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COVID-19 ARRIVAL PROCEDURES 29 SEPTEMBER 2021

Arrival to Israel during this current period requires compliance with special Covid-19 regulations of the Ministry of Health and Immigration Authority. As such, the Hebrew University is legally bound to the strict compliance of these regulations and is responsible for overseeing their implementation.

It is recommended to read carefully the Government of Israel COVID-19 regulations here.

Please be aware that currently there is no entry to Israel for persons:

  1. From red countries – see here for the list of red countries. Note that this list is being updated on a frequent basis and you are requested to monitor this list.
  2. Who are not fully vaccinated or recovered.

List of Topics

  1. Registration
  2. Visas
  3. Health Insurance
  4. Self-Quarantine
  5. Application to Enter Israel
  6. PCR Test Prior to Arrival and on Arrival 
  7. Transportation from the Airport
  8. Guidance on Arrival in Israel
  9. Contacts
  10. External Websites

 

A. REGISTRATION – required in order to initiate the student arrival process

It is MANDATORY for each new and continuing/returning student/post doctoral fellow (with the exception of Rothberg International School and Faculty of Agriculture students) to register in our pre-arrival website (contact intlsupport@savion.huji.ac.il for registration link).

Rothberg International School (RIS) students should contact Ms. Linda Lipstein lindal@savion.huji.ac.il

Faculty of Agriculture students should contact – Ms. Mahyan Gohn mahyang@savion.huji.ac.il

  1. Following registration, students will receive a letter detailing the arrival process, including information regarding health insurance, reservations and self-quarantine accommodations.
  2. Students will be required to submit all requested documents and self-quarantine payment if applicable via an online system.
  3. Students will receive ongoing support prior to arrival and throughout their self-quarantine.

 

B. VISAS

In accordance with the new regulations, all new students are required to apply for an A2 Student Visa via the Israeli embassy/consulate nearest their place of residence. 

Students will be required to present the following two documents, which they will receive from the university and a health insurance policy:

  1. Letter of commitment from the Hebrew University to comply with the rules of the Ministry of Health
  2. Ministry of Health permission form granted to the Hebrew University.

Due to the dynamic situation, travel disruptions can be expected. We strongly recommend not to book your flights until receipt of visa and entry permit.

 

C. HEALTH INSURANCE

It is mandatory for all students to purchase health insurance with Covid-19 coverage. Information on health insurance procedures can be found here.

 

D. SELF-QUARANTINE

The Israeli Government requires all incoming students who are arriving to Israel to enter self-quarantine period upon arrival.

Self-quarantine must be completed in a suitable location in accordance with the Ministry of Health guidelines, at home or an accommodation at your disposal which you will be required to declare when you arrive in Israel.

Students are not permitted to self-quarantine in their personal shared dorm apartments.

There are several options of university accommodation available (Student Village, Maiersdorf Faculty House, Reisfeld Faculty Club – for Faculty of Agriculture Students) at various prices, offered  depending on availability.  Please note that students will be assigned to a spot based on availability. We will make every effort to accommodate specific requests and ask for the understanding of students in the event that their dorm allocation differs from their original request.

The student support team will assist students, residing in university accommodation, throughout their quarantine with food supplies and meals.  During this period, students who develop symptoms will be relocated from their shared apartment to a newly allocated room. The University has designated Covid-19 contact persons in the case of queries and emergencies.

 

E. PRE-DEPARTURE PLANNING

Prior to travel, students are requested to check on the entry regulations, including online entry statement and PCR tests. Please see the current regulations here.

 

G. TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT

On arrival in Israel, please note that it is mandatory to arrive to the self-quarantine facility individually, in a private taxi with no more than one additional passenger, or with nuclear family members. Travel by public transportation from the airport is strictly forbidden and recommendations for reliable taxi transport arrangements can be provided.

 

H. GUIDANCE UPON ARRIVAL IN ISRAEL

  • Travelers are required by law to wear a facemask that covers the nose and mouth at the airport and aboard the aircraft.
  • Passengers must practice proper hygiene, which includes washing hands with sanitizers.

Shortening Self-quarantine information

Full details on self-quarantine procedures can be found here

Developing Covid-19 Symptoms

Should students develop Covid-19 symptoms or receive a positive PCR result, please contact Emergency Line: +972 (0)54 8820217

Please note that entry into the campus will be permitted for students who have been fully vaccinated and present a green pass.

 

I. CONTACTS

 

H. USEFUL WEBSITES

Due to the dynamic situation, students are responsible to stay updated on the travel regulations.

 

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