Paramedics
Magen David Adom (MDA) is responsible for paramedic regulations in Israel.
Licensed paramedics from outside of Israel who want to transfer their licenses should contact the Medical Division of MDA. The contact person is Dr. Shafir Botner, Director of Paramedic School at [email protected]. Before reaching out, please read this overview.
One must be an Israeli citizen or a permanent resident (A5 visa) in order to be licensed as a paramedic in Israel.
Please Note: One can and should apply pre-Aliyah to start the process and evaluate the requirements. They can even take the course and exam(s) before completing their Aliyah. However, the final license will only be issued once they have made Aliyah and are a full Israeli citizen.
Licensing Process
The licensing process contains few steps:
- Submitting documents for review by the director of medical division.
- Additional training – If required, based on the director's review.
– Self-study.
– Theoretical chapters.
– Protocols and procedures. - Performing at least 10 pre-hospital emergency medicine scenarios under the supervision and training of instructors from the school of paramedics, in addition to successfully completing a practical test with a passing grade.
- Minimum of 20 tutorial shifts on an ICU ambulance.
- Upon completion of all of the above and receiving a positive review from the regional instructor – sitting for a final inclusive practical exam (in Hebrew)
Application documents to be submitted:
- Israeli ID (or a foreign passport for those who apply pre-Aliyah).
- Detailed CV – including clear contact information.
- Diploma/certificate/license to practice as a paramedic from the country of origin.
- A full detailed syllabus and transcript of the program the applicant completed.
- Contact person from the institute from which the applicant graduated.
- References (if applicable).
Cost
Dependent on the director’s review and the amount of additional training the applicant will have to complete; MDA will inform you the cost of the process. Please note that it can change from one applicant to another.
Hebrew
Reading and conversational Hebrew is a critical element in the work of a paramedic in Israel. It will be part of the director’s review.
Misrad Haklita Reimbursement for Documents
The Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is offering a retroactive reimbursement of up to 4000 NIS to Olim who were required to translate and/or notarize documents for the purpose of transferring their professional license in Israel. Please contact your local Misrad Haklita office for more information.
Please note the following conditions:
- This can be done ONLY AFTER completing your Aliyah.
- The reimbursement is only retroactive for 2 years prior to your date of Aliyah.
- Only Olim who have not yet reached retirement age are eligible.
- Reimbursement can be made only for Israeli notary/consulate verification with original receipts (or verified copy) . Apostille is not reimbursable!
To review the full license conversion protocol, please see here.
* Last updated on October 16, 2025
