Ministry of Aliyah and Integration — Birth registration and hospital procedures in Israel

Source: https://www.gov.il/BlobFolder/generalpage/general_tuota/he/TheLifeCycleInIsrael_en.pdf · 2026

Choosing a Hospital

A pregnant woman may choose the hospital at which she prefers to give birth. Expenses are covered by the National Insurance Institute. A woman who prefers a specific doctor for the delivery is usually limited to the hospital in which that doctor works and may be required to pay fees.

It is necessary to register at the hospital by the fifth month of pregnancy in order to ensure a place.

Documents Required for Hospital Registration

During registration, present the following:

• Parents’ te’udat zehut (identity card)
• Bank account number
• Health fund membership cards
• A letter of referral from a doctor certifying the due date

Claims for National Insurance benefits can already be prepared at the time of registration.

Birth Certificates (Te’udat Leida)

• The Population Authority issues birth certificates to persons born in Israel only.
• An Israeli citizen who gives birth outside of the country should consult with the local Israeli embassy or consulate.
• To request a birth certificate, complete a request form (tofes bakasha lekabalat te’udat leida), available for download from the Population Authority.

Registering the Newborn at the Population Authority

Following birth, the hospital issues a birth notice (hoda’at leida) and an identity number. Once the child is named:

1. Register the infant at the Population Authority (Minhal Uchlusin).
2. Request an official birth certificate.
3. Have the child listed in each parent’s identity card (te’udat zehut).