Application for an Order of Release from Detention

Who may submit the application

A person held in detention pursuant to a detention order may submit an application for release from detention, either independently or through an attorney.
The application is submitted free of charge.

Mandatory detainee number

The detainee number must be stated in the application.
Applications submitted without a detainee number will not be processed.
For inquiries regarding the detainee number, please contact the Israel Prison Service by fax at: 08-9193262, enclosing a copy of the passport and a power of attorney if represented.

When to submit the application

The application should be submitted as soon as possible. However, it may be submitted at any time and will be processed during the Tribunal’s working hours.

Required documents

• A power of attorney, if the detainee is represented
• A written and reasoned application for release from detention
• Supporting documents, as required, such as relevant case law, a social worker's report, medical documents, etc.

How to submit the application

If an application for release from detention is submitted by an attorney or representative it must be filed online through the UniCourt system:

• Attorneys and authorized users may view the case file, documents, decisions, and hearing dates in the personal area of the UniCourt system, subject to the applicable authorizations and Tribunal procedures: Personal Area.
• An unrepresented detainee may submit the application, together with the required documents, by email to the Tribunal: [email protected].
• Inquiries may be sent to the above email address.

What happens after submission

1. The application will be registered and forwarded to a Judge of the Tribunal Judge.
2. The Tribunal adjudicator will review the application and issue a decision, such as: requesting the response of the Population and Immigration Authority, requesting an additional response from the detainee or their attorney, requiring completion of documents, or issuing a decision on the merits of the application.
3. At the judge’s discretion, a hearing may be scheduled to consider the application.

Additional information for attorneys

Attorneys may view case information, including documents, decisions, and hearing dates, in the personal area of the UniCourt system, subject to the user’s authorization and the Tribunal’s procedures.

• Information regarding visits, release, and the detainee number may be obtained from the Israel Prison Service by fax at: 08-9193262.
• Inquiries concerning the detainee’s belongings, medical issues, or wage-related matters involving an employer should be addressed to the Population and Immigration Authority and/or the Israel Prison Service.