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Guides | Dealing with Life in Israel

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?

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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

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Aliyah Benefits

In order to facilitate the absorption of new immigrants, the State of Israel grants certain benefits. You can find here a general guideline on eligibility and valid time period of the benefits.
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Aliyah Benefits

The State of Israel grants Olim certain benefits. More...

IDF Service for Olim

Enlisting into the Israeli Army - the IDF - is mandatory for all Israeli citizens of a certain age, for both men and women.
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IDF Service for Olim

Enlisting into the Israeli Army - the IDF - is mandatory for all Israeli citizens . More...

IDF - First Draft Notice

Tzav Rishon, is the name of the first draft notice to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), also called Tzahal.
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IDF - First Draft Notice

Tzav Rishon, is the name of the first draft notice to the Israel Defense Forces. More...

Bituach Leumi

Bituach Leumi, National Insurance Institute, is the government office responsible for social security.
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Bituach Leumi

Bituach Leumi, National Insurance Institute. More...

Higher Education Benefits in Israel

Israel hosts 61 higher education institutions, consisting of 10 universities and 51 colleges and various certificate granting programs throughout the country.
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Higher Education Benefits in Israel

Israel hosts 61 higher education institutions. More...

Renting an Apartment in Israel

A quick guide through the process. Click here

Occupational Therapy License Conversion

In order to become licensed as a Merapah/Merapeh Be’Isuk, Occupational Therapist in Israel, one has to have their studies, including an internship, approved by Misrad HaBriut, the Ministry of Health (MOH).
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Occupational Therapy License Conversion

Learn how to become licensed as a Merapah/Merapeh Be’Isuk. More...

Nursing License Conversion in Israel - PART 1

In order to undergo a Hamarat Rishayon Siyud, Conversion of a Nursing license, there is an application process that includes having your studies and degree approved by Misrad HaBriut (משרד הבריאות) the Ministry of Health (MOH).
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Nursing License Conversion in Israel - PART 1

In order to undergo a Hamarat Rishayon Siyud (המרת רישיון סיעוד), Conversion of a Nursing license More...

Emergency Resources

In Israel, access to essential emergency services and resources is of paramount importance..
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Emergency Resources

In Israel, access to essential emergency services and resources is of paramount importance. More...

Guides | Transportation

Conversion of Driving License

If you can prove that you had a valid foreign driver's license for 5 consecutive years immediately prior to your Aliyah, you are eligible to convert your driver's license without having to take any exams.
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Conversion of Driving License

Convert your foreign driver's license to an Israeli one. More...

Renewing Your Driver´s License

As of October 1, 2021, a driver's license issued for private vehicles, motorcycles, and commercial vehicles up to 12 tons (category A and B) will be valid until age 70 (instead of 10 years).
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Renewing Your Driver´s License

Learn how to renew your dirver's license. More...

Types of Transportation in Israel

Learn about the various types of transportation in Israel, such as bus, train, tram, taxi, etc..
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Types of Transportation in Israel

Learn about the various types of transportation in Israel. More...

Paying for Public Transportation

To use public transportation in Israel you must either have a reloadable Rav-Kav card or use one of the 4 phone apps authorized for this purpose.
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Paying for Public Transportation

You must either have a reloadable Rav-Kav card or use an app. More...

Tips for Drivers

Get some tips to master the Israeli roads and learn the rules for parking.
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Tips for Drivers

Get tips to master the Israeli roads and rules for parking. More...

Buying a New Car with Olim Benefits

Olim, new immigrants, are eligible to purchase new cars in Israel at a reduced tax rate within three years after making Aliyah as part of their Zechuyot, Aliyah benefits.
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Buying a New Car with Olim Benefits

Olim, new immigrants, are eligible to purchase new cars in Israel. More...

How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit

In Israel, as in many other countries, disabled individuals with mobility challenges are entitled to receive a special parking permit for use in a vehicle granting access to marked disabled parking spots and in places where parking is not normally permitted.
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How to Obtain a Disabled Parking Permit

In Israel, as in many other countries, disabled individuals . More...

Guides | Employment

Employment

Check the job offers that match your experience in advance while considering commuting time and working conditions. Contact us for help with any of the steps below.
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Employment

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Preparing Your CV

For the Israeli job market, it is important to keep your CV fairly concise and distinct at the same time. Here are a few guidelines for preparing your CV document for the Israeli job Market.
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Preparing Your CV

Find guidelines for preparing your CV. More...

Writing a Cover Letter

If you are required to add a cover letter to your CV or you wish to do so – this is the suggested structure: The letter should include 3 main paragraphs, but remember to keep them fairly brief.
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Writing a Cover Letter

Learn how to write a cover letter to your CV. More...

Job Search - Best Practices

Once you have your CV and LinkedIn profile updated, you are ready to actively search for a job.
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Job Search - Best Practices

Get tips on searching for a job on the Israeli market. More...

Register as a Freelancer - Osek Patur

The Osek Patur is an individual entrepreneur opening a business without forming a corporate entity (company or partnership). He is therefore exempt from VAT.
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Register as a Freelancer - Osek Patur

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