The National Center for Identity & Conversion
Your Conversion
Journey Starts Here
Israel’s state-recognized conversion process is free of charge and includes three main steps:
Our conversion courses are available through several programs, with classes nationwide. These classes are held at convenient times, given in various languages – and completely free of charge.
history & tradition
Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including the Hebrew Bible (Tanach), history, Zionism, tradition, faith, and Jewish philosophy. During your studies, you will develop a deep connection with the teachers who will support you throughout the conversion process.
Conversion Court
Each conversion course includes three meetings with the Conversion Court. We attend these meetings together, providing support, guidance, and close personal attention.
Civilian Program
The Civilian Program is the largest conversion preparation course in Israel, with classes in various languages all over the country, from HaTzor HaGlilit in the north to Eilat in the south. Classes are held at convenient times and fully subsidized, so they are provided free of charge.
Our immersive curriculum offers a fascinating – and sometimes surprising – introduction to the rich world of Judaism and Jewish culture.
We also encourage our students to share their personal stories and support one another as they embark on this exciting, challenging process of joining the Jewish people.
More than 100 Civilian Program classes are held every week, all over Israel.
Military Program
Interested in converting while serving your country? Now is the perfect time to strengthen your Jewish-Israeli identity while gaining experience that will shape and guide you for the rest of your life.
Whether you were born in Israel or came here from Russia, Ethiopia, Argentina, or elsewhere, you’ll discover that Nativ is not just about conversion – it’s about connection. Connection to your roots, to Jewish history and heritage, and to yourself.
Stories from Our Alumni
I really enjoyed the course. It was like being back in my natural habitat. The teacher was great – a very attentive, broad-minded, and knowledgeable person.
- Jana Prigozhin
- Civilian Program Graduate
I established a very special bond with my teacher, Bella. That bond, along with all the people I met and the study materials, made me so excited to come to every single lesson!
- Anastasia Oreshkin
- Civilian Program Graduate
I was very critical of myself, the world, and any ideology. During the course, I learned to open my mind and listen.
- Anya Gordienko
- Military Program Graduate
Our vision. Your journey.
Our vision is to take another step in the historic process of returning to Zion. Our mission is to strengthen Jewish identity and unity among the Jewish people through the State of Israel’s official conversion process.
At Nativ, we view your conversion process as a thrilling journey and empowering experience that will shape and support you for the rest of your life.
Ready to begin your conversion journey?
Not an Israeli citizen or permanent resident?
You can submit an application to the Conversion Exceptions Committee
via the Accessible Government website.