Updated AUgust 1st, 2026
Table of Contents
1) Zman Dates and Tickets
Please review the Yeshiva Zman dates carefully before purchasing tickets.
Elul Zman will begin IY”H on Tuesday, 5 Elul / August 18, 2026. There will be regular seder on Tuesday morning, and therefore talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Monday evening, August 17, 2026.
Additional Zman dates can be found here.
All talmidim are expected to arrive on time and remain through the end of each Zman. Given the current challenges in booking flights, it is especially important to make travel arrangements early. Thank you for your cooperation.
2) Cell Phones
As explained in the General Information document, the Yeshiva does not allow smartphones or any device with internet connectivity or video capability.
Talmidim are required to use an approved Fig or Megalife phone. There may be discounted purchasing options available, but these discounts are limited and may sell out. We therefore recommend taking care of this early.
Please click here for our cell phone policy and ordering information.
3) General Information and FAQ
If you have not yet done so, please review the General Information document, which includes important details about Shabbos policy, electric bike policy, laundry service, sample trip schedule, tuition refund policy, visiting parents, rules and regulations, and more, as well as our FAQ page, which answers the top 30 questions commonly asked by parents.
4) Student Visa Documentation
The Israeli government requires a student visa for anyone intending to remain in the country for over three months. The Yeshiva will apply for student visas for all new Talmidim after they arrive in Elul.
To apply for your son's student visa, we will need the following:
5) Israeli Health Insurance
All talmidim must have Israeli health insurance.
Based on our experience and AIM’s reputation among Yeshivos and seminaries, we recommend using AIM. For more information and online registration, click here to access their forms, or visit their website at www.aim.co.il.
Forms, payments, and any questions should be submitted directly to AIM at [email protected]. AIM offers a discount for registrations completed before August 1st.
You may choose to use a different Israeli health insurance plan, provided that your son understands the procedures and can communicate in Hebrew with doctors and office staff.
If you choose a different Israeli health insurance company, please send us the plan details, policy number, and expiration date.
6) Gym Use Clearance Form
We require all Talmidim to have clearance from a medical professional before using our gym facilities.
The Fitness Authorization form can be downloaded here. Please ensure that this form is completed by your son's doctor.
Documentation Submission Form
Once you have gathered all the necessary documentation, please proceed to upload them via our Documentation Submission form here:
7) ETA-IL Application
All visitors to Israel are required to obtain an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before departure.
Please make sure to apply in advance and bring a printed copy with you to the airport when traveling.
You can click here to apply and here for step-by-step instructions to complete the application.
8) Blankets, Pillows, and Linen
To make your travel to the Yeshiva more convenient, you may want to consider ordering blankets, pillows, and linen in advance. This will help lighten your luggage load. You can place your order through the following link https://blanketexpressplus.com.
9) College Credits Options
Yeshiva Toras Chaim is not accredited. However, like any yeshiva, we can provide a transcript listing credits for learning completed at the Yeshiva.
These credits may be transferred to colleges that accept non-accredited yeshiva credits, subject to each institution’s requirements and limitations. Institutions such as Touro, FDU (Fairleigh Dickinson University), and various BTL programs recognize non-accredited yeshiva credits.
We also offer additional college credit options that can be used toward a range of online degree programs. Click here for more details. Please note that this information is subject to change and is updated periodically.
Table of Contents
- Zman Dates
- Cellphone Policy and Options
- General Information Document and FAQs
- Student Visas
- Health Insurance
- Gym Use Clearance
- Israel’s ETA System for Travelers
- Blankets, Pillows, and Linen
- College Credits Options
- Information for you son's arrival
1) Zman Dates and Tickets
Please review the Yeshiva Zman dates carefully before purchasing tickets.
Elul Zman will begin IY”H on Tuesday, 5 Elul / August 18, 2026. There will be regular seder on Tuesday morning, and therefore talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Monday evening, August 17, 2026.
Additional Zman dates can be found here.
All talmidim are expected to arrive on time and remain through the end of each Zman. Given the current challenges in booking flights, it is especially important to make travel arrangements early. Thank you for your cooperation.
2) Cell Phones
As explained in the General Information document, the Yeshiva does not allow smartphones or any device with internet connectivity or video capability.
Talmidim are required to use an approved Fig or Megalife phone. There may be discounted purchasing options available, but these discounts are limited and may sell out. We therefore recommend taking care of this early.
Please click here for our cell phone policy and ordering information.
3) General Information and FAQ
If you have not yet done so, please review the General Information document, which includes important details about Shabbos policy, electric bike policy, laundry service, sample trip schedule, tuition refund policy, visiting parents, rules and regulations, and more, as well as our FAQ page, which answers the top 30 questions commonly asked by parents.
4) Student Visa Documentation
The Israeli government requires a student visa for anyone intending to remain in the country for over three months. The Yeshiva will apply for student visas for all new Talmidim after they arrive in Elul.
To apply for your son's student visa, we will need the following:
- A clear, colored picture or scan of your son's passport.
- A high-quality, colored scan of your son's birth certificate. Note: Pictures of birth certificates are not acceptable; it must be a high-quality scan.
- If your son is under 18, he will apply for his student visa in Israel after turning 18. If he turns 18 before we apply for the Talmidim as a group, the process will be the same as for everyone else. If he turns 18 after the group application, we will provide guidance on the application process.
- If one or both of a Talmid’s parents are Israeli citizens, then according to Israeli law, he is considered an Israeli citizen. Additionally, if the Talmid or his parents were born in Israel, he may also be considered an Israeli citizen. IMPORTANT! Please let us know ASAP if you think this may apply to you. We’ll guide you through the process to the best of our ability.
5) Israeli Health Insurance
All talmidim must have Israeli health insurance.
Based on our experience and AIM’s reputation among Yeshivos and seminaries, we recommend using AIM. For more information and online registration, click here to access their forms, or visit their website at www.aim.co.il.
Forms, payments, and any questions should be submitted directly to AIM at [email protected]. AIM offers a discount for registrations completed before August 1st.
You may choose to use a different Israeli health insurance plan, provided that your son understands the procedures and can communicate in Hebrew with doctors and office staff.
If you choose a different Israeli health insurance company, please send us the plan details, policy number, and expiration date.
6) Gym Use Clearance Form
We require all Talmidim to have clearance from a medical professional before using our gym facilities.
The Fitness Authorization form can be downloaded here. Please ensure that this form is completed by your son's doctor.
Documentation Submission Form
Once you have gathered all the necessary documentation, please proceed to upload them via our Documentation Submission form here:
- A clear color picture or scan of your son's passport
- A high-quality clear color scan of your son's birth certificate
- Confirmation of your son's Israeli health insurance details
- Completed Fitness Authorization form
7) ETA-IL Application
All visitors to Israel are required to obtain an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before departure.
Please make sure to apply in advance and bring a printed copy with you to the airport when traveling.
You can click here to apply and here for step-by-step instructions to complete the application.
8) Blankets, Pillows, and Linen
To make your travel to the Yeshiva more convenient, you may want to consider ordering blankets, pillows, and linen in advance. This will help lighten your luggage load. You can place your order through the following link https://blanketexpressplus.com.
9) College Credits Options
Yeshiva Toras Chaim is not accredited. However, like any yeshiva, we can provide a transcript listing credits for learning completed at the Yeshiva.
These credits may be transferred to colleges that accept non-accredited yeshiva credits, subject to each institution’s requirements and limitations. Institutions such as Touro, FDU (Fairleigh Dickinson University), and various BTL programs recognize non-accredited yeshiva credits.
We also offer additional college credit options that can be used toward a range of online degree programs. Click here for more details. Please note that this information is subject to change and is updated periodically.
10) Information for Your Son's Arrival
1) What is the Yeshiva's address?
The Yeshiva is located at 7 Harikma Street, Romema, Yerushalayim, about a two-minute walk from Center One. Click here to find us on Google Maps (please disregard the photos; they are from thirteen years ago!).
2) Who can I call in case of an emergency upon arrival?
In case of an emergency, please contact Reb Avrumi Cohn, our Av Bayis, at 972-54-841-1030 (054-841-1030 in Israel).
3) How will my son know which dorm room to go to? Where can he find the bedding ordered from Blanket Express? Where should he store his luggage?
Signs will be posted in Yeshiva with all relevant arrival information, including dorm room assignments, bedding pickup, and luggage storage.
4) Does my son need a student visa to enter Israel?
A student visa is not required for new Talmidim in order to enter Israel. However all visitors must obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) before boarding their flight to Israel.
Student visas are still required for anyone staying in Israel for longer than three months. New Talmidim should therefore enter Israel with an ETA-IL, and we'll apply for their student visas after they arrive in Israel.
5) Student Visa Entry Note
Unlike many countries that require student visas to be issued before arrival, Israel allows and prefers Yeshivos to apply for student visas after students arrive. The Yeshiva handles this process in bulk online.
Major airlines like El Al are familiar with this policy, but occasionally, smaller airlines or uninformed gate agents may question entry without a visa.
To avoid issues:
This issue is extremely rare—but being prepared can help avoid stress.
6) Facial Recognition System – Registration
We have a facial recognition system at the Yeshiva entrance. For new Talmidim, this can cause a delay until their photo is uploaded.
You can now submit photos in advance so they are added at the start of the Zman. This makes things much smoother when your son arrives - he should be able to walk right in.
Photo requirements:
Send to: [email protected]
Important: In the subject line, write only your son's name, Last Name, First Name, and nothing else.
1) What is the Yeshiva's address?
The Yeshiva is located at 7 Harikma Street, Romema, Yerushalayim, about a two-minute walk from Center One. Click here to find us on Google Maps (please disregard the photos; they are from thirteen years ago!).
2) Who can I call in case of an emergency upon arrival?
In case of an emergency, please contact Reb Avrumi Cohn, our Av Bayis, at 972-54-841-1030 (054-841-1030 in Israel).
3) How will my son know which dorm room to go to? Where can he find the bedding ordered from Blanket Express? Where should he store his luggage?
Signs will be posted in Yeshiva with all relevant arrival information, including dorm room assignments, bedding pickup, and luggage storage.
4) Does my son need a student visa to enter Israel?
A student visa is not required for new Talmidim in order to enter Israel. However all visitors must obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) before boarding their flight to Israel.
Student visas are still required for anyone staying in Israel for longer than three months. New Talmidim should therefore enter Israel with an ETA-IL, and we'll apply for their student visas after they arrive in Israel.
5) Student Visa Entry Note
Unlike many countries that require student visas to be issued before arrival, Israel allows and prefers Yeshivos to apply for student visas after students arrive. The Yeshiva handles this process in bulk online.
Major airlines like El Al are familiar with this policy, but occasionally, smaller airlines or uninformed gate agents may question entry without a visa.
To avoid issues:
- Use major airlines when possible
- Carry your Yeshiva acceptance letter and print our visa procedure letter here
- Arrive early in case of check-in delays
- If questioned, explain this is standard for Yeshiva students and ask for a supervisor
This issue is extremely rare—but being prepared can help avoid stress.
6) Facial Recognition System – Registration
We have a facial recognition system at the Yeshiva entrance. For new Talmidim, this can cause a delay until their photo is uploaded.
You can now submit photos in advance so they are added at the start of the Zman. This makes things much smoother when your son arrives - he should be able to walk right in.
Photo requirements:
- Current, clear, front-facing headshot
- Sharp focus
Send to: [email protected]
Important: In the subject line, write only your son's name, Last Name, First Name, and nothing else.