Tax

Israel Tax Authority official questioned by Lahav 433 over alleged privacy, misconduct offenses

A few months ago, the senior official allegedly locked the door of his office while an employee was inside, confiscated the employee's mobile phone, and attempted to review recordings.

An Israel Police officer standing outside the headquarters of Lahav 433 - The National Crime Unit; illustrative.
Humanitarian aid enters the Gaza Strip via the Kerem Shalom Crossing, November 17, 2025; illustrative.

IDF indicts two soldiers for smuggling cigarettes, stealing ammo, tax offenses linked with Gaza

Former US president Barack Obama and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel visit a campaign office in Chicago February 19, 2015. Obama appeared side-by-side on Thursday with then-Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel, his former chief of staff.

From ally to critic: Rahm Emanuel rethinks US-Israel ties - opinion

 Illustration of  Israeli shekels, September 24, 2023

Your Taxes: So you want to acquire an Israeli company?


Air for NIS 40? Italy finds another way to scam tourists

While you're taking selfies at Lake Como, others are packing its air into cans and selling it for NIS 40. This new venture causing a stir in Italy proves that there’s a buyer for everything.

Como Lake. Italy.

China Gold Imports Slump as New Tax Rule Looms

Gold traders divert shipments from China as proposed customs rule threatens hefty new taxes on imports. September volumes hit 6-month low. Peru copper supplies at risk

 China Gold Imports Slump as New Tax Rule Looms

Trump proposes key tax break for US citizens living abroad, pledges to end double taxation

Trump's proposal could simplify tax obligations for US citizens abroad, addressing the complexities they currently face.

REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTIAL nominee and former US president Donald Trump makes a campaign speech in Savannah, Georgia, earlier this week. Trump expects to lose the election and is setting up the Jews to take the fall, the writer maintains.

The state slaughters its cash cow: Where will the money come from for the war?

The tax authority continues to plan sanctions to push real estate investors out, claiming this will help young buyers. But when taxes rise to cover war deficits, young people will pay the price.


Your Taxes: Calling US and French immigrants to Israel

As always, consult experienced tax advisors in each country at an early stage in specific cases.

 Income Tax and Property Tax Department at the Finance Ministry

Economy is the next front of Israel's existential war, and it's losing - analysis

Israel's adherence to ineffective systems without regulation could lead to a dangerous cycle.

 WORKERS FROM the hi-tech sector protest against the proposed changes to the legal system, in Tel Aviv, on Tuesday.

Illegal handling fees for FedEx shipments to Israel

Consumer Protection Authority to fine FedEx for unauthorized charges on overseas orders to Israel; FedEx denies claims contradicting consumer laws.

  FedEx enters the Israeli market but does not bring a substantial solution to the needs of e-commerce merchants.

We will pay three times: The dream country decided to raise tourist tax

New Zealand triples its tourist tax to cover environmental costs, raising concerns in the tourism industry about global competitiveness.

 New Zealand

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

Reduced tax rate for early training fund withdrawals until year-end

Tax Authority offers reduced tax rate of up to 15% for early withdrawals from training funds until year-end, aiming to assist households during challenging times.