Darkon (international passport) and Teudat Ma'avar (temporary travel document) are two different types of documents issued to Israeli citizens for international travel.
Here are their main differences:
Darkon |
Teudat Maavar |
|
|---|---|---|
| Color | blue | red |
| Validity period | 5-10 years | up to 5 years |
| Visa-free entry | to more than 160 countries | in about 60 countries |
| The right to receive | It is issued to Israeli citizens who have lived in the country for a certain period of time. | It is issued to Israeli citizens who do not meet the criteria for obtaining a Darcon (those who live abroad most of the time). |
| Extension | For a 10-year extension, you must have lived in Israel for at least 60% of the time during the validity period of the previous passport. | There are no renewal requirements. |
Differences between Darkon and Teudat Maawar