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Guides | First Steps in Israel

Landing in Israel

Upon your arrival in Israel, the beginning of the registration process will take place at the airport itself. It is therefore important to have all the necessary documents with you in your hand luggage!
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Landing in Israel

Have all the necessary documents with you when arriving! More...

First Steps in Israel

After having made Aliyah, there are a number of things to do. These are the first steps of Klita you should take.
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First Steps in Israel

These are the first steps you should take having made Aliya. More...

Opening a Bank Account

First of all you should open a bank account. It is important to have an active bank account in order to be able to continue with the next steps.
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Opening a Bank Account

First of all you should open a bank account. More...

Visit at Misrad HaKlita

At the Misrad HaKlita (Ministry of Immigration & Absorption) you will meet your personal counselor who will assist you during your first years in Israel.
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Visit at Misrad HaKlita

Go to the Ministry of Immigration & Absorption. More...

Health Insurance

Every Israeli resident must be registered with one of the 4 Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs): Clalit, Maccabi, Meuhedet, Leumit.
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Health Insurance

Register with a HMO: Meuhedet, Clalit, Leumit, or Maccabi. More...

Ulpan

Learning Hebrew is essential for Olim (new immigrants) in Israel. This guide will help you navigate the process of enrolling in an Ulpan.
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Ulpan

Learning Hebrew is essential for Olim (new immigrants) in Israel. More...

Daycare & Education

The educational system differs in every country. We are providing an overview of the educational frameworks in order for you to know where to register your children.
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Daycare & Education

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Hebrew - Short Dictionary

Lost in Hebrew? Don’t worry, you are going to manage! Meanwhile, download Google Translate and find here some useful translations of important terms.
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Hebrew - Short Dictionary

Find here some useful translations of important terms. More...

How to Make an Appointment at the Misrad HaPnim?

Learn here how to make an appointment at the Misrad HaPnim through the MyVisit-App.
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How to Make an Appointment at the Misrad HaPnim?

Learn how to make an appointment at the Misrad HaPnim. Click here

How to Set Up Your MyGov Account

Learn here how to set up your MyGov account.
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How to Set Up Your MyGov Account

Learn how to set up your MyGov account. Click here