Same-sex marriage is not legal in Israel. The Israeli government has registered same-sex marriages performed abroad for some purposes since 2006. However, marriages performed in Israel are only available from one of the 15 religious marriage courts recognized by the state, none of which permit same-sex marriage under their respective auspices. Consequently, Israelis who desire to have their same-sex marriage recognized by the Israeli government must first marry outside Israel, in a jurisdiction where such marriages are legal, and then register upon returning home.