Status in Israel for Foreign Spouses
Obtaining Israeli legal status for widow\ers after the Israeli spouse passes away?
If a foreign spouse partner of an Israeli is in the process of obtaining legal status and the Israeli partner passes away, the foreign resident is left in a complex legal situation. In this article, attorney Joshua Pex, a specialist in immigration law, explains what can be done in such a complicated case. Our law…
Read MoreMarriages and conversions not recognized for obtaining legal status for foreign partners in Israel
Conversions and marriages that are not legally recognized in Israel raise many legal questions. Only some of these questions are explicitly addressed in the law, and therefore obtaining legal status in such cases is riddled with uncertainty. In this article, attorney Michael Decker explains how non-Orthodox conversion to Judaism (Giyur) or an interfaith marriage ceremony…
Read MoreArranging the Legal Status of Spouses Whose Entry into Israel Has Been Denied (Black Stamp)
A foreign spouse who wishes to obtain legal status in Israel often encounters difficulties in the process, due to being denied entry into Israel. There may be various reasons for this, and accordingly there are various ways to solve the difficulties that arise. This article, written by lawyer Michael Decker, an expert on immigration to…
Read MoreOpening a co-habitation file and arranging a visa in Israel for Members of the Same Sex:
How can same-sex couples live together in Israel when one of the spouses is a foreign citizen? A recent ruling at the Supreme Court of Israel has brought about a change in the state’s attitude toward same-sex couples, and has clarified and facilitated the procedure for obtaining citizenship for gay couples. In this article, attorney…
Read MoreOpening a Family Reunification File for Married Couples
How is the status of married couples in Israel regulated when one of them is a foreign citizen? The Ministry of the Interior has established a procedure that details the guidelines on this subject. It is a lengthy process which involves presenting various documents and dealing with a lot of bureaucracy. In this article, a…
Read MoreObtaining legal status in Israel for foreign caretaker spouses
When mixed nationality couples in which one of the partners is a foreign caretaker seek status legalization in order to live together in Israel, they might face quite a few obstacles. There is a gap between the general Ministry of Interior rules regarding foreign spouses, and the ministry’s policy regarding romantic relationships of foreign caretakers.…
Read MoreLegalizing the status of foreign spouses where an age difference exists
Age differences between spouses are likely to complicate and delay the process of legalizing the status of a foreign spouse in Israel. This is mainly due to the Interior Ministry officials’ perception that a significant relationship age gap between spouses is likely to indicate that their union is not genuine. What options are available to…
Read MoreCan foreign spouses undergo conversion to Judaism in Israel and by doing so expedite the process of acquiring Israeli citizenship?
How does the process of conversion to Judaism work for foreign spouses in Israel? Under what circumstances is it appropriate for foreign spouses to undergo a conversion (Giyur)? Can undergoing conversion in Israel help foreign spouses receive legal status and Israel citizenship? Our law offices with branches in both Jerusalem and Tel-Aviv, provide their customers…
Read MoreStatus in Israel for foreign spouses who are Messianic Jews or Messianic Christians
Many foreign spouses seeking status in Israel encounter various difficulties due to being affiliated with congregations of Messianic Jews or Messianic Christians. Among other issues, this is due to concerns of the Messianic couple engaging in missionary activity in Israel. What do the law and court rulings assert in this matter? Attorney Joshua Pex, an…
Read MoreSpousal Covenant – Equivalent to Civil Marriage for Persons Without a Religion
A Spousal Covenant allows Israeli spouses without a religion to receive a status that is equivalent to that of married couples. This is the closest option to civil marriage in Israel. Our law firm specializes in obtaining a legal status for foreign spouses of Israelis. In this article, lawyer Joshua Pex explains how to enter…
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