Israel Announces Discounted Passport Fees for Winter Months
Translated & summarized from Behadrei Haredim by baba
Israel is lowering passport fees for the winter season, offering savings of up to hundreds of shekels per family. The discounted online rate of 185 shekels for adults and 110 shekels for minors is available from November 1 until February 28, 2027. Passports purchased during this period can be issued until April 30, 2027. Appointments are required for passport issuance.
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- Israel will offer discounted passport fees from November 1 to February 28, 2027.
- Adult passports will cost 185 shekels online during the discount period.
- Minor passports will cost 110 shekels online during the discount period.
- The discounted rates are available for online payments via the Population and Immigration Authority.
- Issued passports must be obtained by April 30, 2027.
- Appointments are required for passport issuance.
Israel is introducing a discounted passport fee for the upcoming winter season, potentially saving families hundreds of shekels. Starting November 1, individuals who pay for their passports online through the Population and Immigration Authority website by February 28, 2027, will benefit from reduced rates. A first-time or adult passport renewal will cost 185 shekels during this winter period when paid online, a significant drop from the summer online rate of 290 shekels and the standard rate of 315 shekels. For minors, the winter online fee will be 110 shekels, compared to 145 shekels in the summer and 165 shekels at the standard rate. Those who pay the discounted fee by the end of February can still redeem it and obtain their passport by April 30, 2027. Soldiers, reservists, and national service members eligible for discounts will receive them based on their updated entitlements, with the exact amount displayed during payment. The Population and Immigration Authority reminds the public that appointments are required for passport issuance and can be booked via Govisit. Some offices offer direct appointments to self-service stations to shorten wait times.
