Moving to Tel Aviv
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You'll need it for the mortgage, arnona and utilities. Banks usually ask for your passport, proof of address and, for new immigrants, your Teudat Oleh. Some branches open accounts for non-residents remotely.
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New immigrants receive an ID number on arrival and book the card at the Population Authority (Misrad HaPnim). Bring your passport and a photo; appointments fill up, so book early.
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Israel has four health funds: Clalit, Maccabi, Meuhedet and Leumit. Registration is usually done at the post office or online once you have an ID number.
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Hebrew classes for new immigrants are subsidised. There are morning, evening and online options in Tel Aviv.
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Registration is through the Tel Aviv-Yafo municipality and depends on your address. The main window is in winter for the following September, but new arrivals can register during the year.
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Arnona is paid to the municipality based on the size and location of the home. Register as the new owner or tenant from your first day; new immigrants may qualify for a discount.
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Electricity is through the Israel Electric Corporation, water through the city's water company and gas through a private supplier. Take meter photos on handover day.
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Sea containers from North America take about 4–8 weeks. New immigrants usually have customs benefits on household goods for a limited period after arrival.
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This is general information and rules change. Verify the details with official sources (the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration, the Population Authority, Tel Aviv-Yafo municipality) before acting.