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Residence & citizenship

Israeli Naturalisation and Israeli Citizenship

The route to Israeli citizenship for foreign nationals who do not qualify under the Law of Return, governed by the Citizenship Law.

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The required residence period and specific conditions for naturalisation are not confirmed here — verify against the official Citizenship Law/PIBA guidance before publishing figures.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Israel government website before you apply.
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Official name
Naturalisation (Israeli Citizenship Law)
Route type
Citizenship / naturalisation
For
Foreign nationals not eligible under the Law of Return
Decision
Discretionary (Ministry of the Interior / PIBA)

Who it is for

  • Long-term lawful residents seeking Israeli citizenship.
  • Foreign spouses completing the family-reunification procedure.
  • Others eligible to apply under the Citizenship Law.

Requirements

  • A qualifying period of lawful residence in Israel.
  • Meeting the conditions set out in the Citizenship Law.
  • Supporting documents required by PIBA, including civil-status and clearance records.

What you can do

  • Acquire Israeli citizenship if the application is approved.
  • Hold the rights and obligations of an Israeli citizen.

How to apply

  • Confirm eligibility and the required period of residence under the Citizenship Law.
  • Submit the naturalisation application and documents to PIBA.
  • Attend interviews and complete any oath or registration formalities.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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