Practical guides for people considering Aliyah or returning to Israel. Understand the decisions, costs, benefits, rights and preparations involved before you make the move.
Start with a guide tailored to where you live. Explore documentation, finances, housing, schools and the practical decisions involved in moving to Israel.
Paperwork, finances, schools and settling into Israel.
Read the guide →French-language guide to the process, housing, schools and finances.
Read the guide →UK documentation, pensions, money transfers and family relocation.
Read the guide →Applications, US tax considerations, housing and family planning.
Read the guide →Estimate monthly living costs in Israel, one-time relocation expenses and how long your savings might last. Adjust the figures for your household and plans to build a more realistic financial picture.
Calculate your Aliyah budget →Illustrative estimates only. Personalize and verify figures before making financial decisions.
Start with the life you want, then build your move around it. This planning guide helps individuals and families think through the choices that shape everyday life after moving to Israel.
A practical overview of important benefits and rights to investigate, with reminders to verify personal eligibility using current official Israeli sources.
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The guides give you the framework. These practical resources help you explore the major decisions in more detail.
Understand the overall process and the practical steps involved in preparing for Aliyah.
Explore benefits and assistance that may be available to eligible new Olim.
Think through savings, income, housing and the financial cushion needed for your move.
Plan around housing, food, transport, family expenses and different lifestyle levels.
Compare locations based on lifestyle, family needs, community, work and budget.
Explore practical considerations for building everyday life after the move.
A first-time Oleh and an Israeli returning after living abroad may qualify for different benefits, tax treatment and assistance. The amount of time spent abroad and your personal circumstances can also matter.
Use our guides as a planning starting point, but verify current eligibility and rules with the relevant Israeli government authority before making financial, tax, immigration or relocation decisions.
Not sure where in Israel fits your family, lifestyle and budget? We are building an interactive planning experience based on the questions in our Ultimate Guide to help turn your priorities into a clearer personal relocation profile.
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