Eighth Edition

• Te’udat oleh
2. Take the form to an authorized optometrist or eye doctor
for an optical examination. Applicants who wear glasses
or contact lenses must wear them during the examination.
3. Take the form to a family doctor for a physical examination.
4. Submit the form received at Femi-Premium or Taldor, together
with the optometrist’s and doctor’s authorizations to the
Licensing Bureau.
The following documents are also requried:
• Valid overseas driving license issued at least six months
prior to receipt of new-immigrant status and photocopies
of the license
• Passport that documents entrance into Israel and residence
overseas at the time of the issuance of the foreign passport.
• Te’udat zehut
• Te’udat oleh
The Licensing Bureau will then refer the applicant to a driving
school.
5. Set a time with an authorized driving instructor for the
practical driving test. In most cases, it is recommended to
take a number of driving lessons before the exam.
Upon successful completion of the practical driving test, the
overseas license is converted to an Israeli one.
Applicants who have held an Israeli license in the past must
present the following:
• Valid original overseas license.
• Passport with authorization of overseas residence at the
time of receipt of the foreign license, and that confirms the
date of entry into Israel.
Applicants must also undergo the optical examination and the
general physical examination. If the overseas license is a lower
level than that of the requested Israeli license, it may also be
necessary to meet additional requirements including tests.
Licenses for Public or Commercial Transport Vehicles
New immigrants who hold overseas licenses for public or
commercial transport vehicles (e.g., buses and taxis,) must
request an equivalent Israeli license. It is necessary to present
the overseas license and work permits. Applicants are also
required to take a first aid and fire-fighting course, and pass
practical and theoretical exams.
Obtaining a Driver’s License
One who does not have an overseas license, or wishes to apply
for their first driving license, must take both a written and a
practical driving test, and meet the following requirements:
• Applicants must be at least 16 years and 9 months old. It
is then possible to begin to study for a beginner’s license
(“02”).
• Pass medical and optical examinations.
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