Israel | Certain visas automatically extended by three months

Population and Immigration Authority announced that certain visas with validity dates ending from Feb. 22 to March 31, 2026, are automatically extended by three months.

Key takeaways:

The three-month extension applies to visa holders with the following visa types:

• B/1 – General Work Visa
• B/2 – Tourist Visa
• B/4 – Volunteer Visa
• A/1 – Temporary Resident Visa
• A/2 – Student Visa (excluding agricultural trainees)
• A/3 – Clergy Visa
• A/4 – Companion Visa
• A/5 – Temporary Resident Visa
• DCL permit – for family reunifications and humanitarian purposes

The extension is automatic, so there is no need to visit Population and Immigration Authority offices.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group.

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