The Consulate General of Israel to the Midwest is part of Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.  The Midwest Consulate's jurisdiction covers an 11-state region, including Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. The consulate provides services such as media relations, cultural programs, speakers, visas, notarization of public documents, passports for Israeli citizens, army status and other services.