Updated July 22nd, 2026
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Returning Talmidim must renew their Israeli health plan for the coming year. It does not automatically roll over.
Click here to access AIM's forms or visit their website at www.aim.co.il. Submit forms, payments, and any questions directly to AIM at [email protected].
To receive the early bird discount, please make sure to register before August 1, 2026.
You can consider using a different Israeli health insurance plan, provided your son is aware of the procedures and can communicate in Hebrew with their doctors and secretarial staff. If you choose another Israeli health insurance company, please provide us with the plan details, policy number, and expiration date.
Gym Use Clearance
As per the guidelines set by the Ministry of Health, we require all talmidim to have clearance from a medical professional before using our gym facilities.
If your son has AIM health insurance, he would have submitted the AIM medical form signed by a doctor (stating there are no restrictions on physical activities) and will, therefore, not be required to send us the signed fitness authorization form.
However, if your son has signed up with a different health insurance provider, please download the Fitness Authorization form here and ensure that this form is completed by your son's doctor and then email it to us.
ETA Requirement and Student Visa Information
If your son does not have a valid student visa or has recently received a new passport, please ensure he obtains an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before returning to Israel. Print the ETA confirmation and bring it to the airport.
Although students with valid visas are officially exempt, some airlines may be unaware of this exemption and might deny boarding without an ETA. Therefore, to avoid issues, students with valid visas should also obtain an ETA. Print both the ETA and visa documents, and bring them to the airport.
Click here to apply and here for detailed instructions on completing the ETA application.
Student Visa Reapplication
If your son needs to apply for a student visa, please email us a clear color copy of his passport. If he holds dual citizenship, please send the passport he will use to travel to Israel.
There are three situations in which this applies:
Cellphone and Technology Policy
The Yeshiva does not allow smartphones or any device with internet connectivity or video capability. Our goal remains steadfast: to create an environment that promotes growth in תורה and עבודת ה׳. 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 full cell phone policy and ordering information.
Any talmid found in possession of a non-approved phone or any internet-capable or video-enabled device will be required to return home immediately for an indefinite period of time. Parents will be responsible for arranging and covering the cost of travel. The Hanhala will determine if and when the talmid may return, and under what conditions. If a Talmid brings a second, unauthorized phone to Yeshiva, it must be given to the Av Bayis upon arrival for safekeeping.
Zman Dates
Please ensure that you have a valid passport and purchase tickets according to the dates listed below.
Talmidim are expected to arrive at the beginning of each zman and remain in Yeshiva until the very end. We understand the current challenges in booking flights, which is why it is all the more important to secure your son's tickets immediately. Thank you for your cooperation.
Elul Zman
Elul Zman will begin IY”H on Tuesday, 5 Elul / August 18, 2026. There is regular seder Tuesday morning, and therefore, talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Monday evening, August 17, 2026. The dormitory will open on Sunday.
Elul Zman concludes Motzei Yom Kippur, 5787 / September 21, 2026.
Winter Zman
Winter Zman will begin IY"H on Monday, 1 Cheshvan / October 12, 2026. There will be regular seder on Monday.
The zman will conclude on Tuesday, 21 Adar / March 30, 2027. Yeshiva will remain open until Thursday. We must insist that talmidim not leave before Tuesday, March 30, in order for the zman to remain strong until the very end. Please refrain from purchasing tickets for flights departing before then.
Summer Zman
Summer Zman will begin IY"H on Tuesday, 4 Iyar / May 11, 2027. Regular seder will take place on Tuesday morning, and therefore talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Monday evening, 3 Iyar / May 10, 2027.
The zman will conclude on Tuesday, 22 Tamuz / July 27, 2027. We must insist that talmidim remain in Yeshiva through Tuesday, July 27 , in order for the zman to remain strong until the very end. Please refrain from purchasing tickets for flights departing before then.
General Information
Click here to review our General Information document. This document provides important details about your son's year in Yeshiva, including seforim, dorm room, Shabbos policy, electric bike policy, laundry service, sample trip schedule, tuition refund policy, visiting parents, rules and regulations, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend visiting our "FAQ" page here. It currently lists the 35 most frequently asked questions by parents.
Table of Contents
- Health Insurance
- Gym Use Clearance
- Israel’s ETA System for Travelers
- Student Visa Reapplication
- Cellphone Policy
- Zman Dates
- General Information Document
- FAQs
Returning Talmidim must renew their Israeli health plan for the coming year. It does not automatically roll over.
Click here to access AIM's forms or visit their website at www.aim.co.il. Submit forms, payments, and any questions directly to AIM at [email protected].
To receive the early bird discount, please make sure to register before August 1, 2026.
You can consider using a different Israeli health insurance plan, provided your son is aware of the procedures and can communicate in Hebrew with their doctors and secretarial staff. If you choose another Israeli health insurance company, please provide us with the plan details, policy number, and expiration date.
Gym Use Clearance
As per the guidelines set by the Ministry of Health, we require all talmidim to have clearance from a medical professional before using our gym facilities.
If your son has AIM health insurance, he would have submitted the AIM medical form signed by a doctor (stating there are no restrictions on physical activities) and will, therefore, not be required to send us the signed fitness authorization form.
However, if your son has signed up with a different health insurance provider, please download the Fitness Authorization form here and ensure that this form is completed by your son's doctor and then email it to us.
ETA Requirement and Student Visa Information
If your son does not have a valid student visa or has recently received a new passport, please ensure he obtains an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) before returning to Israel. Print the ETA confirmation and bring it to the airport.
Although students with valid visas are officially exempt, some airlines may be unaware of this exemption and might deny boarding without an ETA. Therefore, to avoid issues, students with valid visas should also obtain an ETA. Print both the ETA and visa documents, and bring them to the airport.
Click here to apply and here for detailed instructions on completing the ETA application.
Student Visa Reapplication
If your son needs to apply for a student visa, please email us a clear color copy of his passport. If he holds dual citizenship, please send the passport he will use to travel to Israel.
There are three situations in which this applies:
- His student visa has expired.
- He received a new passport after his visa was issued. In this case, the visa in his old passport is no longer valid.
- He never applied for a student visa; for example, he was out of the country when we originally applied.
Cellphone and Technology Policy
The Yeshiva does not allow smartphones or any device with internet connectivity or video capability. Our goal remains steadfast: to create an environment that promotes growth in תורה and עבודת ה׳. 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 full cell phone policy and ordering information.
Any talmid found in possession of a non-approved phone or any internet-capable or video-enabled device will be required to return home immediately for an indefinite period of time. Parents will be responsible for arranging and covering the cost of travel. The Hanhala will determine if and when the talmid may return, and under what conditions. If a Talmid brings a second, unauthorized phone to Yeshiva, it must be given to the Av Bayis upon arrival for safekeeping.
Zman Dates
Please ensure that you have a valid passport and purchase tickets according to the dates listed below.
Talmidim are expected to arrive at the beginning of each zman and remain in Yeshiva until the very end. We understand the current challenges in booking flights, which is why it is all the more important to secure your son's tickets immediately. Thank you for your cooperation.
Elul Zman
Elul Zman will begin IY”H on Tuesday, 5 Elul / August 18, 2026. There is regular seder Tuesday morning, and therefore, talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Monday evening, August 17, 2026. The dormitory will open on Sunday.
Elul Zman concludes Motzei Yom Kippur, 5787 / September 21, 2026.
Winter Zman
Winter Zman will begin IY"H on Monday, 1 Cheshvan / October 12, 2026. There will be regular seder on Monday.
The zman will conclude on Tuesday, 21 Adar / March 30, 2027. Yeshiva will remain open until Thursday. We must insist that talmidim not leave before Tuesday, March 30, in order for the zman to remain strong until the very end. Please refrain from purchasing tickets for flights departing before then.
Summer Zman
Summer Zman will begin IY"H on Tuesday, 4 Iyar / May 11, 2027. Regular seder will take place on Tuesday morning, and therefore talmidim are required to be in Yeshiva by Monday evening, 3 Iyar / May 10, 2027.
The zman will conclude on Tuesday, 22 Tamuz / July 27, 2027. We must insist that talmidim remain in Yeshiva through Tuesday, July 27 , in order for the zman to remain strong until the very end. Please refrain from purchasing tickets for flights departing before then.
General Information
Click here to review our General Information document. This document provides important details about your son's year in Yeshiva, including seforim, dorm room, Shabbos policy, electric bike policy, laundry service, sample trip schedule, tuition refund policy, visiting parents, rules and regulations, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend visiting our "FAQ" page here. It currently lists the 35 most frequently asked questions by parents.