Customs Benefits

What Customs Benefits Are Available?

New Olim may bring appliances and household goods from any Country tax free. There is no customs on import of household items as long as there are no more than 3 shipments within 3 years

There is a reduced tax when purchasing / leasing or importing a vehicle

No customs on commercial imports for 3 years

Are There Limits On Any Items?

Yes, there are some restrictions

Is There A Time Limitation?

Yes, New Olim can import appliances tax-free for up to three years after making Aliyah. 3 shipments in total are allowed

Who Is Eligible For Customs Benefits?

Oleh Chadash – Eligible by the Law of Return

Ezrach Oleh (Born Abroad to an Israeli parent)

Katin Chozer (Returning Minor)

Returning Resident (limited Customs benefits only)

What Are The Tax Free Items That Can Be Imported?

  • Books, clothing, linens, kitchen utensils, pictures, decorations, media, and general personal effects

  • Furniture for household use

  • One of each type of appliance or electronic equipment, for household use only, i.e., not office or manufacturing equipment

  • Two computers per family

  • Two televisions per family

  • Five cell phones per family

  • Carpeting for up to 25% of the area of the Oleh’s home in Israel

  • Air conditioners, fans and heaters relative to the number of rooms in the family’s new home in Israel

Note: In addition to the two-computer allowance, each family is entitled to bring a third computer but will be charged full import taxes on the third device.


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