Making Aliyah does not mean you are obligated to pay taxes, serve in the army, or learn Hebrew. It’s about choice, freedom, and the joy of knowing there is a place where you belong. The way you make your Aliyah is entirely up to you — and we at WRAI are here to make it special.
We support you at all stages , help with documents, travel arrangements, and all practical needs in Israel. From obtaining your Israeli passport (Teudat Zeut) to guidance with health insurance, banking and driver’s license, we ensure your journey is smooth, so you can focus on the experience itself.
The following persons have the right to obtain the status of an Israeli citizen:
Anyone with documented Jewish heritage can make Aliyah. This is your opportunity to start a new chapter.
If you are a descendant of a Jewish parent or grandparent (up to three generations), you have the right to make Aliyah. Discover your family’s heritage and step into the land of your ancestors.
If your spouse is Jewish or a descendant of Jews (up to three generations), you are welcome to make Aliyah together. Share this journey and become part of Israel’s vibrant community
If your spouse was Jewish and you have not remarried, you can make Aliyah and continue your connection with Israel and its people — a place where your family history and memory are honored.
To make Aliyah, you need to show that you are Jewish. For many people, this is the most challenging part — but it’s also a journey of discovery and connection.
Over the years, documents may have been lost, names changed, or connections with relatives broken. Archives may respond slowly or deny requests. But at WRAI, our experts know how to navigate every situation, uncover your Jewish roots, and help trace your family tree.
Preparing the full package of evidence is about more than just collecting documents—it includes certificates, extracts, and proof unique to your story. Each case is personal, and we guide you through it.
Missing a document can delay the process by months or even years. The true value of WRAI is in saving your time, smoothing your path, and turning this challenging step into a meaningful journey toward your homeland.
Until 2023, applying for Aliyah required downloading a questionnaire, filling it out, and sending it with scanned documents via email. Each family member had to complete their own part of the form.
Today, the process is much smoother. The questionnaire is completed in English and begins with basic information — ID and passport numbers, and a contact email (Gmail is recommended). A verification code is sent to your email, which allows you to proceed to the next stage.
From this point, you can pause and return to the application at any time — your progress is saved. You’ll need to attach copies of important documents, including:
The questionnaire also asks for details about your personal history, education, work and military experience, and information about your family. While it may seem detailed, each step is part of your journey — bringing you closer to reconnecting with your roots and making Aliyah a reality.
The main purpose of the interview is to understand your genuine desire to come back home and to ensure your connection with your Jewish heritage, in line with the Law of Return.
Preparing for the interview is challenging, because questions can cover many areas of life. Even details that seem small or unrelated can play an important role.
Your intentions, reflected in your answers, should align with the documents you provide. This is an opportunity to tell your story and show your connection.
Guiding principles for preparation:
Think of the interview as a conversation about your heritage and your journey home— it’s your chance to share your story and step closer to Israel, a place where you truly belong.
You have 6 months from the date of your visa’s start to come to Israel. Regardless of whether you intend to live in the country or not, to get the necessary documents.
At the airport you will receive:
1. Teudat-Ole (temporary repatriate ID-card, issued one for the whole family)
2. Refferal for attachment to the health insurance fund
3. Temporary Teudat Zeut (every repatriate from the age of 16)
4. Cash payments from the absorption basket
Upon arrival in Israel, you receive an internal identity card and a repatriate card. Next you need:
After repatriation and going through all the stages, it is worth deciding whether you want to stay in Israel, or move to another country, Israeli citizenship, in any case, remains with you. but there are many legal subtleties that need to be settled in advance in case of departure:
To make Aliyah, you need to show that you are Jewish. For many people, this is the most challenging part — but it’s also a journey of discovery and connection.
Over the years, documents may have been lost, names changed, or connections with relatives broken. Archives may respond slowly or deny requests. But at WRAI, our experts know how to navigate every situation, uncover your Jewish roots, and help trace your family tree.
Preparing the full package of evidence is about more than just collecting documents—it includes certificates, extracts, and proof unique to your story. Each case is personal, and we guide you through it.
Missing a document can delay the process by months or even years. The true value of WRAI is in saving your time, smoothing your path, and turning this challenging step into a meaningful journey toward your homeland.
Until 2023, applying for Aliyah required downloading a questionnaire, filling it out, and sending it with scanned documents via email. Each family member had to complete their own part of the form.
Today, the process is much smoother. The questionnaire is completed in English and begins with basic information — ID and passport numbers, and a contact email (Gmail is recommended). A verification code is sent to your email, which allows you to proceed to the next stage.
From this point, you can pause and return to the application at any time — your progress is saved. You’ll need to attach copies of important documents, including:
The questionnaire also asks for details about your personal history, education, work and military experience, and information about your family. While it may seem detailed, each step is part of your journey — bringing you closer to reconnecting with your roots and making Aliyah a reality.
The main purpose of the interview is to understand your genuine desire to come back home and to ensure your connection with your Jewish heritage, in line with the Law of Return.
Preparing for the interview is challenging, because questions can cover many areas of life. Even details that seem small or unrelated can play an important role.
Your intentions, reflected in your answers, should align with the documents you provide. This is an opportunity to tell your story and show your connection.
Guiding principles for preparation:
Think of the interview as a conversation about your heritage and your journey home— it’s your chance to share your story and step closer to Israel, a place where you truly belong.
You have 6 months from the date of your visa’s start to come to Israel. Regardless of whether you intend to live in the country or not, to get the necessary documents.
At the airport you will receive:
1. Teudat-Ole (temporary repatriate ID-card, issued one for the whole family)
2. Refferal for attachment to the health insurance fund
3. Temporary Teudat Zeut (every repatriate from the age of 16)
4. Cash payments from the absorption basket
Upon arrival in Israel, you receive an internal identity card and a repatriate card. Next you need:
After repatriation and going through all the stages, it is worth deciding whether you want to stay in Israel, or move to another country, Israeli citizenship, in any case, remains with you. but there are many legal subtleties that need to be settled in advance in case of departure:
Israel is a modern developed country. People from different parts of the earth seek permanent residence in Israel. Israel ranks first in the number of migrants and returnees.
Obtaining Israeli citizenship is carried out on the basis of the «Law of Return». On the basis of the act, a person with Jewish roots can become a citizen of the country — up to the third generation. These are children, grandchildren, spouses of Jews. Even if a Jewish relative is not alive, or he is/ lives in another country and does not plan to return, there are no obstacles in obtaining a passport.
To obtain guaranteed Israeli citizenship, you must apply to the relevant authority. If you are in Israel, then you need to come to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and if you are applying in your country of origin, to the Israeli embassy.
To obtain Israeli citizenship without living in Israel, you need to collect the necessary papers in their original form and present them to the Israeli Missions Around The World:
You have to go to the embassy only after you have been invited and your repatriate visa application form has been approved. After the papers are collected, you and your family need to personally appear at the consulate for an interview and document verification. If the decision is positive, you will receive a visa for repatriation for a period of 6 months. As soon as the visa is in hand, you can purchase air tickets.
A person who is not a Jew can obtain Israeli citizenship by naturalization. Main grounds:
Citizens of other countries can acquire Israeli citizenship by marrying an Israeli citizen. What is required for this:
It is necessary to undergo a special procedure.
You need to submit a special application and start the procedure. The main requirements are:
Renew your residency visa annually + undergo checks on the authenticity of the relationship. For evidence may require: booking of hotel rooms, airline tickets, accommodation, bills, photos, receipts from restaurants, holidays. Sometimes the procedure takes longer than 5 years. Once you are approved, you can apply for Israeli citizenship.
To obtain Israeli citizenship without living in Israel, you need to collect the necessary papers in their original form and present to Israeli Missions Around The World:
If you are sure of your Jewish origin, but cannot find documents to prove it and obtain Israeli citizenship, you can always contact the WRAI, where archival search specialists face a variety of situations every day and find a way out of them.
Archival search specialists have access to both open and closed state archives around the world.
When obtaining Israeli citizenship, no one will force you to renounce the citizenship of the country of origin. There are no restrictions for holders of two or more citizenships in the country.
According to the new law, in 2023, you need to live at least a year after repatriation in order to receive a darkon.
For new repatriates, there is an exemption from various taxes for a period of 6 months to 10 years, depending on the category. If you do not intend to live in Israel after obtaining citizenship, you will not have to pay any additional taxes, since you will not be a resident of the country.
There are no differences in the process of repatriation for the spouse and children of a person with Jewish roots, they go through all stages of repatriation together.
Yes, under the Family Reunification Law or under the STUPRO program through marriage to an Israeli citizen/civilian.