Immigrants in israel

IDF unveils ‘Olim Al Bet’ program for fast-track immigrant reserve enlistment

The IDF said the program is open to Olim with a basic command of Hebrew and requires a commitment to active reserve service of approximately five years, subject to operational needs.

 IDF reservists joining the "David Brigades," the five new reservist brigades announced by IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi, December 17, 2024.
A poster of nine-year-old Haymanut Kasau, who has been missing since 2023, seen on December 18, 2025

MK Tsega Melaku: Missing girl Haymanut Kasau ignored for nearly two years - interview

Aliyah Ministry closes 2025 with 21,900 new immigrants, growth from France and UK AI

Aliyah Ministry closes 2025 with 21,900 new immigrants, growth from France and UK

Micol Radzik on the Tayelet in Tel Aviv, 2019.

From visiting to belonging: Micol Radzik's path to aliyah


Even in the shadow of the war, 31,000 new immigrants arrived in Israel this year

"This immigration symbolizes the deep attachment of the Jewish people to their country," Ofir Sofer, the Aliyah and Integration Minister, said.

 French Jews arrive in Israel for Aliyah, August 1, 2024.

Israel announces new tax benefits for olim: What are they and how do they work? - opinion

To attract more individuals to migrate, the finance minister has introduced a new tax relief that lowers the purchase tax rates for residential property transactions involving new immigrants.

Olim from North America arrive on a special " Aliyah flight" to the Ben Gurion airport

No matter how bad the threats, this is why Jews won't flee Israel - opinion

How could I leave when my country needed me? How do I get on a plane when so many of my friends in Israel can’t because they don’t have a second passport?

 DIZENGOFF SQUARE in Tel Aviv, which had become a symbol of disunity last Yom Kippur over the placement of a prayer partition between men and women, transformed into a hub after October 7 for anyone who needed to grieve, the writer notes.

Israel eases immigrants credential transfer with new licensing plan, legislation

Israel is easing professional credential transfers for new immigrants, with new legislation to streamline licensing for various professions starting October.

 Simcha Rothman speaking at the Knesset on 6.8.2024

Knesset passes landmark law, easing integration of foreign lawyers into Israel's legislative system

The Knesset has approved a major reform in the Lawyers' Law, paving the way for easier recognition of foreign legal degrees and expanded opportunities for international attorneys in Israel.

 The Knesset approves amendment to Lawyers' Law: changes in recognition of foreign degrees and easements for foreign attorneys. 5 August 2024

Come what may, and despite all odds, Israel is home for the Jewish people - editorial

A poll by the Jewish People Policy found that almost a quarter of Jewish Israelis, if they had the practical means, would emigrate from Israel, shining light on the challenges of living in Israel.

 New immigrants from USA and Canada arrive on a special " Aliyah Flight 2016" on behalf of Nefesh B'Nefesh organization, at Ben Gurion airport in central Israel on August 17, 2016.

Aliyah form mentioning mental illness sees new change

The previous form, dating to 2014, which immigrants had to fill to change their status from tourist to immigrant, included a clause mentioning whether the immigrant suffered from a mental illness.

An illustration picture shows a new Israeli passport and an Old Israeli passport with American Visa in Jerusalem, on January 18, 2023.

The modern exodus and messianic fulfillment is today's Israel - opinion

We can project that since Israel is the Exodus of our millennium, it will be at the center of the developing Jewish culture going forward. The Jewish origin story is the origin of our modern nation.

 A MAN blows the shofar to mark Independence Day at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron.

Hundreds of French doctors attend first medical aliyah expo in Europe

Attendees interested in making aliyah and continuing in the medical field received information, advice, and assistance in jump-starting their lives in Israel.

 French doctors visit the booths at the Paris Medex conference.

From the US, Russia, and Ethiopia: New IDF combat recruits represent broad diversity

The recruitment plans were adapted to the needs of the military in all the units and brigades to continue to provide a continuous operational response in combat in various sectors.

IDF soldiers in training