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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?

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

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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IDF - First Draft Notice

The First Draft Notice from the IDF is called Tzav Rishon in Hebrew. New Olim typically receive the summons letter at their home address.
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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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Aliyah Benefits

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

IDF - First Draft Notice

The First Draft Notice from the IDF is called Tzav Rishon. More...

IDF Service for Olim

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

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...

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

Check the job offers that match your experience. More...

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

To register as an individual entrepreneur, click here.