Confirmation of foreign driver's licenses:
- The process includes submitting an online application, taking a photo and an eye exam at one of the authorized centers. The list of centers can be found on the Ministry of Transport website.
- It is necessary to translate the license into Hebrew if it is not in English, and certify the translation with a notary.
- If driving experience is less than 5 years, a road test will be required.
- After approval, temporary licenses are issued, it is necessary to pay the fee. Permanent licenses are sent by mail within a month.
Annual vehicle registration renewal:
- A payment notice is sent by mail 2 months before expiration.
- You can pay online, by phone, at payment terminals or at the post office.
- After payment, an annual vehicle inspection must be carried out at one of the authorized maintenance stations.
Public transport:
- Buses and trains operate from Sunday to Thursday, from early morning until midnight. On Fridays and holiday eves – according to reduced schedule.
- Rav-Kav card allows unlimited travel on all transport within one tariff zone.
- You can pay by Rav-Kav card or via Moovit and AniWay apps.
Road safety:
- It is necessary to comply with traffic rules and obey road signs and traffic lights.
- It is prohibited to use a mobile phone without speakerphone or headphones while driving.
- A safe distance should be kept from the vehicle ahead, speed should be reduced at intersections and pedestrian crossings, caution should be observed in bad weather.
Malfunctions and problems:
- In case of an accident with casualties, call the emergency number 100 and remain at the scene until police arrive.
- Complaints about buses and trains are accepted 24/7 at *8787.
- Traffic officer issues are handled through the *9647 service.
