I recently went through the process of obtaining an israeli passport myself and can share my experience. I will immediately note that it is possible to obtain citizenship even if you do not live in Israel permanently, the main thing is to have the right to repatriation and prepare all the necessary documents. The most difficult things for me were collecting certificates of origin, confirmation of Jewish roots and notarized translations of documents. It is also important to check all forms and submission requirements in advance – errors can seriously delay the process. There is indeed a check of the place of residence, but if you provide truthful information about your current address abroad and all documents are in order, this does not create any special problems. Personally, it helped me to thoroughly prepare, consult with official sources and follow the instructions step by step.