Safety 

Welcome to the University of Haifa, where your safety and well-being are our paramount concern. This comprehensive guide provides crucial information on healthcare and safety protocols to ensure a secure and healthy stay in Israel. 

Healthcare Services 

Visiting academic and administrative staff are required to maintain valid health insurance coverage throughout their stay. You must arrange your own insurance, which should include coverage for any pre-existing condition as Israeli insurance typically does not cover such conditions. 

For further information: 

Please contact your insurance provider for information about local healthcare services. 

You can also contact the UHaifa International office for further assistance.   

Phone: +972-04-824-0766 (International school Office) 

International School Emergency number: +972-52-866-6431 

University First Aid – +972-04-824-0703, 04-824-0237 or extension 2703, 2237 from a campus phone 

Hospitals: 

 Please contact your insurance provider for further information in case of an emergency that requires a visit to the hospital. 

The insurance company will provide you with information about hospitals and doctors that can help you in case of need. 

Safety & Security 

The University of Haifa is first and foremost committed to your safety and security. During your orientation session upon arrival to campus, you will be given instructions on how to keep yourself safe while in Israel. Abiding by the following information and guidelines and adopting a sensible behaviour will help you live up to your MultiExperience to the fullest. 

Safety & Security on Campus 

The University has security guards at the entrances to the campus as well as at the entrance to each building.. In case of an emergency, the University of Haifa has a crisis management and evacuation plan in place. 

We advise all visitors to register with the embassy of their home country. Travel Measures 

As international visitors aren’t always aware of places in Israel that may be less safe, we ask that you inform us when you choose to travel out of Haifa, so that we know where you are and can send you security updates when necessary. 

Security on Campus 04-8240340 

General Emergency numbers: 

100 – Police 

101 – Ambulance 

102 – Fire Department 

 

Hospitals 

In cases of emergency, before being admitted to a hospital, it is important to check with your health insurance provider where to go. 

For your convenience, here is a list of the Hospitals in Haifa: 

  • Rambam Health Care Campus 
    Address: 8 HaAliya HaShniya Street, Bat Galim, Haifa 3109601 

Phone number: 04-777-2222 

Website: rambam.org.il 

 

  • Carmel Medical Center 

Address: 7 Michal Street, Haifa 3436212 

Phone numbers: 04-825-0211 
Website: https://hospitals.clalit.co.il/carmel/en/patient-info/Pages/contactus.aspx 

 

  • Bnai Zion Medical Center 

Address: 47 Golomb Street, Haifa 

Phone number: 04-835-9359 

Website: b-zion.org.il 

 

  • Elisha Hospital 

Address: 12 Yair Katz Street, Haifa 

Phone: 04-830-0000 

Website: https://www.elishahospital.com