Israel Implements Winter Discount on Passport Applications
Translated & summarized from NEWSru Israel by baba
Israel has introduced a "winter discount" on passport applications and renewals, lowering online fees from November 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027. Adult passports now cost 185 shekels online, down from 290 shekels, saving 105 shekels. The initiative aims to reduce queues by encouraging early applications, with appointments available until April 30, 2027.
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- Israel's winter passport discount lowers online adult renewal fees to 185 shekels from 290 shekels.
- The discounted online passport fees are valid from November 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.
- The savings on adult passport applications amount to 105 shekels per document.
- Reduced fees also apply to children's passports, costing 110 shekels online.
- Special rates of approximately 90 shekels are available for military and national service members.
- In-person passport applications do not qualify for the winter discount.
Starting Sunday, November 1, reduced winter rates for obtaining and renewing Israeli passports, known as "darkonim," have taken effect. This discount is available for online payments made between November 1, 2026, and February 28, 2027. The Population and Immigration Authority has set the new online fee for adult passport applications or renewals at 185 shekels, down from the 290 shekels charged between March and October, representing a saving of 105 shekels. For children, the online passport fee is now 110 shekels, reduced from 145 shekels. Compulsory and national service members are eligible for a discounted rate of approximately 90 shekels, with additional discounts available for reservists who qualify. The cost for replacing a lost, stolen, or damaged passport with online payment is 515 shekels for adults and 275 shekels for minors. These winter discounts do not apply to payments made in person at Population and Immigration Authority offices, where standard fees remain 315 shekels for adults and 165 shekels for children. The initiative aims to encourage citizens to apply for passports in advance, thereby reducing queues before the Passover holiday and summer vacation period. To qualify for the discount, payment must be completed by the end of February 2027, though appointments can be scheduled up to April 30, 2027, via the GoVisit system.
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