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There are many reasons why individuals may choose to retire in Israel, including immigration benefits, social services, special senior citizen discounts, healthcare benefits, or to be with family, to name a few.

The healthcare system in Israel is a universal healthcare system which accepts every applicant regardless of age or pre-existing conditions.

The Government, through the National Insurance Institute, provides financial assistance and services to the older population. Retirees can also receive senior citizen certificates which provide discounts and benefits to senior citizens.

Immigration benefits

The State of Israel grants qualifying new immigrants to Israel a plethora of special immigration benefits, both services and financial. Some of the new immigrant benefits include:

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý a free one-way flight to Israel

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý rental assistance

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý customs benefits including import shipment discounts

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý Ulpan – free Hebrew language classes

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý Sal Klita – six months of financial assistance with living expenses

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý free health insurance for one year

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý discount on property taxes

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   •ÌýÌýÌýÌý income tax benefits, and