Aliyah.
New immigrants are given different statuses depending on the age, family status and previous residence in Israel. The possible benefits include: absorption basket (sal klita), income insurance, customs tax grant, housing and employment incentives.
New immigrants are exempt from paying taxes on furniture and household items and appliances from any country. Importing a car is a complex process, but there are tax reductions provided there is a valid international (issued 3 months prior to aliyah) and israeli license. Tax benefits are valid until 3 years from aliyah date.
Upon making aliyah you receive a cash payment followed by 6 monthly installments (depending on age and family status). New immigrants receive monetary benefits including: arnona, health care and tax reductions, free ulpan, education scholarships and rent/mortgage aid.
There are many forms and papers to provide and be filled in including: aliyah questionaire, health declaration, entries and exits to and from Israel, birth/marriage certificate and eligability documents. There is also an interview where you will be asked about your jewish background, family status, israeli past, health condition, 3 years previous employment history, motivation for aliyah and aliyah and absorption planning.
There are many sites and contacts that can help with the aliyah process, if you have any questions just send us an email and we shall get back to you.
