All applicants must submit a readable copy of your passport to the Aish’s office immediately after applying. Please send us a copy of the main page with your photo, age and passport number, and the pages showing where you have traveled.
Please scan and email it to baltman@aish.com or fax it to 708-570-3915.

USA Citizens:
To participate on a Taglit-Birthright Israel: Aish HaTorah trip, you must have a United States passport that is valid for a minimum of six months after the program. You do not need to obtain a visa.

If you need to order or renew a passport, please do so immediately as the process can take up to 6-8 weeks. For details on ordering or renewing a passport please visit the Department of State's Passport Services and Information site which also has a list of local passport agencies. Expedited processing may be available for an additional fee. For more information inquire at your local passport agency.

NON USA Citizens:
To participate on a Taglit-Birthright Israel: Aish HaTorah trip, you must have valid documentation and possibly an Israeli entry visa. To see if you need an Israeli entrance visa see this list. If you have not yet obtained valid documentation, please do so immediately as the process can take up to 3 months.

Visas may be obtained at your local Israeli Consulate. The process usually takes 7 to 10 days. You will need a completed application form, two passport photographs per visa, confirmation of travel (which you need to get from the Aish office), and cash or money order for the processing fee.