1) When does the zman begin and end?
2021-2022
Elul Zman 5781: Elul Zman begins IY”H Wednesday the 3rd of Elul 5781 / August 11th, 2021. There is regular seder Wednesday morning and therefore all Talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Tuesday evening. The dormitory will open starting Sunday evening.
The Zman ends Thursday, Motzei Yom Kippur, 5782 / September 16th, 2021.
Assuming all is well and guidelines allow for it, there will be a trip schedule for Talmidim in E”Y after Yom Kippur and after Succos. It is mandatory for first-year Talmidim. Simchas Torah is a Yeshiva celebrated Yom Tov and mandatory for all Talmidim in E”Y for Yom Tov.
Winter Zman 5782: The Talmidim need to be back in Yeshiva for the start of the Winter Zman Wednesday evening, Rosh Chodesh Cheshvan/ October 6th, 2021. Regular sedarim begin Thursday morning October 7th, 2021.
The Zman ends Thursday 21 Adar II / March 24th, 2022. Talmidim may leave late Wednesday night, 20 Adar II / March 23rd.
Summer Zman 5782: Summer Zman begins Wednesday the 3rd of Iyar/ May 4th, 2022. There is regular seder Wednesday morning and therefore Talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Tuesday evening May 3rd. The dormitory will open starting Sunday evening.
The zman ends Thursday 22 Tammuz / July 21st, 2022. Talmidim may leave late Wednesday night.
Elul Zman 5782: Elul Zman begins IY”H Tuesday the 3rd of Elul 5782 / August 30th, 2022. There is regular seder Tuesday morning and therefore all Talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Monday evening August 29th. The dormitory will open starting Sunday.
The zman ends Motzei Yom Kippur, 5783/ October 5th, 2022.
Please note, these dates are subject to change due to the dynamic nature of these unusual times.
2) What is the daily schedule in Yeshiva?
Please click here to see the daily schedule.
3) Is there a group flight?
The Yeshiva does not arrange group flights. Parents prefer booking their own flights and finding the best deals. Talmidim usually know who else is coming to Yeshiva and are in touch with each other about traveling together.
4) When is the Poland trip scheduled? How do I find out more about it?
The Poland trip is not a Yeshiva Toras Chaim trip. Dates and itinerary are arranged by Nesivos Tours in coordination with Rabbi Chanina Geisler. If you would like more information please be in direct contact with Nesivos Tours:
US: 917-909-8843 / Israel: 972-54- 528-1991 / UK: 44-207- 442-5461 / Fax: 972-2- 652-6646
Email: info@nesivos.com /www.nesivos.com
US: 917-909-8843 / Israel: 972-54- 528-1991 / UK: 44-207- 442-5461 / Fax: 972-2- 652-6646
Email: info@nesivos.com /www.nesivos.com
5) What shiur am I in?
Rebbeim place each Talmid in a shiur that is most compatible to his learning style and will let the Talmidimknow when they arrive in Yeshiva.
6) What Mascheta is the Yeshiva learning this year?
2021-2022
To be announced shortly.
To be announced shortly.
7) What size mattresses are the beds in Yeshiva?
The beds are regular twin size mattresses - 90 in. by 190 in.
8) What are the fees for laundry service?
A washing machine/dryer rental service offers use of their machines in our dormitory. A company representitive will collect the payment from your son. Your son will be able to pay with cash or credit card. Last year the fee was $120 (and is subject to change according to the company’s pricing).
9) Why do I need AIM Health Insurance? Can I sign up with another Israeli health plan or continue to use non-Israeli health insurance plan?
Every Talmid must have Israeli Health insurance. AIM is recommended because it is Anglo friendly, and they are always available to answer your questions and get involved in case of an emergency Ch"V. An AIM doctor visits the Yeshiva once a week. Because they pay doctors privately they have more pull when needed.
You can also choose to sign up with Harel or MSG. However, we we have no connection with them and would discourage you from doing so, especially when we are still managing the Covid crisis.
Why can't you simply use your non-Israeli Health Insurance plan? In addition to the above considerations and concerns, in such case where your son needs immediate care, may it never come to this, he'll have to present a credit card and lay out the funds on the spot in order to be treated. Some hospitals may not admit your son or release him without payment upfront. In addition, he or you will have to get through all the red tape afterwards in order to be reimbursed and navigate the Israeli bureaucracy system. We therefore don't allow this.
You can also choose to sign up with Harel or MSG. However, we we have no connection with them and would discourage you from doing so, especially when we are still managing the Covid crisis.
Why can't you simply use your non-Israeli Health Insurance plan? In addition to the above considerations and concerns, in such case where your son needs immediate care, may it never come to this, he'll have to present a credit card and lay out the funds on the spot in order to be treated. Some hospitals may not admit your son or release him without payment upfront. In addition, he or you will have to get through all the red tape afterwards in order to be reimbursed and navigate the Israeli bureaucracy system. We therefore don't allow this.
10) Where do I mail tuition payments?
All US tuition checks should be made out to: Yeshiva Toras Chaim
Mail checks to:
Yeshiva Toras Chaim
c/o Twersky Family
126 Richmond Pl
Lawrence, New York 11559
Send an e-mail to office@ytchaim.com to let us know that you mailed the check(s).
Whether you mail or drop off the checks, please make sure to place it in an envelope, with an explanation of what it is for and include your contact information.
Mail checks to:
Yeshiva Toras Chaim
c/o Twersky Family
126 Richmond Pl
Lawrence, New York 11559
Send an e-mail to office@ytchaim.com to let us know that you mailed the check(s).
Whether you mail or drop off the checks, please make sure to place it in an envelope, with an explanation of what it is for and include your contact information.
11) How do I make a bank transfer?
FIRST INTERNATIONAL BANK OF ISRAEL TEL AVIV
SWIFT CODE NO. FIRBILITXXX
BRANCH: PAGI KANFEY NESHARIM
BRANCH NO. 182
ACCOUNT NAME: YESHIVAT TORAT CHAIM
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 743003
IBAN: IL120521820000000743003
SWIFT CODE NO. FIRBILITXXX
BRANCH: PAGI KANFEY NESHARIM
BRANCH NO. 182
ACCOUNT NAME: YESHIVAT TORAT CHAIM
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 743003
IBAN: IL120521820000000743003
12) What is the Yeshiva's refund policy?
The Yeshiva's refund policy is as follows:
A. The $250 registration fee is non-refundable.
B. Tuition payments use a quarterly system:
~ Until September 15th - %75 refund
~ Until December 1st - %50 refund
~ Until February 15th - %25 refund
~ After February 15th - no refund
A. The $250 registration fee is non-refundable.
B. Tuition payments use a quarterly system:
~ Until September 15th - %75 refund
~ Until December 1st - %50 refund
~ Until February 15th - %25 refund
~ After February 15th - no refund
13) What is a sample trip schedule for the year, and how much is the Talmidim's share of the cost?
Below is a sample trip listing combining trip schedules from previous years. The number of trips will vary from year to year depending on what the Hanhala feels is needed for the Talmidim’s growth and government guidelines. Prices may vary depending on actual costs (usually between $25-$350. The Mezibuz trip was $500). A small number of these trips may be for first-year Talmidim only and some trips are optional.
1. Several trips at the beginning of the year for Talmidim to form a group - $100
2. Trip after Yom Kippur - Yeshiva provides Talmidim with safe trip options - $50
3. 3-day trip after Succos - Yeshiva provides Talmidim with safe trips during the bein hazmanim - $275
4. Afternoon trip first half of winter zman - $75 – to recharge and refresh
5. 3-day trip after Chanukah - $300 – to recharge and refresh
6. The last leap year, we had a Ski trip at the end of the longer Winter Zman, to give and added push and energy.
7. Two years ago we ran an exciting Shabbos learning program during the Winter Zman that culminated with a trip to Mezibuz, Ukraine – Talmidim’s subsidized cost for the trip was $500.
8. Lag Beomer to Meron - $30
9. Summer zman trip - to recharge and give a push for end of year shteiging - $50
10. A "Shiur Shabbos" with Rebbeim and families - to strengthen connection between Talmidim and with their Rebbeim - $125
11. The Yeshiva may have an end of year grand "Yeshiva Shabbos" – 3-day trip including Shabbos together with staff - to review, internalize, celebrate, connect etc - $285
The above listing and prices are only to give you an idea of what to expect. Dates, trips and prices will vary from year to year depending on a number of different factors.
1. Several trips at the beginning of the year for Talmidim to form a group - $100
2. Trip after Yom Kippur - Yeshiva provides Talmidim with safe trip options - $50
3. 3-day trip after Succos - Yeshiva provides Talmidim with safe trips during the bein hazmanim - $275
4. Afternoon trip first half of winter zman - $75 – to recharge and refresh
5. 3-day trip after Chanukah - $300 – to recharge and refresh
6. The last leap year, we had a Ski trip at the end of the longer Winter Zman, to give and added push and energy.
7. Two years ago we ran an exciting Shabbos learning program during the Winter Zman that culminated with a trip to Mezibuz, Ukraine – Talmidim’s subsidized cost for the trip was $500.
8. Lag Beomer to Meron - $30
9. Summer zman trip - to recharge and give a push for end of year shteiging - $50
10. A "Shiur Shabbos" with Rebbeim and families - to strengthen connection between Talmidim and with their Rebbeim - $125
11. The Yeshiva may have an end of year grand "Yeshiva Shabbos" – 3-day trip including Shabbos together with staff - to review, internalize, celebrate, connect etc - $285
The above listing and prices are only to give you an idea of what to expect. Dates, trips and prices will vary from year to year depending on a number of different factors.
14) How should I order my son's seforim? Is there a way to get them through the Yeshiva or is it better for him to bring them from home?
We usually suggest the Bochurim buy seforim in Eretz Yisroel so that he purchases the right one and saves on space and weight when coming to Yeshiva. There are several seforim your son can order in advance and we will provide a link when we get closer to the start of the Zman.
The Yeshiva arranges the purchase of a full set of Mishna Brurah at a discounted price. There will be signs posted throughout the Yeshiva at the beginning of the Zman explaining to your son how he can order these seforim.
There are many seforim stores in the area of Yeshiva where your son can purchase the other seforim that he needs.
The Yeshiva arranges the purchase of a full set of Mishna Brurah at a discounted price. There will be signs posted throughout the Yeshiva at the beginning of the Zman explaining to your son how he can order these seforim.
There are many seforim stores in the area of Yeshiva where your son can purchase the other seforim that he needs.
15) How do I order a birthday cake for my son?
Please see below contact info for cake businesses that may be able to deliver to Yeshiva:
Chani's Delectables:
515-725-9637
www.chanisdelectables.com
Sweet Cakes:
347-761-3800
koshersweetcakes@yahoo.com
One Smart Cookie:
718-576-1430
www.onesmartcookieisrael.com
Let us know if your satisfied with their service so we can update our listing.
Chani's Delectables:
515-725-9637
www.chanisdelectables.com
Sweet Cakes:
347-761-3800
koshersweetcakes@yahoo.com
One Smart Cookie:
718-576-1430
www.onesmartcookieisrael.com
Let us know if your satisfied with their service so we can update our listing.
16) How can I send a package to my son?
The best options are the US postal service or UPS. Packages should be titled - Yeshivas Toras Chaim, C/O name of recipient.
A contact number of Rav Zev Feigenbaum 054-840-6267 should also be put onto it.
The full address of the Yeshiva is:
7 Harikma St.
Romema, Jerusalem 9446807
Israel
A contact number of Rav Zev Feigenbaum 054-840-6267 should also be put onto it.
The full address of the Yeshiva is:
7 Harikma St.
Romema, Jerusalem 9446807
Israel
17) What are my son's college credit options?
Your son has essentially two options for college credits: regular Yeshiva credits or Maalot credits. Click here for more details.
18) How do I apply for FAFSA?
Only Talmidim enrolled in either the Touro or Skokie overseas programs can apply for financial aid via the FAFSA application as if in attendance at an American college. Overseas programs are looking for students that will complete their undergraduate degree at their college and will not accept students that do not intend to complete their degrees at the university. These programs are for one year only. The Yeshivas policy is that only Talmidim in their third year Beis Medrash or above may apply for these programs. This is because Touro and Skokie require Talmidim to take an in-class college course the Fall semester after their year in the oversees program. Note: it can take time to find out if you are approved, so take care of this ASAP. Contact the Office of Financial Aid at the college to which you are applying for deadline information.
19) Can we receive a 1098T for tax purposes? Can we use funds from a 529 savings plan?
RE 1098T:
Only American Universities can do this. The Yeshiva, as an Israeli educational institution, will not qualify. We do not exist as an educational institution in the United States. The Maalot program, though US accredited, is based in E"Y and therefore will NOT enable you to get a 1098T form.
Talmidim in third year Beis Medrash or above may enroll for one year in Touro or Skokie overseas programs. They are then officially enrolled in an American University and will be able to get a 1098. Confirm with those programs directly. Note: these overseas programs are looking for students that will complete their undergraduate degree at their college and will not accept students that do not intend to complete their degrees at the university.
RE 529:
The Yeshiva, as an Israeli educational institution, will not qualify. We do not exist as an educational institution in the United States.
However, we've been told that if your son enrolls in our Maalot college credit program he may qualify. The cost for the Maalot program is $1,400 per year.
We'd then write a letter saying your son is enrolled at Yeshiva Toras Chaim, a branch of the Maalot Educational Network accredited by the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS), and is earning college credits towards a degree at Excelsior College accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
You may want to first ask your fund administrator because it is open to interpretation if this qualifies.
If you do pursue this then please let us know what your fund administrator tells you.
Only American Universities can do this. The Yeshiva, as an Israeli educational institution, will not qualify. We do not exist as an educational institution in the United States. The Maalot program, though US accredited, is based in E"Y and therefore will NOT enable you to get a 1098T form.
Talmidim in third year Beis Medrash or above may enroll for one year in Touro or Skokie overseas programs. They are then officially enrolled in an American University and will be able to get a 1098. Confirm with those programs directly. Note: these overseas programs are looking for students that will complete their undergraduate degree at their college and will not accept students that do not intend to complete their degrees at the university.
RE 529:
The Yeshiva, as an Israeli educational institution, will not qualify. We do not exist as an educational institution in the United States.
However, we've been told that if your son enrolls in our Maalot college credit program he may qualify. The cost for the Maalot program is $1,400 per year.
We'd then write a letter saying your son is enrolled at Yeshiva Toras Chaim, a branch of the Maalot Educational Network accredited by the National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS), and is earning college credits towards a degree at Excelsior College accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
You may want to first ask your fund administrator because it is open to interpretation if this qualifies.
If you do pursue this then please let us know what your fund administrator tells you.
20) Why doesn't the Yeshiva qualify for Masa scholarships? Are their any other scholarships you can recommend?
Unfortunately, we do not qualify for the Masa program. Their requirements do not fit with the Yeshivas outlook and hashkafa.
You may want to try local shuls. They sometimes have a Rabbi's discretionary fund.
Try asking your son's 12th grade Rebbi, they are sometimes aware of local scholarships.
Click here for more ideas.
You may want to try local shuls. They sometimes have a Rabbi's discretionary fund.
Try asking your son's 12th grade Rebbi, they are sometimes aware of local scholarships.
Click here for more ideas.
21) What is an Excelsior Degree?
Click heredrive.google.com/drive/folders/1yWS2knuBqbL0V-lUXGQLw9tpZo9YAaVK for more information about college credit and degree options.
22) After completing the Maalot and TRIO Academy (formerly YeshDegree) credits, how do I apply to Excelsior College?
1) Apply to excelsior at https://www.excelsior.edu/
2) Select Bachelors for degree level
Select Liberal Arts for Academic Interest
Select Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts for degree you would like to earn
3) Transcript Information
This is the List all of the institutions who will be submitting transcripts
on your behalf. IMPORTANT! Only list the below if you actually have credits from them otherwise it will hold up your transcript review process.
a) Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies
456 Viola Road
Spring Valley, N.Y. 10977
b) Tor Academy
456 Viola Road
Spring Valley, N.Y. 10977
c) Maalot Educational Network
111 John Street
New York, NY 10038
d) and list any other places you have NCCRS accredited credits from (did you earn credits at another Yeshiva or College program?)
4) After you have finished the application be in touch with Rabbi Berlin at YeshDegree yeshdegree@gmail.com and request he send your transcript to Excelsior.
Contact Mrs. Baran at cbaran@nevey.org at Maalot to request a transcript request form. First follow their link and instructions to review your unoffical transcript. If all is well, complete the form, send it back to her, make the $15 payment, she will then send your Maalot transcript to Excelsior.
Contact any other accredited programs you have NCCRS accredited credits, and ask them to send your transcript to Excelsior.
Follow up with these places to get confirmation that it was sent.
Follow up with Excelsior to make sure they received it and reviewed it.
2) Select Bachelors for degree level
Select Liberal Arts for Academic Interest
Select Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts for degree you would like to earn
3) Transcript Information
This is the List all of the institutions who will be submitting transcripts
on your behalf. IMPORTANT! Only list the below if you actually have credits from them otherwise it will hold up your transcript review process.
a) Rechtschaffen Institute of Judaic Studies
456 Viola Road
Spring Valley, N.Y. 10977
b) Tor Academy
456 Viola Road
Spring Valley, N.Y. 10977
c) Maalot Educational Network
111 John Street
New York, NY 10038
d) and list any other places you have NCCRS accredited credits from (did you earn credits at another Yeshiva or College program?)
4) After you have finished the application be in touch with Rabbi Berlin at YeshDegree yeshdegree@gmail.com and request he send your transcript to Excelsior.
Contact Mrs. Baran at cbaran@nevey.org at Maalot to request a transcript request form. First follow their link and instructions to review your unoffical transcript. If all is well, complete the form, send it back to her, make the $15 payment, she will then send your Maalot transcript to Excelsior.
Contact any other accredited programs you have NCCRS accredited credits, and ask them to send your transcript to Excelsior.
Follow up with these places to get confirmation that it was sent.
Follow up with Excelsior to make sure they received it and reviewed it.
23) How do I request a transcript from Maalot? How do I request a transcript from TRIO Academy (formerly YeshDegree)? How do I request a transcript from Yeshiva Toras Chaim?
Note: transcripts will only be issued if your tuition balance is paid up.
For Yeshiva Toras Chaim transcripts for "Yeshiva credits" only (not Maalot or YeshDegree):
E-mail office@ytchaim.com, request a transcript and let us know the exact e-mail and/or mailing address.
For Maalot transcripts:
Contact Mrs Baran at cbaran@nevey.org to request a transcript request form. Fill it out and send it back to her.
Contact Mrs. Stein at bstein@nevey.org if you would simply like to view your grades.
For YeshDegree or TRIO Transcripts:
E-mail Rabbi Berlin at yeshdegree@gmail.com
For Yeshiva Toras Chaim transcripts for "Yeshiva credits" only (not Maalot or YeshDegree):
E-mail office@ytchaim.com, request a transcript and let us know the exact e-mail and/or mailing address.
For Maalot transcripts:
Contact Mrs Baran at cbaran@nevey.org to request a transcript request form. Fill it out and send it back to her.
Contact Mrs. Stein at bstein@nevey.org if you would simply like to view your grades.
For YeshDegree or TRIO Transcripts:
E-mail Rabbi Berlin at yeshdegree@gmail.com
24) May I come and see Yeshiva Toras Chaim?
Yes. Please e-mail us in advance and we will suggest the best time.
25) May I come visit my son in Yeshiva?
Yeshiva Toras Chaim welcomes parents and we love meeting you and sharing nachas. Fathers are more than welcome to come learn with their sons in the Beis Medrash (subject to the current guidelines of the Ministry of Health). However, please remember that it can be disruptive to your son's growth if you take him out of Yeshiva. Therefore, if you come to visit, please make sure to limit the amount of time you take your son out and try to arrange to do so during the lunch break. Rebbeim are generally available between 1:30 and 2:30 P.M.
26) What is the Yeshiva's exact address?
7 Harikma St.
Romema, Jerusalem 9446807
Israel
Click here to see us on google maps (5 years ago, before the Yeshiva was built!)
Romema, Jerusalem 9446807
Israel
Click here to see us on google maps (5 years ago, before the Yeshiva was built!)
27) How can I purchase vitamins for my son?
Best Teva sells vitamins with hechsheirim. They deliver free of charge to the Yeshiva and accept credit cards.
Contact them by phone or email:
Contact them by phone or email:
- Phone: 058-323-3656
- Email: Best33656@gmail.com
- Vitamin C 3000
- Vitamin D 4000
- Zinc: 25-30 mg
28) How do I set up an appointment with an AIM doctor?
1) Talmid calls AIM office 02-653-7111 2.
2) Office staff takes basic information and gives the Talmid a time slot during which the physician will call back for a telemedicine conference
3) Doctor and Talmid have telemedicine session
4) Decision is made if the student needs an office appointment or if it can be diagnosed over the phone.
AIM encourages Talmidim to call early in the day. Any call after 12:00 PM may be given an appointment for the following day. Friday appointments end at 11:30 AM therefore you'll want to call as early as you can on Fridays.
The doctor often visits the Yeshiva once a week, on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. No appointment is needed.
2) Office staff takes basic information and gives the Talmid a time slot during which the physician will call back for a telemedicine conference
3) Doctor and Talmid have telemedicine session
4) Decision is made if the student needs an office appointment or if it can be diagnosed over the phone.
AIM encourages Talmidim to call early in the day. Any call after 12:00 PM may be given an appointment for the following day. Friday appointments end at 11:30 AM therefore you'll want to call as early as you can on Fridays.
The doctor often visits the Yeshiva once a week, on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. No appointment is needed.
29) How will I get my prescription and prescribed medication?
If AIM prescribes medication, the prescription can e-mailed directly to Uziel or Palmach pharmacy in Yerushalayim (they do delivery for a cost to the Talmid) or it can be emailed or to the Talmid or Yeshiva office.
The Talmid should let the doctor know during the phone conference how they would prefer the prescription to be sent.
Note, the pharmacy guarantees delivery the same day, only if the prescription is received before 1:00 PM
Controlled medication prescriptions will need to be picked up at the AIM office. This does not require an appointment, but the Talmid must contact the AIM office to let them know they need a refill.
AIM will contact them when the prescription is available to be picked up.
The Talmid should let the doctor know during the phone conference how they would prefer the prescription to be sent.
Note, the pharmacy guarantees delivery the same day, only if the prescription is received before 1:00 PM
Controlled medication prescriptions will need to be picked up at the AIM office. This does not require an appointment, but the Talmid must contact the AIM office to let them know they need a refill.
AIM will contact them when the prescription is available to be picked up.
30) Who may enter Israel?
Non-Israeli citizens who meet one of the following criteria are eligible to enter Israel as of November 1st:
With Israeli Documentation:
Talmidim who are recognized as one of the following by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and have documentation on file in MOH system associated with their current passport number:
1) Vaccinated - two doses with second dose within six months, or third dose
2) Recovered - positive PCR test was done within the last six months
3) Recovered and vaccinated - a least one vaccine (before or after recovery, regardless of time elapsed)
It is unclear whether a postive serology in Israel followed by one dose of the vaccine within six months will be accepted.
Positive serological results (antibodies) alone are not acceptable documentation to prove recovery.
Without Israeli Documentation:
Israel is now accepting documentation from outside of Israel as follows:
1) Vaccinated: You've been fully vaccinated with a vaccine recognized by the World Health Organization*, and 14 days have passed since your last vaccine, and you will leave Israel within 180 days of your last vaccine. Vaccination records need not be digital.
2) Recovered: You have a positive PCR/NAAT Covid test taken at least 11 days before travel and not more than 190 days before you leave Israel. However, these results must be digitally verifiable, such as in EU countries. Other results will not be accepted. This means that recovered patients from the United States, Canada, and other countries will not be granted entry if they are not fully vaccinated, with the last dose in the previous six months.
3) Recovered and Vaccinated: You have a digitally verifiable positive PCR/NAAT Covid test (and therefore will not be accepted from the United States or Canada) and at least one vaccination at any time. Vaccination records need not be digital.
Positive serological results (antibodies) are not acceptable documentation to prove recovery.
With Israeli Documentation:
Talmidim who are recognized as one of the following by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and have documentation on file in MOH system associated with their current passport number:
1) Vaccinated - two doses with second dose within six months, or third dose
2) Recovered - positive PCR test was done within the last six months
3) Recovered and vaccinated - a least one vaccine (before or after recovery, regardless of time elapsed)
It is unclear whether a postive serology in Israel followed by one dose of the vaccine within six months will be accepted.
Positive serological results (antibodies) alone are not acceptable documentation to prove recovery.
Without Israeli Documentation:
Israel is now accepting documentation from outside of Israel as follows:
1) Vaccinated: You've been fully vaccinated with a vaccine recognized by the World Health Organization*, and 14 days have passed since your last vaccine, and you will leave Israel within 180 days of your last vaccine. Vaccination records need not be digital.
2) Recovered: You have a positive PCR/NAAT Covid test taken at least 11 days before travel and not more than 190 days before you leave Israel. However, these results must be digitally verifiable, such as in EU countries. Other results will not be accepted. This means that recovered patients from the United States, Canada, and other countries will not be granted entry if they are not fully vaccinated, with the last dose in the previous six months.
3) Recovered and Vaccinated: You have a digitally verifiable positive PCR/NAAT Covid test (and therefore will not be accepted from the United States or Canada) and at least one vaccination at any time. Vaccination records need not be digital.
Positive serological results (antibodies) are not acceptable documentation to prove recovery.
31) What is the procedure for exiting Israel?
Talmidim that are fully vaccinated: within 72 hrs. test negative on PCR. Print and bring with you to the airport.
Talmidim who are not fully vaccinated: will be required to present the results of a Covid test taken no more than one calendar day before departing to the United States.
Talmidim who recovered from Covid, and therefore have not been vaccinated, or who have received only one vaccine shot: may be recognized as recovered by Israeli regulations. However, they are not considered fully vaccinated by the United States and will be required to present a test performed in the past day. You'll want to confirm that the test results will be ready in time for your flight (challenging if it's a Motzei Shabbos flight).
Talmidim who are not fully vaccinated: will be required to present the results of a Covid test taken no more than one calendar day before departing to the United States.
Talmidim who recovered from Covid, and therefore have not been vaccinated, or who have received only one vaccine shot: may be recognized as recovered by Israeli regulations. However, they are not considered fully vaccinated by the United States and will be required to present a test performed in the past day. You'll want to confirm that the test results will be ready in time for your flight (challenging if it's a Motzei Shabbos flight).
32) What is the procedure for entering Israel?
A student visa is not required, nor do you need the Yeshiva to apply for an entry permit. The process is as follows:
1) Within 72 hrs. of your flight, test negative on PCR test. Click here for new antigen policy.
2) All passengers entering Israel must fill out this Entry Statement within 48 hours of travel. The earlier, the better. If completed successfully, you will receive an email stating that you are permitted to board your flight, with an אישור עליה למטוס and a Tav Yarok (Green Pass).
Choose one of the following:
3) If you receive a rejection, it is likely that an answer was filled in incorrectly. If this happens, open the link again, and resubmit, while reading each question carefully.
4) All passengers should receive a Tav Yarok to their email. If you entered "Other," you will not receive a Tav Yarok. Instead, you will need to present the valid Tav Yarok which you obtained earlier.
5) You'll need to take a PCR test at Ben Gurion upon arrival; schedule this test in advance.
6) Bring to the airport:
Quarantine: According to the new rules, no foreigner can enter the country unless they are within six months of vaccination or within six months of testing positive for PCR. Therefore, there is only a brief quarantine until you get the negative PCR from Ben Gurion Airport or until 24 hours - whichever comes first.
1) Within 72 hrs. of your flight, test negative on PCR test. Click here for new antigen policy.
2) All passengers entering Israel must fill out this Entry Statement within 48 hours of travel. The earlier, the better. If completed successfully, you will receive an email stating that you are permitted to board your flight, with an אישור עליה למטוס and a Tav Yarok (Green Pass).
Choose one of the following:
- Vaccinated or Recovered in Israel (and your documentation is in the Ministry of Health's system associated with current passport number)
- Vaccinated or Recovered Abroad
- Other if you are traveling with a previously obtained Tav Yarok (it seems likely this should work).
3) If you receive a rejection, it is likely that an answer was filled in incorrectly. If this happens, open the link again, and resubmit, while reading each question carefully.
4) All passengers should receive a Tav Yarok to their email. If you entered "Other," you will not receive a Tav Yarok. Instead, you will need to present the valid Tav Yarok which you obtained earlier.
5) You'll need to take a PCR test at Ben Gurion upon arrival; schedule this test in advance.
6) Bring to the airport:
- A negative PCR Covid test taken within 72 hours of departure. Click here for new antigen test policy.
- Your אישור עליה למטוס.
- Your Tav Yarok.
- Israeli citizens or permanent residents must present their Israeli passport or teudat zehut.
- Passengers who are vaccinated or recovered abroad should have their vaccination record/digital recovery to show if asked.
Quarantine: According to the new rules, no foreigner can enter the country unless they are within six months of vaccination or within six months of testing positive for PCR. Therefore, there is only a brief quarantine until you get the negative PCR from Ben Gurion Airport or until 24 hours - whichever comes first.
33) What are the sanctions for violations?
1) Foreigners who contract Covid while in Israel will be compelled to quarantine in government Corona hotels at their own expense. The details of this rule are not yet known, and it is unclear if this will apply to visa holders or only tourists. Those who refuse to comply will be banned from entering Israel for five years.
2) Authorities will randomly check documentation for authenticity. Foreigners arriving in Israel who are found not to comply with entry criteria will be returned to their place of origin. Those who have presented fraudulent documentation will be banned from entering Israel for five years.
2) Authorities will randomly check documentation for authenticity. Foreigners arriving in Israel who are found not to comply with entry criteria will be returned to their place of origin. Those who have presented fraudulent documentation will be banned from entering Israel for five years.
34) How do I apply for a student visa?
This question comes in two flavors: 1) first-year Talmidim who never had a student visa 2) returning Talmidim whose visa expired or have a new passport and therefore need a new student visa.
The Yeshiva will apply for student visas for all new Talmidim and for returning Talmidim whose visas expired. This is done after Talmidim arrive and hand in their passports to the office. The procedure is usually completed sometime after Succos - before Chanukah.
Talmidim will need to bring their original birth certificate with them to Yeshiva (Israel changed its rules, photocopies are NOT enough!).
The Yeshiva will apply for student visas for all new Talmidim and for returning Talmidim whose visas expired. This is done after Talmidim arrive and hand in their passports to the office. The procedure is usually completed sometime after Succos - before Chanukah.
Talmidim will need to bring their original birth certificate with them to Yeshiva (Israel changed its rules, photocopies are NOT enough!).
35) I am under 18 years of age, how do I apply for a student visa?
Your son will apply for his student visa in Israel after turning 18. He will need to bring to Yeshiva his original birth certificate. After the application is complete, we will put it in the Yeshiva safe for safekeeping. If you do not have his original birth certificate, you’ll want to get the equivalent before he arrives in Israel.
37) How do I apply for a Green Pass?
1) Why do I need a Green Pass?
A Green Pass is officially required by shuls with more than 50 people, restaurants, hotels, and other indoor locations. They may become necessary for Yeshiva trips later in the year. Additionally, any Talmid that is no longer eligible under the new rules for a Green Pass and is exposed to someone with COVID19 would now be required to go through a 14-day quarantine, which can be shortened to 7 days with a negative PCR initially and again on day 7.
2) Who is eligible for a Green Pass?
3) How do I apply for a Green Pass?
Try downloading the new Green Pass here.
Enter the Talmid's birthdate using the Israeli notation of Day, Month, Year. Enter the Talmids Israeli cell#. The Talmid will need to have his cell phone available to accept the code (automated phone call, a computerized voice in Hebrew, speaks quickly, you can listen to it several times).
4) When applying for a Green Pass on the Green Pass website, I get an "Ooops.. something went wrong with your identification" message. How do I resolve this?
First, ensure you've entered the correct information, including the birthdate using Israeli notation of Day, Month, Year, and current Israeli cell phone number.
If all was entered correctly then the error usually means one of the details (name, passport#, birthdate, phone number) are listed incorrectly by the Ministry of Health.
This can be corrected by calling the Ministry of Health on *5400 and reviewing all the relevant details (name, passport#, birthdate, phone number). Parents can try contacting 972-8-624-1010. Be prepared for a long wait, averaging 45 minutes. Many were successful with perseverance and patience.
5) I don't remember which phone number I initially used in communication with the Ministry of Health. Which phone number should I use when applying for the Green Pass?
There is no way to find out which phone number they have on file. And besides, the only phone number that will work at this time is an Israeli phone number that the Talmid currently has in his possession. He'll need to have it with him and accept the call with the code when applying for the Green Pass.
If you get the "Oops...something went wrong" message, then see our instructions above. Otherwise, you should not experience trouble.
6) When applying for a Green Pass, I understand a confirmation code is sent to Talmid's Israeli cell phone, but his phone does not have texting; how will he receive the code?
Many Israelis do not have texting. The code is also sent as an automated phone call. The Talmid will need to have his cell phone available to answer and write down the code (computerized voice in Hebrew, speaks quickly, you can listen to it several times).
7) I already have a Green Pass; do I need a new one?
Green Pass, vaccination, and recovery certificates issued before October 3rd, 2021, are void, and the embedded QR code is deactivated. You'll need to apply for a new Green Pass in line with current guidelines.
8) Who needs to vaccinate?
If your vaccine or PCR test was before 6-months, you will need to vaccinate to receive a Green Pass. Many Talmidim will therefore require a third dose of the vaccine. We are aware that the 3rd dose/ booster shot is not yet approved in all countries; however, these are the guidelines in Israel. Talmidim should not get a vaccination if they were vaccinated within the past five months.
9) My new Green Pass has an expiration date of December 2021. How do I request an extension?
You'll need a booster shot to extend it to March 2022. That's the most extended expiration date they are willing to give at this time. We don't know what they will say after March 2022 (we guess they will continue to extend the expiration date past March 2022, unless they see booster shots immunity wanes and come up with a 4th dose requirement).
10) I received a new Green Pass and was surprised to find its expiration date later than six months from when I received my second vaccine dose or later than six months from when I recovered from Covid. Will the Green Pass be honored by Israel, or will they prefer the 6-month rule and not recognize my Green Pass past the 6-months?
They'll honor it to gain entry to public spaces. But it will not suffice for entry into Israel.
11) It's been more than six months since I've had Covid or vaccinated. I'm considering taking the booster shot now, but I wonder how long the booster shot will grant me a Green Pass for? When will it expire? Should I wait to take it until closer to the Pesach Bein Hazmanim?
We don't know. There is no talk of a second booster shot yet, and there is no clear ruling on how long the booster shot will last. (We assume Israel needs to collect data before making this decision and therefore are conservative when the grant Green Passes until March 2022 latest.)
12) How many days after receiving my booster shot am I eligible for a new Green Pass?
On the 8th day after Pfizer on the 15th day after Moderna and other vaccinations.
A Green Pass is officially required by shuls with more than 50 people, restaurants, hotels, and other indoor locations. They may become necessary for Yeshiva trips later in the year. Additionally, any Talmid that is no longer eligible under the new rules for a Green Pass and is exposed to someone with COVID19 would now be required to go through a 14-day quarantine, which can be shortened to 7 days with a negative PCR initially and again on day 7.
2) Who is eligible for a Green Pass?
- Those vaccinated - three doses or two doses and no more than six months from the second dose. We are told Israel will recognize vaccines done out of Israel and need not be digital.
- Those recovered within six months from a positive PCR test. Israel will only recognize the PCR test if it was done in Israel (and the Ministry of Health has it on file associated with your current passport number) or if done outside of Israel and digitally verifiable.
- Those recovered (even earlier than six months) and vaccinated (at any time) - the positive PCR test must have been done in Israel or digitally verifiable (and therefore will not be accepted from the United States or Canada). Vaccination records need not be digital.
- It could be that a positive antibody test done in Israel followed by one dose of a vaccine in Israel within the last 6-months also qualifies; we're not sure.
- Israel will not recognize antibody tests done outside of Israel.
3) How do I apply for a Green Pass?
Try downloading the new Green Pass here.
Enter the Talmid's birthdate using the Israeli notation of Day, Month, Year. Enter the Talmids Israeli cell#. The Talmid will need to have his cell phone available to accept the code (automated phone call, a computerized voice in Hebrew, speaks quickly, you can listen to it several times).
4) When applying for a Green Pass on the Green Pass website, I get an "Ooops.. something went wrong with your identification" message. How do I resolve this?
First, ensure you've entered the correct information, including the birthdate using Israeli notation of Day, Month, Year, and current Israeli cell phone number.
If all was entered correctly then the error usually means one of the details (name, passport#, birthdate, phone number) are listed incorrectly by the Ministry of Health.
This can be corrected by calling the Ministry of Health on *5400 and reviewing all the relevant details (name, passport#, birthdate, phone number). Parents can try contacting 972-8-624-1010. Be prepared for a long wait, averaging 45 minutes. Many were successful with perseverance and patience.
5) I don't remember which phone number I initially used in communication with the Ministry of Health. Which phone number should I use when applying for the Green Pass?
There is no way to find out which phone number they have on file. And besides, the only phone number that will work at this time is an Israeli phone number that the Talmid currently has in his possession. He'll need to have it with him and accept the call with the code when applying for the Green Pass.
If you get the "Oops...something went wrong" message, then see our instructions above. Otherwise, you should not experience trouble.
6) When applying for a Green Pass, I understand a confirmation code is sent to Talmid's Israeli cell phone, but his phone does not have texting; how will he receive the code?
Many Israelis do not have texting. The code is also sent as an automated phone call. The Talmid will need to have his cell phone available to answer and write down the code (computerized voice in Hebrew, speaks quickly, you can listen to it several times).
7) I already have a Green Pass; do I need a new one?
Green Pass, vaccination, and recovery certificates issued before October 3rd, 2021, are void, and the embedded QR code is deactivated. You'll need to apply for a new Green Pass in line with current guidelines.
8) Who needs to vaccinate?
If your vaccine or PCR test was before 6-months, you will need to vaccinate to receive a Green Pass. Many Talmidim will therefore require a third dose of the vaccine. We are aware that the 3rd dose/ booster shot is not yet approved in all countries; however, these are the guidelines in Israel. Talmidim should not get a vaccination if they were vaccinated within the past five months.
9) My new Green Pass has an expiration date of December 2021. How do I request an extension?
You'll need a booster shot to extend it to March 2022. That's the most extended expiration date they are willing to give at this time. We don't know what they will say after March 2022 (we guess they will continue to extend the expiration date past March 2022, unless they see booster shots immunity wanes and come up with a 4th dose requirement).
10) I received a new Green Pass and was surprised to find its expiration date later than six months from when I received my second vaccine dose or later than six months from when I recovered from Covid. Will the Green Pass be honored by Israel, or will they prefer the 6-month rule and not recognize my Green Pass past the 6-months?
They'll honor it to gain entry to public spaces. But it will not suffice for entry into Israel.
11) It's been more than six months since I've had Covid or vaccinated. I'm considering taking the booster shot now, but I wonder how long the booster shot will grant me a Green Pass for? When will it expire? Should I wait to take it until closer to the Pesach Bein Hazmanim?
We don't know. There is no talk of a second booster shot yet, and there is no clear ruling on how long the booster shot will last. (We assume Israel needs to collect data before making this decision and therefore are conservative when the grant Green Passes until March 2022 latest.)
12) How many days after receiving my booster shot am I eligible for a new Green Pass?
On the 8th day after Pfizer on the 15th day after Moderna and other vaccinations.
