How to Register for Taglit-Birthright Israel with Shorashim

When does registration for summer trips begin?
Registration begins on September 14 at 10 a.m. EST. If you have registered for a Taglit-Birthright Israel trip in the past (and did not go) you can take advantage of the special early registration date, September 13, at noon EST
 
How do I register?
To register, please go to www.israelwithisraelis.com , click the Registration is Now Open tab.
 
What information will I be asked to provide?
You will be asked to provide personal information including:

• e-mail address (not a university e-mail ending in edu); social security number; birth date; primary and secondary addresses; parents’ names and contact information; and passport information (this can be added later if you still need to apply for or renew your passport).
• Questions about your Jewish background.
• Short statement about why you want to go to Israel on a Taglit-Birthright Israel trip.
• Online participant waiver requiring an electronic signature.
• E-mail confirmation will be sent to you. (CHECK YOUR JUNK MAIL IF YOU DON’T RECEIVE IT)
• $250 refundable security deposit - Once your application has been approved by Taglit-Birthright Israel you’ll be asked to submit the deposit. It is important that you submit your deposit on the first day of registration (any time on the 14th) or you may be immediately waitlisted. You can either pay by credit card or automatic withdrawal from your checking account.

 
Why should I submit my deposit on the first day of registration?
Due to high demand for trips there is a cap on the number of deposits accepted, but the cap does not begin until 9 a.m. September 15. This creates a greater urgency to apply and complete the application and deposit earlier on the first day of registration.
 
Are there other forms I need to fill out for Shorashim?
Once you have completed that Taglit-Birthright Israel Application, you will receive an email from Shorashim linking you to your Shorashim Application Status Page. Here is where you will

• Complete a date and friendship request form
• Fill out an emergency contact form
• Submit a medical history form
• Upload a copy of the picture page of your passport (this step can be completed later if you still need to apply for or renew a passport)
• Call in for a brief interview.
   

How do I give credit to the person that referred me?
To give credit to a recruiter or someone who referred you to Shorashim, check for their name on the date and friendship request form under the heading “I was told about this program by:” when you are logged into your Shorashim Application Status page.
 
How do I reach you if I need help? 
Call: 312-267-0677 
Email: birthrightisrael@shorashim.org
Skype: Shorashim.Shorashim