that Israeli citizens are required by law always to enter and exit Israel with an Israeli travel document.
3. An Israeli passport issued to an adult or a minor is valid for five years. If five years have passed since the passport was issued, please see below what is required to apply for a NEW passport.
4. If less than five years have elapsed since the passport was issued, it can be extended up to the full five years. for example: If the passport was issued in 2021 until 2022, it can be extended until 2026 (A total of 5 years). An extension is free of charge and no need for new photos.
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 (Israeli citizen only), your passport wasn't issued when you were a minor).
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 / phone.
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 Switzerland on the form (not in Israel)
WHAT TO SEND
1. Application form
2. Copy of the Payment confirmation (74 CHF)
3. Two current and identical passport photos 5 x 5 cm, on a white background
4. The passport you have in your possession
5. Prepaid envelope with your address 6.8 CHF (out of Switzerland 13 CHF)
Passports for adults / minors issuing abroad will be valid for a maximum of 5 years. After 5 years application for a NEW passport is needed.
WHERE TO SEND
Botschaft des Staates Israel
Konsularabteilung
Alpenstrasse 32, 3006 Bern
Bank details of the Consulate:
Bank: UBS AG
Account holder: Ambassade d'Israel, Consular Services
IBAN: CH44 0023 5235 3113 6101 Q
Purpose of payment: Your name
Please do not send cash by post.
The payment of the fees for consular services must be made in advance by bank transfer or in cash at the consulate.
Transfers and payments are accepted in Swiss Francs only.
Passports cannot be extended over five years from the date of issuance of the passport.
A passport issued abroad will only be used for five years! After five years, a new passport must be applied for!
1. The travel documents issued by the State of Israel to its citizens (passports and laissez-passer) are the property of the State and should be carefully safeguarded.
2. Note that Israeli citizens are required by law always to enter and exit Israel with an Israeli travel document.
3. An Israeli passport issued to an adult or a minor is valid for five years. If five years have passed since the passport was issued, please see below what is required to apply for a NEW passport.
4. If less than five years have elapsed since the passport was issued, it can be extended up to the full five years. for example: If the passport was issued in 2021 until 2022, it can be extended until 2026 (A total of 5 years). An extension is free of charge and no need for new photos.
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 (Israeli citizen only), your passport wasn't issued when you were a minor).
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 / phone.
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 Switzerland on the form (not in Israel)
WHAT TO SEND
1. Application form
2. Copy of the Payment confirmation (74 CHF)
3. Two current and identical passport photos 5 x 5 cm, on a white background
4. The passport you have in your possession
5. Prepaid envelope with your address 6.8 CHF (out of Switzerland 13 CHF)
Passports for adults / minors issuing abroad will be valid for a maximum of 5 years. After 5 years application for a NEW passport is needed.
WHERE TO SEND
Botschaft des Staates Israel
Konsularabteilung
Alpenstrasse 32, 3006 Bern
Bank details of the Consulate:
Bank: UBS AG
Account holder: Ambassade d'Israel, Consular Services
IBAN: CH44 0023 5235 3113 6101 Q
Purpose of payment: Your name
Please do not send cash by post.
The payment of the fees for consular services must be made in advance by bank transfer or in cash at the consulate.
Transfers and payments are accepted in Swiss Francs only.
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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 must arrive with all the documents to the Israeli mission in the country of residence..
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.
To visit the mission, it is necessary to schedule an appointment in advance.
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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.