Israel Announces Discounted Passport Fees for Winter Months

To qualify for the reduced rates, citizens must complete their payments online through the official government website during the four-month winter window. An adult passport will cost 185 shekels online, down 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.

While the payment must be made by February 28, 2027, individuals have until April 30, 2027, to schedule and attend their in-person appointments at the Population and Immigration Authority offices to finalize the issuance. Conscripts, reservists, and national service participants are eligible for additional discounts, which will be automatically applied during the online payment process.

All in-person visits to the Population and Immigration Authority offices require advance appointments, which must be booked using the GoVisit service. The authority also recommends utilizing self-service terminals and kiosks at some offices to streamline the process and reduce waiting times.