New immigrants and returning israelis will receive a full income tax exemption for two years.

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The Israeli government has announced a major initiative to encourage immigration: starting in 2026, new immigrants (known as olim) and Israelis returning to the country after many years abroad will receive a special welcome with a full income tax exemption for two years

This measure, considered a true revolution in immigration policy, was presented by Ministers Bezalel Smotrich (Finance) and Ofir Sofer (Aliyah and Integration).

The goal is to attract qualified professionals, entrepreneurs, and Jewish investors, especially at a time of rising antisemitism worldwide and changes in tax rules in several Western countries.

Under the new plan, those who make aliyah or return in 2026 will pay no income tax on earnings of up to 1 million shekels per year during 2026 and 2027.

After this initial period of total exemption, taxation will gradually increase: 10% in 2028, 20% in 2029, and reaching 30% in 2030, always respecting the income limit.

In addition, the reform maintains existing benefits, such as tax exemption on income from abroad for up to 10 years and the possibility of receiving tax credit points that help reduce taxes.

The ministers emphasized that this initiative is not just a promise, but a concrete action plan.

Smotrich stated that Zionism has always relied on three pillars: security, settlement, and immigration, and that 2026 will mark a real and practical change to strengthen aliyah.

Sofer concluded by saying that the government has spent the last few years improving the infrastructure for welcoming and integrating new residents, and is now offering a professional and well-founded reform to ensure that everyone feels at home in Israel.

With this “tax-free welcome,” the country hopes to boost economic growth, innovation, and development, reinforcing the idea that Israel is the home of every Jewish man and woman in the world.

Published in 03/06/2026 13h54

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