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Audrey Shemesh Ravia – Attorney and Notary

Specializing in all legal services for family law, including the issuance of a Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate) and apostille services, carried out professionally and efficiently, with full consideration for the client’s needs and convenience. Fast service to your home. Verification, certification, drafting of legal documents, and more.
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Certificate of Goo d Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate) - Complete Guide 2025

A Certificate of Good Conduct, officially known as a Criminal Information Certificate, is one of the most important documents that can significantly affect a citizen’s life in Israel and abroad. In this guide, we will explain what it is, how to obtain it, the difference between it and a Criminal Record Extract, and who is entitled to view it.

The difference between a Criminal record extract and a Certificate of good Conduct

Many people confuse a Criminal Record Extract with a Certificate of Good Conduct.
Criminal Record Extract - a detailed document including all criminal records (even those erased or closed).
Certificate of Good Conduct - an official document issued by the Israel Police at the request of specific authorities only (such as foreign governments, government institutions, or official agencies). The certificate indicates whether the individual has active criminal convictions or no criminal record at all.

The criminal information law and the rehabilitation of offender's regulations, 2019

This law was passed in 2019 and came into effect in early 2022. Its purpose was to put an end to the widespread practice of employers demanding a Criminal Record Extract or a Certificate of Good Conduct as a condition of employment.
Before the law, any citizen could approach the police and obtain a printout of their criminal record - a situation that created violations of privacy and excessive, unlawful demands by employers.

How does a Certificate of Good Conduct look like?

How do you obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct from the police?

Our office specializes in providing fast and efficient service. The process is carried out directly with the Israel Police:

Submission of the request – usually through official institutions such as embassies, government offices, or online.
Eligibility check – the police examine whether the applicant is entitled to receive the certificate.
Issuance and delivery – if approved, the certificate is sent directly to the requesting entity (not to the applicant personally).

Collection of a Certificate of Good Conduct from the embassy by our office

Our office provides professional support throughout the process – from signing a Power of Attorney in favor of the lawyer, authorizing us to act on your behalf, to collecting the certificate from the relevant embassy.
Thanks to our experience and knowledge, the process is handled efficiently, saving you time and bureaucracy, and ensuring that the certificate is delivered and ready for use.

Example of a request for a request for Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate) from the police:

Criteria for obtaining a Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate)

To receive the certificate, certain conditions must be met:
*The certificate is issued only upon request by an authorized body (such as a foreign government, academic institution, or government workplace).
*If there is a criminal record, it will be indicated in the certificate according to the law.
*The amendment to the law in August 2023 changed the rules regarding which records appear in the certificate and when they can be concealed.

When is a Certificate of Good Conduct required?

It is often required in the following cases:
Employment in Israel and abroad - especially in government, security, or child-related positions
Academic studies and foreign citizenship - institutions abroad require proof of no criminal record
Visas and immigration - many countries require it as a condition for residence or work permits

Apostille for a Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate)

When the certificate is intended for use abroad, it must be authenticated with an apostille stamp - an international confirmation verifying the authenticity of the document, in accordance with the Hague Convention (1961).
Procedure steps:
Requesting the Certificate of Good Conduct - carried out only through a lawyer, with an ID or passport and a signed Power of Attorney
Obtaining the apostille - issued by the Ministry of Justice or the court, subject to a fee
Notarized translation - if required, the document is translated into a foreign language and notarized

When is a Certificate of Good Conduct with apostille required?

- Immigration and visa applications abroad
- Employment overseas, particularly in government or security positions
- International adoption procedures
- For students applying to foreign academic institutions

Frequently Asked Questions about Criminal Information Certificate

How long does it take to obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct?
Usually several days to a few weeks, depending on the requesting body and the police.

Can a criminal record be erased so the certificate will appear “clean”?
Yes, there are legal procedures for canceling or deleting criminal records, but this requires proper legal advice.

Is a Certificate of Good Conduct required for every job?
No. Only certain jobs or official requests require it.

Criminal Information Certificate (Good Conduct) Notarial Translation and Cost

A notarial translation of the certificate can only be carried out after the notary has reviewed the original certificate. Only then can the notary confirm that the translation matches the original.

Our office provides certified notarial translations in a wide range of languages, including Flemish, Dutch, German, Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and more.

Need a lawyer to obtain a Criminal Record Extract - Criminal Information Extract - within 24 hours?

Audrey Shemesh Ravia – Attorney and Notary

Specializes in providing full legal services for family matters, including Criminal Record Extract – Criminal Information Extract – within 24 hours, notarized translations into multiple languages, and apostille services, all handled professionally and efficiently, with full consideration for the client’s needs and convenience. Fast service to your home. Document verification, certification, drafting of legal documents, and more.

For a price quote for obtaining a Criminal Record Extract from the police within 24 hours, send us a message on WhatsApp or call 050-8684663, and you will receive an attractive and fair quote within minutes!
To send a WhatsApp message, click the following link:

Certificate of Goo d Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate) - Complete Guide 2025

The difference between a Criminal record extract and a Certificate of good Conduct

The criminal information law and the rehabilitation of offender's regulations, 2019

How does a Certificate of Good Conduct look like?

How do you obtain a Certificate of Good Conduct from the police?

Collection of a Certificate of Good Conduct from the embassy by our office

Example of a request for a request for Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate) from the police:

Criteria for obtaining a Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate)

When is a Certificate of Good Conduct required?

Apostille for a Certificate of Good Conduct (Criminal Information Certificate)

When is a Certificate of Good Conduct with apostille required?

Frequently Asked Questions about Criminal Information Certificate

Criminal Information Certificate (Good Conduct) Notarial Translation and Cost

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