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Child Allowance — Full Rights 2026 in Kiryat Shmona
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 Kiryat Shmona
Kiryat Shmona, located in the Upper Galilee, hosts a small Israeli-Ethiopian community that enjoys the scenery and proximity to nature. The real-estate market offers properties at very low prices, alongside known security challenges.
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 Kiryat Shmona
- Community population
- ~1,000
- Share of city
- ~6%
- Main neighbourhoods
- מרכז, דרום
- Community services
- ENP, מרכז קהילתי
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FAQ — Kiryat Shmona
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Kiryat Shmona?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Kiryat Shmona numbers approximately ~1,000 residents — around ~6% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: מרכז, דרום.
- How do I claim Child Allowance — Full Rights 2026 in Kiryat Shmona?
- Contact the Kiryat Shmona municipal welfare department — they are required to respond within 30 days. For support: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.
- What community support is available in Kiryat Shmona for this right?
- In Kiryat Shmona, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.
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