I recently went through the process of obtaining
israeli passport requirements and can share my experience. I will say right away that, although I did not plan to move to permanent residence, the process turned out to be quite realistic for remotely completing many stages. The main difficulties are usually related to the preparation and verification of documents: it is important to correctly complete birth certificates, confirm Jewish origin and up-to-date certificates. Some stages, for example, filling out applications and submitting documents through the consulate, can be done remotely - which is convenient for those who live outside of Israel. However, personal presence is sometimes required to submit biometrics or signatures on official forms, so it is worth checking in advance the specific requirements of your consulate. A few nuances that are not always mentioned on official websites: it is better to prepare all translations of documents in advance, make sure that the data matches in all forms, and take into account the processing times. For me, the process became much clearer and more efficient after studying detailed information about the requirements for an Israeli passport on the welcome-israel website. Everything is laid out clearly there, plus there are tips on preparing documents and organizing visits to the consulate. Overall, I can say that with proper preparation, the process is not only accessible, but also relatively comfortable even without moving.
