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Child Allowance — Full Rights 2026 in Eilat
Every child up to age 18 is entitled to child allowance. 2026: 162 ILS/month for the first child, increasing with each additional child.
About Eilat
Eilat, the southern port city on the Red Sea, hosts a small Israeli-Ethiopian community with a presence in the hospitality and services sectors. Eilat's real-estate market is unique in its VAT exemption on property purchases, attracting investors and buyers from across the country.
What is Child Allowance?
A monthly payment for every child up to age 18. 2026: 162 ILS/month per child (additional supplements for disabled children, single-parent families).
How to Apply
Apply at BTL within 12 months of birth (retroactive payment available). Online: btl.gov.il → Claims → Child Allowance. Documents: birth certificate + parent ID + bank details.
New Immigrants
Entitled from the date of registration in the population registry — not from birth abroad. Apply immediately upon arrival.
📞 BTL: 08-6709709
Ethiopian community in Eilat
- Community population
- ~1,500
- Share of city
- ~3%
- Main neighbourhoods
- מרכז, צפון אילת
- Community services
- ENP
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FAQ — Eilat
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Eilat?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Eilat numbers approximately ~1,500 residents — around ~3% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: מרכז, צפון אילת.
- How do I claim Child Allowance — Full Rights 2026 in Eilat?
- Contact the Eilat municipal welfare department — they are required to respond within 30 days. For support: ENP.
- What community support is available in Eilat for this right?
- In Eilat, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP.
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