Israel Launches Discounted Passport Renewal Program
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Starting November 1, 2026, Israelis can renew passports at a discounted rate of 185 shekels for adults and 110 shekels for children, saving up to 105 shekels and 35 shekels respectively. The "Winter Tariff" campaign runs until February 28, 2027, with payments required online or via digital kiosks. Those who pay by the deadline can complete the process in-office until April 30, 2027. Discounted rates also apply to replacement passports for lost or stolen documents.
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- Israel offers discounted passport renewals from Nov 1, 2026, to Feb 28, 2027.
- Adult passport renewals cost 185 shekels, a 105 shekel saving.
- Child passport renewals cost 110 shekels, a 35 shekel saving.
- Payments must be made online or via digital kiosks to receive the discount.
- Applicants paying by Feb 28 can complete the process in-office by April 30, 2027.
- Discounted rates also apply to replacement passports for lost or stolen documents.
Starting Sunday, November 1, 2026, Israelis can renew their passports at a significantly reduced price as the Population and Immigration Authority reinstates its "Winter Tariff" campaign. This initiative allows for the issuance of new biometric passports or the renewal of existing ones at a lower cost than the standard online rate. The offer will be valid for four months, concluding on February 28, 2027.
Under the program, adults over 18 will pay 185 shekels for a passport, a saving of 105 shekels compared to the usual 290 shekel online fee. For minors, the cost will be 110 shekels, down from the regular 145 shekels, resulting in a 35 shekel saving per child. Families with two adults and two children needing new passports could save a total of 280 shekels, paying 590 shekels instead of 870 shekels.
Additional discounts may be available for eligible groups, including soldiers in mandatory service, reservists, and national-civilian service members, with the final discounted price appearing during payment. These reduced rates are contingent on making payments through the Population and Immigration Authority's website or digital kiosks; payments made at a physical office will not qualify for the discount.
While the discounted payment period ends on February 28, 2027, individuals who pay by this date have until April 30, 2027, to complete the passport issuance process at an office. This allows applicants to secure the lower price during the winter months and schedule their in-person appointment for a later date. Online payment does not replace the requirement to visit an office for biometric data collection, and appointments should be booked in advance.
For passports lost, stolen, or damaged, discounted rates also apply during the winter period, though at a higher cost than standard renewals. Adults will pay 515 shekels for a replacement passport online, down from 620 shekels, and 275 shekels for minors, reduced from 310 shekels. The authority advises those planning international travel in the coming months or in 2027 to take advantage of this offer by completing their payment before the February deadline.
