Marriage Registration in Israel - Complete Guide

Required Documents

• ID cards of both partners
• Birth certificates (if born abroad)
• Proof of Jewish identity (if not registered)
• Divorce certificate (if previously married)
• Single status certificate
• 2 kosher witnesses (Jewish, Shabbat observant, not relatives)

Preparation

• Open file at local Rabbanut
• Bride preparation classes (Kallah classes)
• Groom preparation classes (Chatan classes)
• Tay Sachs genetic screening
• Blood test for bride (Rubella)
• Choose officiating Rabbi
• Order Ketubah (marriage contract)
• Buy wedding ring (plain gold, no stones)

Wedding Day

• 2 witnesses ready
• Signed Ketubah
• Wedding ring
• Glass for breaking
• Chuppah (4 poles + cloth)
• Wine for blessings

After the Wedding

• Submit Ketubah to Rabbanut (within 10 days)
• Receive marriage certificate
• Update marital status on ID
• Update name if applicable
• Update bank, health fund, insurance

Plan with ALMO AI

Create a "Wedding" calendar in ALMO AI. Add each step with reminders: 3 months before (open file), 1 month before (classes), 1 week before (witnesses and documents). Share with your partner.