DFA lowers alert level in Israel to 2

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has lowered the security alert level for Filipinos in Israel from Level 3 (Voluntary Repatriation) to Level 2 (Restriction Phase) due to positive developments in the security situation.

This measure takes immediate effect, and Filipinos in Israel are urged to restrict non-essential movements, avoid public places, and prepare for evacuation.

The DFA will continue to monitor the situation in the region and adjust alert levels accordingly.

Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with valid Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) and re-entry visa are now allowed to travel back to Israel.

However, pilgrims, tourists, and other non-essential travelers, including newly-hired workers, are still not allowed to travel to Israel.

There are approximately 30,000 OFWs in Israel, mostly caregivers and hotel workers.