Residence & citizenship
Palestinian Permanent Residence and Population Registry
Long-term residence status for foreigners through registration in the Palestinian population registry, subject to Israeli approval.
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The five-year continuous-residence figure and processing outcomes are not confirmed on a stable Palestinian official page; registry approval depends on Israeli decisions and should be verified case by case.
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 Palestine government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Palestinian population registry / permanent residence (Palestinian ID)
- Route type
- Settlement / permanent residence
- Administered by
- Palestinian Ministry of Interior and General Authority of Civil Affairs
- Israeli role
- Registry changes require Israeli approval
- Residence expectation
- Reported around 5 years continuous residence
- Unverified figure; confirm with the Ministry of Interior
Who it is for
- Foreign spouses and family members seeking long-term status in the West Bank or Gaza
- Long-resident foreigners pursuing a Palestinian ID
Requirements
- A qualifying basis, usually family reunification with a Palestinian ID holder
- Application through the Palestinian Ministry of Interior / General Authority of Civil Affairs
- Israeli approval of the change to the population registry
- Supporting civil-status and residence documents
What you can do
- Hold long-term residence status and a Palestinian ID once registered
- Access civil registration for family members through the Ministry of Interior
How to apply
- File the family reunification/registry application with the General Authority of Civil Affairs
- The application is submitted for Israeli approval
- Complete registration and ID issuance through the Ministry of Interior once approved
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.