According to Perplexity AI:

"DNA testing is not outright illegal in Israel, but it is heavily regulated. Under the Genetic Information Law, individuals cannot conduct DNA tests without a court order, particularly for familial relationships like paternity[1][2]. While genetic testing can be performed in licensed laboratories, the sale of home DNA testing kits is prohibited[1][2][3]. Thus, while access to DNA testing exists, it is subject to strict legal limitations aimed at protecting privacy and preventing misuse of genetic information.

"Citations:

[1] Fact Check: No, DNA Tests in Israel Are Not Illegal, But There Are ... https://www.yahoo.com/news/fact-check-no-dna-tests-230000258.html

[2] Want to fully understand your family genealogy? Not without a court ... https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/want-to-fully-understand-your-family-genealogy-not-without-a-court-order-585230

[3] DNA test for repatriation to Israel | WRAI https://welcome-israel.com/blog/repatriation-to-israel-through-a-dna-test

[4] Israel's DNA wars: Forbidden Tests - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJypUyVP8nI

[5] Is it true that DNA testing is illegal in Israel : r/23andme - Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/23andme/comments/17kiuz2/is_it_true_that_dna_testing_is_illegal_in_israel/

[6] Alex Leo on X: "DNA testing is not banned in Israel and that is just ... https://x.com/AlexMLeo/status/1742016086009094486?lang=en

[7] Does Israel BAN DNA testing? #jewishunpacked #dna #testing https://www.instagram.com/jewishunpacked/reel/DDCjeqyP5ep/