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Klita Basket — Absorption Aid for New Immigrants in Netanya
Monthly cash payment to new immigrants during the first year post-aliyah. Amount varies by family status and age.
About Netanya
Netanya is one of Israel's largest hubs of the Israeli-Ethiopian community, with a particularly strong presence in the Dora, Neot Shaked and Kiryat Nordau neighbourhoods. Alongside the established community, many younger families are looking for housing in the area — including through the active urban-renewal projects across the city.
Who is eligible?
New immigrants who registered with the Ministry of Aliyah within 12 months of arrival.
What does the basket include?
- Fixed monthly payment (scaled by family size)
- One-time first-home grant
- Transportation cost coverage in the first year
- Ulpan (Hebrew study) voucher
- Extended health coverage for six months
How to apply
- Register at the Ministry of Aliyah absorption desk — within 30 days of arrival
- Present immigrant ID + aliyah confirmation
- Open a bank account for the monthly payments
- Choose an ulpan and start classes (required for full payment)
📞 Ministry of Aliyah hotline: 5454* (Hebrew/English/Amharic)
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