Dear All,

1. Due to the present scenario, Kolkata IVP is not operational, so all the requests for the Israel visa application should be submitted to our IVP center in Delhi.
2. Applicants submitting requests for the Visa, they have to fill the online form (follow the  link below) to receive an automatic Online Entry permit letter:-
   Link for the Entry Permit:- https://govforms.gov.il/mw/forms/knisalisrael%40mofa.gov.il

Dear All,

We are pleased to announce that IVP Bangalore will be operational from Friday onwards (17-09-2021).
As per guidelines , IVP Bangalore Center will accept applications for the below categories:-

• A/2 Student.
• A/4 Dependent

NOTICE

12.08 — India was removed from the red countries list. It is classified now as orange destinations (at-risk destinations), which means travellers travelling from India to Israel shall be required to complete the full isolation period, regardless of age and including vaccinated and recovered.

1. Embassy will Accept B/ 1 applications as regular basis
2. For Students
   1. New students can submit application to our outsourcing center .
      Embassy will process - issue visa and permit letter
   2. Students holding Valid Israel extension visa .
      Need to submit request thru online .
      Embassy will issue permit letter online & shall forward to the applicant directly thru email.
   3. Students who has received Israel visa from Embassy/ consulate and is still valid but couldn't not travel due to permit letter.
   4. Quarantine Form - Click here

Please fill online application thru the website.
Embassy will issue online permit letter & shall forward to the applicant directly/

Online Application for Permit Letter to Enter Isarel:
Foreigners who wish to arrive in the State of Israel are required to fill out the online form "Application for an entry permit to Israel during the COVID-19 pandemic for passengers traveling with a foreign passport' 
The form is for personal application only. No companions can be added to the application, and a separate application must be submitted to each companion.

Please note that you can indicate in the application form the reference numbers of applications related to this application.

When filling out a form, be sure to attach/upload the references and supporting documents, including:

1. Readable photocopy of the applicant' passport.
2. Vaccination certificate or doctor's approval for recovery from COVID-19 or both (depending on the circumstances).
3. Additional documents relevant to the reason for the arrival request, as specified in the application.

When filling out the online application form, the country in which the applicant is currently located must be selected, and, accordingly, the location of the Israeli embassy or consulate to which the application will be sent for examination and processing. It is important to emphasize that a re-application cannot be submitted within two weeks from your last submission.

Please note that an Entry Permit DOES NOT replace a Valid Visa, and needed in addition.

To submit a request for arrival to the State of Israel, follow the link below: https://govforms.gov.il/mw/forms/knisalisrael@mofa.gov.il#!requestDetails

Please make sure to upload all the required documents. A request with a missing document will be rejected automatically.

List of required supporting documents to be submitted with the request:
A passenger who is a son or a daughter of a parent(s) who is/are an Israeli citizen(s)

1. Copy of the parents passports.
2. Copy of the passenger - minor or the adult's passport.
3. The passenger's birth certificate.
4. A declaration for the obligation of the parents to register the minor or the adult in the Israeli population registry within 60 days from the day of your return from the trip to Israel, See attachment No 2 and 3.
5. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1.
6. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
7. If the passenger is a minor traveling with one of his/her Israeli parent, approval declaration of the other parent must be submitted. Attention - The declaration must be authenticated by a notary or by the Israeli Consul and a copy of the parent's ID must be attached. 
8. Quarantine Form - Click here

A foreigner who has a first degree Israeli family member (Israeli citizen or a permanent resident of Israel) that is currently in Israel
An application may be submitted for the foreigner, their spouse and their children to visit Israel- CHILDREN MUST BE VACCINATED OR RECOVERED FROM COVID-19! PROOF MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION. All passengers must be fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19.

1. Copy of a passport or Teudat Zehut/Toshav (Israeli ID) of the first-degree relative, residing in Israel.
2. Copy of the passenger's passport.
3. Proof of first degree relation of the foreigner and the relative residing in Israel and proof of first degree relation of the the foreigner and their spouse and children (Official documents such as birth certificate, marriage, etc.).
4. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1.
5. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19. 
6. Passenger certificate of vaccination or recovered from COVID-19.
7. Quarantine Form - Click here

Attending a wedding of Israeli citizens or permanent residents or foreigners who reside in Israel
The parents of the bride/groom may arrive to state of Israel subject to their obligation to comply with all rules of the Israeli Ministry of Health including the obligation for isolation/quarantine upon arrival in Israel. Furthermore, grandparents may attend the wedding, if they are vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19.

1. Copy of passport or Teudat Zehut/Toshav (Israeli ID) of the first-degree relative  residing in Israel.
2. Proof of first degree relation of the foreigner and the relative residing in Israel  and proof of first degree relation of the foreigner and their spouse and  children (Official documents such as birth certificate, marriage, etc.).
3. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1.
4. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
5. Passenger certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.
6. Copy of the registration of the request for marriage submitted to the bureaus in the religious councils or wedding registration from another alternative office + joint affidavit of the marrying couple signed before a notary.
7. Quarantine Form - Click here

Foreign grandparents who are requesting to visit Israel on the occasion of the birth of their grandchild (providing that the grandchild bs family is residing in Israel)  Permitted only for grandparents who are vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19. The request will be approved ranging from a month prior birth to a month post birth.

1. Copy of the grandparents passports.
2. Copy of the parents' passports.
3. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1.
4. Proof of birth or supporting medical documents for an expected birth.
5. Proof of family connection between grandparents and parents in Israel.
6. Passenger certificate of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.
7. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
8. Quarantine Form - Click here

A foreign passenger married to an Israeli citizen or to a permanent resident of Israel
May apply for the above reason only if the Israeli citizen/resident is currently in Israel or travels with the foreign spouse.

1. Copy of the passport of the Israeli spouse / permanent residency card
2. Copy of the passenger's passport
3. Certificate of marriage - if married. If not married - a proof of mutual life
4. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1
5. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
6. Quarantine Form - Click here

A foreign parent of a minor Israeli child
May apply for the above reason only if the Israeli child is currently in Israel.

1. Copy of the passport of the foreign parent.
2. Copy of the Israeli passport of the child.
3. The child's birth certificate.
4. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1.
5. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
6. Custody agreement for the minor.
7. Quarantine Form - Click here

Attend a Funeral in Israel
Permitted for first degree family without spouse and for 24 hours only.

1. Copy of passenger's passport
2. Copy of deceased's passport or ID card
3. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1
4. Proof of family connection to the deceased (birth certificate, marriage certificate or another equivalent document)
5. Certificate of death and/or official document approving burial in Israel
6. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
7. Quarantine Form - Click here

Entry of a lone soldier or a Sherut Leumi volunteer or a visit of their first degree relatives
May apply for a permit for first degree or for the soldier themselves

1. Copy of the IDF service card and/or approval of a lone soldier signed by the authorities or approval of Sherut Leumi organization for the volunteer.
2. Copy of passports of the applicants.
3. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1.
4. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
5. Quarantine Form - Click here

Students and Yeshiva Students
May apply for an entry permit through the Academic institution/Yeshiva or through the consulate. Passenger must have a valid Student Visa to Israel, otherwise, must apply for visa and permit letter with an appointment at the consulate.

1. Copy of passenger's passport.
2. Copy of parents' passport (for minors).
3. Passenger declaration to comply with all instructions of the Israeli authorities, as will be given, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, See attachment No 1.
4. Proof of health insurance for the passenger, valid in Israel, throughout the visit period with clear indication of coverage for COVID-19.
5. Approval from the academic institution/Yeshiva or a valid Visa.
6. Approval from the Ministry of Health stating that the institution is approved to go back to physical classes (obtained from the institution).
7. Proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19.
8. Quarantine Form - Click here