Apply for assisted voluntary return
Foreign nationals who are in Israel illegally can use this service to contact the Assisted Voluntary Return Department in order to apply for assisted voluntray return.
Who can apply
The Assisted Voluntary Return Department helps all foreign nationals who are in Israel illegally,to return in a fair and dignified manner to their country of origin or other country willing to grant them a permanent residency permit.
All applications are reviewed and suitable applicants are invited for an interview.
Applicants who are not suitable will be informed.
The department provides a professional and efficient service, considering each applicant's individual needs. The department treats all applicants with respect, fairness and dignity, is sensitive to their situation and dedicated to providing the best assistance possible.
The department assists by:
- purchasing plane tickets
- obtaining travel documents
- granting $3,500 to eligible applicants who have been classified as "infiltrators" from Sudan, Eritrea, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia or countries that do not have diplomatic relations with Israel
- contacting employers to recover wages and other work related payments
- providing protection from detainment until the flight schedule departure
The department works in close partnership with international organizations, airline companies and foreign diplomatic missions to provide the best service possible.
Find more information on voluntary return
Find more information on the voluntary return grant
The service is free of charge
How to apply
Complete the online application for voluntary return and submit it online.
Please note, if there is any difference or conflict between the information on this page and the law, the provisions of the law will apply.