TREE OF KNOWLEDGE
- 1.2.1Border Control and Customs
- 1.2.1.1Passing Border Control in Israel: Step-by-Step Guide
- 1.2.1.2Import and Export of Goods: What Can and Cannot Be Brought Into Israel
- 1.2.1.3Additional Border Screening: What It Is and How the Procedure Works
- 1.2.2Repatriation
- 1.2.2.100Where to Start: Basic Document Checklist for Repatriation (Aliyah)
- 1.2.2.101Where to Get Your First Repatriation (Aliyah) Consultation
- 1.2.2.102Online Steps of Preparing for Repatriation
- 1.2.2.103Receiving Your Teudat Oleh Upon Arrival in Israel
- 1.2.2.104Receiving Teudat Oleh When Changing Status Inside Israel
- 1.2.2.105Replacing a Lost Teudat Oleh
- 1.2.2.106Absorption Basket (Sal Klita): How to Calculate and Receive It
- 1.2.2.107Housing Benefits for New Olim
- 1.2.2.108Tax Benefits for New Immigrants
- 1.2.2.109Choosing Your First Ulpan After Making Aliyah
- 1.2.2.110Ulpan for Working Olim: How to Combine Hebrew Study With Full-Time Employment
- 1.2.2.111Changing Your Ulpan or Level Mid-Course
- 1.2.2.112Aliyah for Mixed Families: Required Documents
- 1.2.2.113Status of the Non-Jewish Spouse: What Rights Are Granted
- 1.2.2.114Children in Mixed Families: Required Documents for Aliyah
- 1.2.3Health Funds and Insurance
- 1.2.3.200What Are Health Funds (Kupot Holim) and Why You Need One
- 1.2.3.201How to Choose the Right Health Fund (Kupat Holim)
- 1.2.3.202How to Register with a Health Fund After Arrival
- 1.2.3.203What Is Basic Health Insurance in Israel
- 1.2.3.204How Basic Health Insurance Contributions Are Paid
- 1.2.3.206What Is Supplementary Health Insurance (Shaban)
- 1.2.3.207How to Choose Supplementary Health Insurance
- 1.2.3.208How to Enroll in Supplementary Insurance in Your Health Fund
- 1.2.4Banks
- 1.2.4.300How a New Immigrant Can Open a Bank Account
- 1.2.4.301How to Choose a Bank for Opening an Account
- 1.2.4.302Opening a Bank Account Online: Possibilities and Limitations
- 1.2.4.303Online Banking in Israel: Where to Start
- 1.2.4.304Digital Banking Services: Transfers, Payments, and Online Operations
- 1.2.4.305Online Banking Security: How to Protect Your Money
- 1.2.4.306Debit and Credit Cards in Israel: What You Need to Know
- 1.2.4.307Loans and Installments: How It Works in Israel
- 1.2.4.308What Is Overdraft (Minus) and How to Use It Safely
- 1.2.5Transport
- 1.2.5.400What Is a Rav-Kav Card and Why You Need It
- 1.2.5.401How to Apply for and Receive a Rav-Kav Card
- 1.2.5.402How to Pay for Public Transport: Rav-Kav, QR Tickets, and Apps
- 1.2.5.403How to Use Bus Companies in Israel
- 1.2.5.404Differences Between Bus Companies in Israel
- 1.2.5.405How to File Complaints or Check Route Updates
- 1.2.5.406How to Use Israel Railways
- 1.2.5.407Long-Distance Train Travel and Transfers
- 1.2.5.408Discounts and Reduced Fares on Israel Railways
- 1.2.5.409How to Use Taxis in Israel: What Newcomers Should Know
- 1.2.5.410Popular Mobile Apps for Ordering Taxis
- 1.2.5.411Safety and Complaints When Using Taxis
- 1.2.6Cars and Roads
- 1.2.6.500Buying a car in Israel: where to start
- 1.2.6.501Car rental in Israel: how to choose a company and conditions
- 1.2.6.502How to check a car before buying
- 1.2.6.503What is Kvish 6 and toll roads in Israel
- 1.2.6.504How to register and pay for Kvish 6
- 1.2.6.505How to control toll-road expenses and check bills
- 1.2.6.506Getting an Israeli driver’s license: first steps
- 1.2.6.507Exchanging a foreign driver’s license for an Israeli one
- 1.2.6.508Renewing and replacing a driver’s license in Israel
- 1.2.7Housing
- 1.2.7.600Renting Housing in Israel: Where to Look and What to Check
- 1.2.7.601Signing a Rental Agreement: Which Clauses Protect the Tenant
- 1.2.7.602How to Safely Rent an Apartment Without an Agent
- 1.2.7.603Rental Contract in Israel: Clauses That Should Always Be Included
- 1.2.7.604Tenant Rights: What You Are Entitled to by Law
- 1.2.7.605How to Properly Hand Over an Apartment When Moving Out
- 1.2.7.606How to Check an Apartment Legally: Tabu, Debts, and Property Status
- 1.2.7.607How to Connect Utilities When Moving Into an Apartment
- 1.2.7.608Discounts and Benefits for Arnona and Utility Bills
- 1.2.7.609Short‑Term Rentals and Subletting: What to Watch Out For
- 1.2.7.610Mortgage in Israel: Basic Types and Approval Process
- 1.2.7.611Government Support for Renters and Mortgage Subsidies
- 1.2.7.612Social Housing in Israel: Main Companies and How the System Works
- 1.2.7.613How to Obtain Social Housing: Eligibility, Documents, and Application
- 1.2.7.614Government Programs for Affordable and Discounted Housing in Israel
- 1.2.8Work
- 1.2.8.1What Taxes Exist in Israel and Who Must Pay Them
- 1.2.8.2Tax Benefits and Credits for New Immigrants (Olim)
- 1.2.8.3How to Check Your Tax Status and Apply for Refunds
- 1.2.9Tourism
- 1.2.9.800Traveling Abroad from Israel: Required Documents and Checks
- 1.2.9.801Customs Rules for Departing and Entering Israel
- 1.2.9.802Traveler Tips: How to Prepare for an International Flight
- 1.2.9.803Traveling Across Israel: Best Nature Routes from North to South
- 1.2.9.804Historical and Cultural Routes of Israel
- 1.2.9.805Practical Tips for Domestic Tourism in Israel
- 1.2.10Safety and Emergency
- 1.2.10.900Sirens and Air-Raid Alerts in Israel: How the “Red Color” System Works
- 1.2.10.901Best Apps for Tracking Alerts in Israel
- 1.2.10.902How to Behave During a Siren: Safety Rules and Common Mistakes
- 1.2.10.903How to Find the Nearest Shelter or MAMAD
- 1.12.10.904Preparing Your MAMAD for Emergencies
- 1.2.10.905Rules of Conduct in Shelters and MAMAD During Alerts
- 1.2.10.906Emergency Phone Numbers in Israel: A Complete Help List
- 1.2.10.907How to Talk to Emergency Operators (100/101/102)
- 1.2.10.908Family Emergency Contact Card: How to Prepare and Where to Keep It
- 1.2.11Education
- 1.2.11.1000Recognition of Foreign Diplomas in Israel: General Process for New Immigrants
- 1.2.11.1001How to Submit Your Diploma for Recognition: Documents, Translations, Timing
- 1.2.11.1002Recognition of Diplomas for Medical, Engineering, and Teaching Professions
- 1.2.11.1003Preschool Education in Israel: Types of Kindergartens and Age Requirements
- 1.2.11.1004How to Enroll a Child in a Municipal Kindergarten
- 1.2.11.1005Children’s and Parents’ Rights in Kindergarten
- 1.2.11.1006Structure of School Education in Israel and the Path to Bagrut
- 1.2.11.1007How to Choose a School in Israel: District, Educational Stream, and Special Programs
- 1.2.11.1008Bagrut Exams: Study Units, Minimum Requirements, and Retakes
- 1.2.12Taxes and Benefits
- 1.2.12.1100What Taxes Exist in Israel and Who Must Pay Them
- 1.2.12.1101Tax Benefits and Credits for New Immigrants (Olim)
- 1.2.12.1102How to Check Your Tax Status and Apply for Refunds
- 1.2.13Army
- 1.2.13.1200Structure of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF)
- 1.2.13.1201Israeli Draft System: Statuses and Categories
- 1.2.13.1202Benefits for Soldiers: Lone Soldier, Support, and Payments
- 1.2.14Communication
- 1.2.14.1300Mobile Communication in Israel: Main Operators and How to Choose a Plan
- 1.2.14.1301Mobile Subscriber Rights in Israel
- 1.2.14.1302How to Connect Mobile Service in Israel: Step-by-Step Guide for New Immigrants
- 1.2.15Cities of Israel
- 1.2.15.1Nahariya — city overview and municipal contacts
- 1.2.15.2Ashdod — city overview and municipal contacts
- 1.2.15.3Eilat — resort city overview and municipal contacts
- 1.2.15.4Tzfat — historical city overview and municipal contacts
- 1.2.15.5Haifa — city overview and municipal contacts
- 1.2.15.6Jerusalem — capital of Israel: history, municipal services, and key institutions
- 1.2.15.7Kiryat Motzkin — city overview and municipal contacts