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Eligibility Requirements

You are eligible for the Taglit-Birthright Israel gift if you:

Are Jewish. Which means that:

  • You are recognized as Jewish by the Jewish community or recognized as Jewish by one of the recognized denominations of Judaism.
  • Either of your parents is Jewish and you do not actively practice another religion.
Notes on age limits and previous trips:
  • You must be at least 18 years old, but cannot be enrolled in high school at the time of your trip.
  • If you are not yet 27 by December 1st you are considered eligible.
  • If you are registered as a full time student in Jewish Studies programs in any institute of higher learning, you will no longer be eligible for the birthright israel gift ( This includes Jewish Teacher Training Programs, Jewish Studies programs, Rabbinic programs, Yeshivot/Seminaries, Jewish Communal Service programs, etc.)
  • Have never been to Israel on an organized peer educational tour/program.
    Important Notes and exceptions:
    • March of the Living: If you were in the March of The Living, you are still eligible but you must be 22 or older.
    • If you were on a peer educational trip that was for 5 days or less, you ARE eligible.
    • Maccabiah Games: If you participated in the games, you ARE eligible.
  • If you were born in Israel or are an Israeli citizen click here


Our trips are co-ed and non-denominational. Our trips are suitable for, and sensitive to, participants from all Jewish backgrounds. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.


The trip is a gift from Taglit-Birthright Israel
N. American Representative: Phone: 1-888-281-1265   Fax: 216-691-9849 ; 216-691-9850   E-mail: info@oranimcanada.com