My wife would like to visit her parents in Belgium, with our 10- and 14-year-old daughters, because of the security situation here in Israel. I objected because I am afraid, she will not return (with our daughters) from Belgium. In response, my wife has filed an application to the Family Court asking permission to issue passports for both children to fly abroad. What are her chances to win in court?
By: דיאנה שאלתיאל•Published on: 11 March, 2025The Family Court will examine your claims, and will most likely, condition the children’s visit with your wife in Belgium, with guarantees to ensure their return to Israel, at the end of their visit. For instance, in a similar case, the Family Court in Haifa ruled that the mother will have to deposit 150,000 NIS in Court to ensure the minor’s return with her at the end of their visit abroad (30 days). She was also required to file a copy of their airfare ticket with the return date after 30 days and also sign an affidavit where she promises to return the minor to Israel (Case # 1660-07-23).