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Request for completions and corrections in the Population Registry and in the Register of Births

This service enables Israeli citizens and residents to submit a request to correct an entry in the Population Registry about themselves and about their minor children below age 18.
Important Update
Please note:
Attention !
A request to correct a minor's first name requires the consent of both parents.
In a request to correct a date of birth (day and month), if the applicant does not have the original birth certificate, a declaration regarding the date of birth may be made before the consul.


Required Documents To Apply
Request for completions and corrections in the Population Registry or in the Register of Births, in two copies Identifying document Correction of name based on birth certificate
Identifying document
Foreign passport with which aliyah was made
Correction of name based on birth certificate (Birth certificate)
Correction of place or date of birth: Original birth certificate, authenticated and translated
Correction of year of birth: Original birth certificate, authenticated and translated
Correction of religion or nationality: Baptism certificate
Correction of date of aliyah: Foreign passport with which aliyah was made
Correction of marital status: Marriage, divorce or death certificate
Tip

- Due to the limited size of the waiting room and the volume of visitors, a person who does not have an appointment or does not require consular services will not be permitted to enter the Consulate. This includes spouses and family members. Seniors, disabled individuals and minors requiring consular services may be escorted by one (1) other person.

- Every visitor is required to undergo a thorough security check before entering the waiting room. Security directives apply to all those who visit the Consulate. The instructions of the security staff must be obeyed at all times, throughout your visit to the Consulate.

- Do not bring any large bags with you to your appointment including large backpacks, suitcases or duffle bags. Personal purses or bags are allowed.

- Any electronic items (cellphones, headphones, electronic cigarettes, etc.) must be deposited in a safety deposit box (not affiliated with the Consulate) for a fee of $5.00 CAD. You will have access to your devices after your appointment.

- Any food, beverages and containers containing liquids are prohibited from entering the Consulate.

- Please come ready to administer your payment. Cash payments are not accepted - only debit/credit cards (excluding American Express).
Required presence at the Consulate
The applicant is obligated to appear in person at the mission.
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Who can apply?

The service enables Israeli citizens and residents to submit a request to correct the following details in the Population Registry:
Request to correct a name

  •  The name is misspelled or there is an inconsistency between the Hebrew and Latin spelling of the first or last name.
  •  The applicant's first or last name in the birth certificate does not match the record in the Population Registry.


Request to correct the place or date of birth (date and month)
Request to correct the year of birth 
Request to correct the religion or nationality 
Request to correct the date of aliyah 
Request to correct the marital status 

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How to apply?

A request for completions and corrections in the Population Registry or in the Register of Births should be completed in two copies and brought, together with the required documents, for submission in person at an Israeli mission in the country where the applicant lives.

In a request to correct a minor's first name – both parents' consent is required

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Fill the forms

Request for completions and corrections in the Population Registry or in the Register of Births

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Make an appointment

Before coming to the mission, make sure you have with you all the required documents and completed forms.

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Consular Fee

This service is free of charge

schedule an appointment at the Consulate
Click the button below to schedule an appointment at the Consulate for the consular services you require. Please ensure steps 1-5 above are complete and all forms are filled out accurately.
Information

The Israeli diplomatic and consular missions abroad have the responsibility to advise, guide and help the consular service recipient to handle matters abroad. The Consulate of Israel in Toronto provides consular services to residents of Ontario and Western Canada, including the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, the Northwest Territories, the Yukon, and Nunavut.

Consular services are provided to those who attend their appointment in person, as well as those who mail in their documents. Some services (as described below) cannot be completed without attending the Consulate location in person.

Please note: appointments will not be scheduled by phone.​

For the following services, you must attend the Consulate in person:

  • Notification of an Israeli born abroad
  • First-time applicants for any Israeli passport or travel documents, irrespective of age
  • Renewal or extension of a passport of a minor (the minor is required to attend the Consulate in person as well)
  • Changing of personal status i.e. marriage, divorce.
  • Notarization of legal documents in front of the Consul
  • Reporting and renewal of a lost or damaged Israeli passport or travel document
  • Request to renounce Israeli citizenship
  • Request for any name change

Instructions for those entering Israel:    

  • Canadian citizens entering Israel for visits of up to three months are required to carry a valid Canadian passport with an expiry date of at least six (6) months beyond the intended departure.
  • For entry into Israel for purposes other than a visit of up to 3 months or for individuals with citizenship other than Canadian, a valid travel document with an expiration date of at least six (6) months beyond the intended departure is necessary. In addition, a visa is required.

For Consular Services in the rest of Canada:

The Consulate General of Israel in Montreal is responsible for Eastern Canada (Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland & Labrador).
The Embassy of Israel in Ottawa is responsible for the eastern part of Ontario (Ottawa up to and including​ Kingston)
 
Reception Hours for Consular Services:

The Consular Section is open to the public by appointment only from Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (excluding holidays)

  • Passport pick-up: Monday to Friday, 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM with prior confirmation only.
  • Telephone Reception Hours: Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM at 416-640-8505. You may leave a voice message.
  • For questions regarding military issues: Monday to Friday from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM.

When the Consulate is closed and only in the case of emergency, you may leave a message at the following number: ​416-823-7215. In case of emergencies, you may also call the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' emergency call centre in Israel at +972-2-5303155.