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Right to repatriation
Who has the right to Repatriation?
By blood
Halachic Jews (by mother)
Children of Jews
Grandchildren of Jews
Marriage
Spouses, widows, and widowers of Jews
Spouses, widows, and widowers of children of Jews
Spouses, widows, and widowers of grandchildren of Jews
Judaism
Non-Jews who have undergone giyur – the process of converting to Judaism. It typically involves studying Judaism, undergoing ritual immersion (mikveh), and for males, circumcision (brit milah) if they are not already circumcised. After completing these steps, the convert is formally accepted into the Jewish faith.
Repatriation. Pitfalls.
The repatriation process to Israel is not always smooth. After declaring independence and enacting the Law of Return, Israel welcomed anyone who identified as Jewish. Since then, much has changed: Israel’s interest in the influx of repatriates has significantly decreased. Now, one must prove their right to repatriation, often facing substantial resistance. As more Jews and their descendants decide to repatriate, Israeli bureaucracy becomes more resistant. There is increasing debate about depriving grandchildren of Jews of the right to repatriation.
Stages of repatriation
If repatriation is from the country of origin or another country where the consular department 'Nativ' operates
- Collecting documents
- Interview with the consul
- Obtaining citizenship upon arrival in Tel Aviv, document processing at the airport, and further procedures at the Ministry of Interior.
If repatriation is from Israel
- Collecting documents
- Reception at the Ministry of Interior
- Interview at ‘Nativ’ in Jerusalem
- Receiving citizenship at the Ministry of Interior and processing documents
Complex cases of repatriation
Consular refusal, criminal record, the need for DNA testing, proof of kinship, changing religion (any other faith besides Judaism), and restoring the right to repatriation – strictly with legal representation through the court in Israel.
Consul's refusal of repatriation to Israel
Complex cases of repatriation primarily involve situations where the candidate for Israeli citizenship has been refused by the consul. There can be many reasons for refusal, but the main ones include: changing religion, criminal history and convictions, and being born out of wedlock in repatriation through the male line.
Consular refusal complicates the repatriation process but does not make it impossible – one can assert their right to citizenship in an Israeli court. Certainly, timely professional consultation can help avoid refusals. However, if it has already occurred – do not waste time and consult an immigration lawyer. We will strive for a court decision in your favor.
Packages
You can order one of the proposed packages or work with a consultant to determine which options suit you best.
Before arriving in Israel:
- Checking documents for compliance with the requirements of the Law of Return
- Supervising the process of collecting the document package
- Assistance in filling out online forms
- Preparation for the interview with the Nativ consul
After receiving the repatriant visa, in Israel:
- Consulting on the stages of the process and current rules
- Assistance in scheduling appointments, filling out forms, and accompanying in the process of ordering documents — teudat maavar (laissez-passer for 5 years) and teudat zeut — issuing a temporary and ordering a permanent identity card for an Israeli citizen
- Receiving and delivering ready documents, if necessary
- Registration in the health insurance fund (medical insurance)
Before arriving in Israel:
- Checking documents for compliance with the requirements of the Law of Return
- Supervising the process of collecting the document package
- Assistance in filling out online forms
- Preparation for the interview with the Nativ consul
- Help in scheduling a consular check in the country of origin or another country where the consular department ‘Nativ’ operates
After receiving the repatriant visa, in Israel:
- Consulting on the stages of the process and current rules
- Assistance in scheduling appointments, filling out forms, and accompanying in the process of ordering documents — teudat maavar (laissez-passer for 5 years) and teudat zeut — issuing a temporary and ordering a permanent identity card for an Israeli citizen
- Receiving and delivering ready documents, if necessary
- Registration in the health insurance fund (medical insurance)
All instances are passed on the territory of Israel
- Checking documents for compliance with the requirements of the Law of Return
- Supervising the process of collecting the document package
- Assistance in initial registration at the Ministry of Interior to start the process
- Filling out forms and sending documents
- Preparation for the interview with the Nativ consul
- Help in scheduling a consular check in Jerusalem
- Consulting on the stages of the process and current rules
- Registration at the Ministry of Interior to obtain citizenship, following a successful consular check, receiving teudat zeut — issuing a temporary and ordering a permanent identity card for an Israeli citizen
- Ordering teudat maavar (laissez-passer for 5 years)
- Receiving and delivering ready documents, if necessary
- Registration in the health insurance fund (medical insurance)
Before arriving in Israel:
- Consulting on the stages of the process and current rules
After moving to Israel:
- Assistance in scheduling appointments, filling out forms, and accompanying in the process of ordering documents — teudat maavar (laissez-passer for 5 years) and teudat zeut — issuing a temporary and ordering a permanent identity card for an Israeli citizen
- Receiving and delivering ready documents, if necessary
- Registration in the health insurance fund (medical insurance)
- Assistance in opening a bank account: ordering cards with increased limits, checkbooks, etc.
- Accompanying in the process of obtaining a driver’s license and international driving permits
- Assistance in processing A5 visas (opening the process and extension) for the 4th generation
- Subscription support for Israelis living abroad
- Legal support for Israelis living in Israel (hourly payment, favorable rates for office clients)
- Assistance in matters of transferring and legalizing funds and assets from the country of origin and third countries
- Real estate search for living and investment, transaction support
Why do you need a lawyer for repatriation?
An immigration lawyer will review the documents, and if they are insufficient, they will assist in finding and preparing a package that satisfies the consul’s requirements. Office specialists help fill out the application and other necessary forms, prepare for interviews with officials.
We know how to deal with bureaucracy quickly. We provide our clients with maximum comfort, monitor changes in rules and instructions, and make adjustments to the plan and route in a timely manner. Finally, if any matters require judicial proceedings, we handle our clients’ cases in courts at all levels, up to the Supreme Court of Justice (Bagatz).
But! Timely consultation with an immigration law specialist can prevent lengthy legal battles and unnecessary expenses.
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