Identity documents and travel

Renewing a biometric identity card

Check eligibility for online renewal.

7 minutes to read Last checked: 20.10.2026
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Important to know

Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.

Before you start

Follow the Population Authority service and protect personal records.

Who is this guide for?

People whose biometric card has expired or will expire.

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Conditions and exceptions

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice; use official systems for sensitive details.

Step by step

The checklist

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01

Check online conditions

Review expiry/expiry within the next year and loss/theft routes and all eligibility requirements.
What should you prepare?

Government authentication and contact details.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice; use official systems for sensitive details.

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02

Open the official page

Authenticate from gov.il rather than an unfamiliar SMS link.
What should you prepare?

Required identity/contact information.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice; use official systems for sensitive details.

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03

Apply and track

Complete the form, retain messages and check whether your circumstances require a bureau visit.
What should you prepare?

Application and messages.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice; use official systems for sensitive details.

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04

Check validity and activation

This online route issues five-year cards under the service; confirm activation after delivery.
What should you prepare?

Issued card and status.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice; use official systems for sensitive details.

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05

Resolve identity or registry problems

Do not repeatedly try altered details; contact the authority for the bureau route.
What should you prepare?

Reference, response and error record.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice; use official systems for sensitive details.

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Official sources

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