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NII Benefits for Discharged Soldiers — All Allowances in Be'er Sheva
A discharged soldier is entitled to NII benefits: health insurance, 30-day unemployment buffer and more depending on circumstances. Contact NII on day one.
About Be'er Sheva
Be'er Sheva, the largest city in the south, hosts a growing Israeli-Ethiopian community, with a notable second-generation presence around Ben-Gurion University and regional educational institutions. The city offers a wide range of properties and housing opportunities alongside ongoing infrastructure and development projects.
On Discharge Day
A discharged IDF soldier receives a "discharge certificate" — a critical document. Don't lose it.
NII Benefits for Discharged Soldiers
Immediate health insurance: from discharge day, full coverage until registering with a health fund (30 days). Automatic — no action needed.
30-day unemployment: unlike regular employees, discharged soldiers don't need to prove job-seeking for the first 30 days. Register at Employment Service on discharge day.
Academic study reimbursement: soldiers starting studies within 3 months of discharge may receive tuition reimbursement — check with the academic institution.
Rehabilitation grant: soldiers who developed medical issues during service (back, head injury, PTSD) — apply to the Rehabilitation Division within 1 year.
📞 BTL: 08-6709709 | Rehabilitation Division: 03-7381111
Ethiopian community in Be'er Sheva
- Community population
- ~10,000
- Share of city
- ~5%
- Main neighbourhoods
- שכ' ד', שכ' ה', שכ' א'
- Community services
- ENP, אוניברסיטת בן גוריון, עמותות מקומיות
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FAQ — Be'er Sheva
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Be'er Sheva?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Be'er Sheva numbers approximately ~10,000 residents — around ~5% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: שכ' ד', שכ' ה', שכ' א'.
- How do I claim NII Benefits for Discharged Soldiers — All Allowances in Be'er Sheva?
- Apply via the relevant government body in Be'er Sheva. For support: ENP, אוניברסיטת בן גוריון, עמותות מקומיות.
- What community support is available in Be'er Sheva for this right?
- In Be'er Sheva, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, אוניברסיטת בן גוריון, עמותות מקומיות.
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