Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.
Before you start
Filing alone does not extend expiry.
Who is this guide for?
Expired-passport holders.
Israeli issue and consular renewal/extension differ; no delivery time is guaranteed.
The checklist
Check passport and itinerary
Passport/travel details.
Do not book based on estimated issue dates.
Choose Israeli renewal
Case documents.
Loss is different from ordinary renewal.
Prepare appointment/payment
Appointment and receipt.
Payment does not renew validity.
Check the mission abroad
Existing document.
Do not assume biometric passports can be extended; check the specific mission.
Verify the new passport
Passport and destination rules.
Visa/document rules differ by country.
Official sources
These links let you check with the responsible authority. The website's verification date does not guarantee that every detail has remained up to date since then.
Frequently asked questions
Does a renewal application extend the old passport?
No. Obtain the new document or an authorised extension where available.
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