Tax

Your Taxes: Doing business in Israel in 2026

Israel’s tax treaties and the OECD Multilateral Instrument refine these criteria for foreign companies.

 New Israeli Shekel banknotes and coins, illustrative. November 9, 2021
The illuminated Nativity Facade of the famous Sagrada Familia in Barcelona at blue hour.

Barcelona doubles tourism tax, charging visitors up to €15 a night

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie speaks during the California Democratic Convention in San Francisco, California, US February 21, 2026.

‘Tax the Jews’ chants break out at event held by Jewish mayor of San Francisco

Gunmen stand guard at the funeral of Marwan Issa, a senior Hamas deputy military commander who was killed in an Israeli airstrike during the conflict between Israel and Hamas, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in the central Gaza Strip, February 7, 2025.

US condemns Hamas after video shows terrorists intimidating, extorting Gazans


Service industry staff do not need to pay VAT on tips, Tax Authority confirms

The Tax Authority had initially decided to begin enforcing VAT on tips from June 1, 2025, onwards, but this decision was successfully reversed.

 Tips jar with money on light wooden table in cafe; illustrative

Become Compliant and Claim $1,400: A Six-Week Window for U.S. Expats

U.S. expats have a limited six-week window to become fully compliant with the IRS, avoid penalties, and claim the $1,400 stimulus payment.


Making aliyah to Israel next year? Here are some tax changes to keep in mind - opinion

Stay informed: Keep up with news of the specific reporting requirements from the Israel Tax Authority.

 THE ISRAEL Tax Authority is apparently interpreting ‘mail’ to include email and downloads from the Internet.

US jurist accuses online encyclopedia of ‘disseminating propaganda’ and ‘rewriting history’

Acting attorney for Washington DC, Ed Martin, gave the Wikimedia Foundation until mid-May to comment on legal concerns that may risk their tax-exempt status.

 Wikipedia homepage on the computer screen under magnifying glass. Wikipedia is a free Internet encyclopedia.

Netanyahu denies pushing tax exemption regulations for Milchan

Netanyahu is suspected of allegedly pushing for several regulatory changes that would have been beneficial to his friend while in a position of power.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu looks on at his criminal trial testimony hearing in the Tel Aviv District Court yesterday.

Get ready for a major revolution on Highway 6 starting April 1st

Highway 6, Israel's main transport artery, will undergo major changes starting April 1st, 2025, aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving travel efficiency.

 Part of Highway 6

Not just at Ben Gurion: A new duty-free shop is set to open here

The Israel Airports Authority has published a tender for a duty-free shop at Haifa Airport as part of an upgrade, with a concession for up to 4 years and an option for extension.

 An airplane at Haifa Airport

They can't keep doing reserves forever: Families react to new benefits initiative

The plan includes benefits for combat soldiers and aims to take "meaningful steps" to deepen appreciation and aid for reservists.

 RESERVE SOLDIERS of the Be’eri Battalion.

Your Taxes: What the IDF can learn from Wall Street

How can the IDF prevent a future repeat of the Yom Kippur War or the October 7 massacre? The IDF should get its act together by learning from Wall Street.

 Street sign for Wall Street.

Your Taxes: Will Trump's building plan bring Israeli tax breaks?

Suppose Israelis were able to participate in Trump's construction projects, what would the anticipated Israeli tax consequences be

 U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during the annual National Prayer Breakfast at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., February 6, 2025.