As of 8:00 am, Sunday, March 22, 2020, emergency regulations are in effect, approved by the government this weekend. Accordingly, the Ministry of Health's guidelines will become mandatory, and will be punished by order. These new steps are vital in the ongoing struggle against the spread of the Corona virus.
Police are expected to increase attendance on the streets and enforce against violations of the prohibition of leaving homes unnecessarily, and against opening businesses which are not in accordance with the directives.
Click here for the full and detailed order (in Hebrew)
Don't leave home.
Keep 2 meters distance between each person.
Keep a distance even from grandparents - love them from afar.
Avoid travelling by public transport.
Travel by car is limited to 2 passengers, excluding family members from the same household
What is allowed and what is not allowed:
Not allowed:
Shopping malls and markets
Restaurants and cafes
Parks
Beach and hiking
Theaters and cinemas
Banquets and events halls
Classrooms
All educational institutions are closed: from kindergartens to higher education institutions
Allowed:
Work in accordance with the guidelines and restrictions
Delivery of food or medicine
Short and close family outing – keeping distance from others
Obtaining medical service and welfare care
Sports activities for up to 2 people
Assistance to an elderly or sick person
Wedding, funeral or prayer services (according to the directives)
Demonstrations and legal process
Home deliveries and take-aways (food)