Israel Introduces Winter Discount on Passport Fees Starting November 1
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Israel's Population and Immigration Authority is implementing a winter discount on biometric foreign passport applications from November 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027. The reduced fee is available for payments made online, with higher discounts for soldiers and reservists. Appointments are required for biometric data collection, bookable via the Govisit app or self-service terminals.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israel will offer a winter discount on foreign passport fees from November 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.
- The reduced fee applies only to payments made through the official government portal.
- Soldiers, reservists, and alternative service participants qualify for an increased discount.
- Appointments are mandatory for passport applications and must be booked via the Govisit app or terminals.
- Citizens are encouraged to check passport validity and use the discount before the summer travel season.
Israel's Population and Immigration Authority has announced a special winter tariff for obtaining biometric foreign passports, effective from November 1, 2026, until February 28, 2027. This reduced state fee is part of a traditional seasonal discount aimed at encouraging citizens to apply for passports during the off-peak season. The discount applies only to individuals who pay the state fee through the official government portal; those paying at a Population and Immigration Authority office will be charged the full price. However, individuals who pay by the end of February can still visit an office for biometric data collection and application submission until April 30, 2027. Special concessions are also available for certain groups, including conscript soldiers, IDF reservists, and participants in alternative national service programs, who are eligible for a higher discount. The system automatically calculates the final payment amount after verifying the applicant's status. The authority also reminded the public that all offices operate strictly by appointment, which can be booked via the Govisit mobile app or self-service terminals in some locations. Citizens are advised to check their passport expiration dates and take advantage of the lower fees before the spring and summer travel seasons.
