Getting an Israeli driver's license when eligible

Not every student qualifies for an Israeli license. If you do, the process is manageable. WHO IS USUALLY ELIGIBLE Eligibility generally depends on your residency status and how long you will stay. Many students on a short-term visa remain on their foreign license. Olim and long-term residents have their own conversion process. TYPICAL STEPS • Confirm your eligibility with the Ministry of Transport. • Get a medical form and eye test. • Submit your application with your foreign license, passport, and photos. • You may be asked to take a theory test or a driving test, depending on the country of your license. • Pay the fees and receive your license. TIPS • Start well in advance. Processes take time. • Ask for the current list of required documents. • Take lessons if you need to pass a test. Israeli driving is different. • Keep your foreign license until the Israeli one is issued. WATCH OUT FOR Rules change. Ask your school, a friend who has done it recently, or the Ministry of Transport for current requirements.