Passport

Before passports: How travelers crossed borders

The passport was not the beginning of travel documentation, but the result of centuries of attempts to control movement, identity and access across borders.

AUGUST 2, 2026|ByIN COOPERATION WITH GIORGI JIKIA

Before passports became standard, travellers relied on permits, letters and personal recognition to cross borders.

Germany granted citizenship to 6,756 Israelis in 2025, making its embassy in Israel the country's largest passport office outside Europe.

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'Insurance certificate for escape': Israelis reclaim German citizenship in record numbers

Eighty years after the Holocaust, a record number of Israelis are reclaiming German citizenship – not out of nostalgia, but as a passport to security and opportunity

JULY 28, 2026|ByBEN KAUSCHANSKY

Ex-IDF soldier convicted for using foreign passport to enter Iraq, Yemen, and Saudi Arabia

Prosecutors said 27-year-old Lior Matan Weinstein entered countries Israelis are barred by law from visiting without approval, admitted the facts in the indictment, and was convicted on Tuesday.

JULY 23, 2026|ByHODAYA RAN

An illustration picture shows Israeli passports in Jerusalem, on January 18, 2023.

Israel's passport climbs to record high in Henley Passport Index despite conflicts

Israel's passport ranked 18th globally, its highest position since the ranking was launched 20 years ago, despite the country's low standing in the Global Peace Index.

JULY 22, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Six months later: What happened to the Maldives' call for a ban on Israeli passports?

The country's Attorney-General Ahmed Usham noted that issuing such a complete prohibition on Israeli passports required further review.

DECEMBER 3, 2024ByYAEL HALFON

People walk on a beach in Vilimalé Island. November 15, 2023.

Eligibility for Romanian citizenship: Are you eligible?

Check eligibility and understand how to obtain Romanian citizenship with Attorney Daniel Hershko, expert in Romanian citizenship expenses and European citizenship eligibility.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024By IN COLLABORATION WITH HERSHKO-ROMANIA

How attractive it is so hard to obtain: Romanian citizenship - are you eligible

Israel Police raids Foreign Ministry, uncovers fraudulent diplomatic passports

The raid was part of an undercover investigation opened in the previous weeks.

AUGUST 7, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Yair Netanyahu and a sign showing directions to the Foreign Ministry offices in Jerusalem are seen

Before biometrics: Israel's earliest passports and travel documents

The first Israeli passport issued was in the name of Golda Meir, who at the time worked for the Jewish Agency and was soon to become Israel’s ambassador to the Soviet Union.

MAY 14, 2024ByGIL ZOHAR

Tel Aviv citizens waiting to have their passport photos taken, January 23, 1949

This is how you will issue a biometric passport without leaving your home

Avoid Ministry of Interior queues: Issue biometric ID cards online now! Details to know before starting the process to get your new passport or ID card without leaving home.

MAY 5, 2024ByMEITAL SHARABI

Population Authority launches new system to request passport extensions online

"We have set a goal of improving service to Israeli citizens."

MAY 1, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Israeli Interior Minister Rabbi Moshe Arbel (Shas).

Where is my passport? A new voice service will help you track it

A collaboration between HFD and Omnitelecom introduces a voice service to track passport delivery, enhancing customer experience and efficiency.

APRIL 2, 2024ByMEITAL SHARABI

Wiz or EasyJet? Who is cheaper? Test for Passover

In light of the return of low-cost carriers to Israel, we conducted a Passover price comparison test in popular European destinations to see if they offer real savings for travelers.

MARCH 31, 2024ByYANIR BERT/MAARIV