Posted on 06/23/25
More Flights Expected; Application Process Still Open
Jerusalem, Israel - June 23, 2025 - The U.S. Embassy in Israel has begun operating evacuation flights for U.S. citizens and Green Card holders stranded in Israel and seeking to return to the United States.
Four flights departed Israel today, Monday, June 23, heading to Rome, Larnaca, and Athens. Chaim V’Chessed has learned that the Embassy aims to operate as many as six additional flights tomorrow, Tuesday, June 24.
These flights are available only to those who have registered in advance. Applicants must register via the U.S. State Department’s Crisis Intake Form at this link. As previously reported by Chaim V’Chessed, when completing the form, applicants must check off that they are seeking assistance leaving Israel and are requesting financial help.
After submitting the form, applicants immediately receive an email confirmation. If selected for a flight, they will receive a second email, generally within a few days, from the State Department informing them of their eligibility. When received, applicants must immediately reply, confirming their willingness to travel.
These Embassy-coordinated flights may currently be the most viable option for many Americans attempting to leave Israel. It is important to note, however, that evacuees must independently arrange and purchase onward travel from the European city to which they are flown.
Other potential exit options from Israel include land crossings into Jordan or Egypt. However, both these alternatives involve travel through areas with challenges and heightened security risks. Additionally, travelers can travel by sea to Cyprus.
Chaim V’Chessed will continue to monitor developments closely and share verified updates as they become available.