Immigration to Israel

There are numerous options for academic studies for Ben Mehagrim in Israel. However, the Israeli security service law applies to all Israeli citizens and mandates military service for Bnei Mehagrim (Children of Immigrants), unless specific exemption criteria are met. Failure to meet the Israel Defense Forces requirements may jeopardize the status of immigrant children and…

What happens if you leave Israel after making Aliyah? This is a common dilemma for those who are eligible to immigrate to Israel but aren’t sure they want to turn Israel into their permanent residence right away. The answer is that you receive your Israeli citizenship immediately upon making Aliyah, and will not lose it…

As we write this article, the 2023 war between Hamas and Israel is still unfolding. Many lovers of Israel from abroad contact our office, wishing to know whether they can enlist in the Israeli Defense Forces or volunteer tor fight for Israel, and what is the maximum age to join the IDF. There are a…

Is there an age limit for Aliyah? The answer is (almost always*) no. Thank you for attending our Tedx Talk. That said, let’s consider the query more seriously. Anyone who is eligible to make Aliyah under the Law of Return can immigrate to Israel at any age. The Law of Return states that every Jew, their…

The Israeli Mossad (“institute”, officially the Institute for Intelligence and Special Operations” is one of the better known national security agencies. Many young men in Israel grow up dreaming of becoming dashing special agents – and given the Mossad’s international reputation, the same is true for foreign citizens as well. Failure to notice an impending…

Who Qualifies as Ben Mehagrim (Child of Immigrants)? Ben Mehagrim, refers to individuals holding Israeli citizenship who migrated with their parents from Israel to another country before turning 16. These individuals are considered potential candidates for compulsory military service (IDF), but can follow a specific procedure to secure an exemption from IDF service while the…

Every year, tens of thousands of new immigrants (Olim) arrive in Israel from various countries around the world. The process of immigrating to Israel can be lengthy, possibly starting long before one’s arrival and continuing even years after settling in Israel. This article will explain how to make Aliyah to Israel, who is eligible, how…

Some see marriage as a means of expressing commitment and solidifying a relationship, while others view it as a more practical tool to formalize a couple’s status in the eyes of the authorities. Although most Israeli couples choose to marry in a traditional religious ceremony recognized by the Rabbinate or according to any recognized religion,…

There are several ways one can become an Israeli citizen. As a result, the answer to the question “How long does it take to get Israeli citizenship?” varies for each individual case. For those who make Aliyah to Israel under the Law of Return, citizenship is granted immediately. However, in other cases, such as acquiring…

The State of Israel was established as a safe haven for the Jewish community, ensuring their safety and freedom from anti-Semitism. Due to this foundational principle, Israeli citizenship is granted to all Jews solely based on their Jewish heritage, under the Law of Return. However, it’s also possible for non-Jews to acquire Israeli citizenship, albeit…