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Three people. Three paths. One journey home. This is their aliyah Story

A new ynet Global vlog series, in partnership with Nefesh B'Nefesh, follows three North Americans as they embark on their aliyah journeys and begin building their lives in Israel

ynet Global | 07.19.26

Why you don’t pay thousands for healthcare in Israel, and why that feels suspicious at first

What is kupat holim? How does Israel’s universal healthcare system actually work, why there’s no bill after a doctor visit and what every new immigrant should know before getting care

ynet Global | 07.16.26

New to Israel? How new immigrants can avoid costly banking mistakes | Part 2

In part 2: from everyday fees to managing foreign currency, new immigrants face hidden banking costs; Gila Yosef, Manager of Bank Leumi’s Netanya branch, explains how to stay in control and avoid small expenses that quickly add up

ynet Global | 07.13.26

Clalit_Why family doctors are key to healthcare

Why family doctors are key to navigating Israel’s healthcare system for new immigrants

Clalit physicians say community medicine, continuity of care and personal relationships help olim adapt to Israel’s healthcare system; doctors stress that choosing the right family physician matters more than choosing the most familiar health fund name; ‘You need someone you feel you can count on’

David Matline | 06.21.26

Eyal Efrat, head of the banking division at Bank Leumi

For new olim, Israel’s banking system does not have to be a culture shock

Eyal Efrat, Australian-raised banking executive says Israel’s financial system can feel confusing at first, but olim can navigate it by learning the key differences in credit cards, overdrafts, fees and mortgages even before they arrive

ynet Global | 06.14.26

Why paying in installments is so common in Israel?

A guide for new immigrants to Israel’s installment culture, how ‘tashlumim’ actually works, when it can help manage costs and what should you pay attention to

ynet Global | 06.10.26

A guide for olim: How to open an Israeli bank account in 5 steps

From landing at Ben Gurion Airport to accessing your first shekel, opening a bank account is one of the most urgent and confusing steps for olim; here’s how to navigate it quickly, what banks offer and what to prepare in advance

ynet Global | 06.10.26

The new oleh’s guide to Israeli mortgages

From currency risks to credit gaps, new immigrants entering Israel’s housing market face a steep learning curve; understanding the system, costs and pitfalls is key to avoiding costly mistakes

ynet Global | 06.10.26

‘There is never a perfect time, but when the heart says come home, you have to listen’

More than 43,000 immigrants have arrived in Israel since October 7, many of them young and on their own; at a first-of-its-kind event in Tel Aviv, hundreds of new immigrants met dozens of organizations working to make the complex absorption process a little less daunting

ynet Global | 02.09.26

Israel launches global outreach to Jewish communities amid rising antisemitism

Government seeks input from diaspora to shape new Aliyah incentives and remove barriers to immigration; survey aims to gather anonymous feedback from Jews worldwide; initiative follows special ministerial meeting led by Prime Minister Netanyahu

ynet Global | 01.25.26

More than 4,100 Jews from North America immigrated to Israel in 2025

Aliyah from North America hits four-year high in 2025, driven by post-war solidarity

More than 4,100 Jews from North America made aliyah in 2025, a 12% increase from last year and the highest figure in four years; Many cited solidarity with Israel since the war as a key motivation, with Jerusalem the top destination

ynet Global | 12.29.25

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