Extend a temporary or permanent residence permit or change a visa category

Foreign nationals can use this service to extend a temporary or permanent residence or change a visa category.

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Foreign nationals who have been granted status.

Your foreign passport – it must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the requested extension period.
2 current, color, passport photos, on a plain light background, sized 3.5cm x 4.5cm.

Photos that are low quality, or taken in uniform of printed on a home printer will not be accepted.

Documents from a local authority proving that Israel is your main place of living, that include your name – examples:
- Home purchase contract or rental contract.
- Utility bills in your name for your residence: Electricity, water, council tax, etc.
- Evidence of employment or pay slips.
- Bank statements and status.
- Confirmation of registration to a Kupat Holim (health clinic) including the registration date.
- Confirmation from the local authority (council/municipality) of residence in their jurisdiction.
If you have children, you must bring for each child:
- Confirmation of registration to schools/kindergarten
- School certificates.
- Education institute confirmation.
- Vaccination booklets

NIS 195

You can pay with your credit card at the authority office, or someone else's credit card if they are with you in person.
We recommend checking the up-to-date fees table.