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Rental Assistance for New Immigrants — Guide 2026 in Acre
New immigrants are entitled to rental assistance for up to 36 months: single 2,000 ILS/month, couple 3,100, family with children up to 4,400 ILS/month.
About Acre
Acre, the historic northern port city, hosts a small Israeli-Ethiopian community that enjoys the city's unique atmosphere. Acre's real-estate market offers properties at accessible prices, including properties in the Old City and the newer neighbourhoods.
Who is Eligible?
Every new immigrant (oleh) is entitled to rental assistance from the Ministry of Aliya and Integration. The assistance is given instead of staying in a government absorption centre, not in addition to it.
2026 Monthly Amounts (ILS)
| Household | Monthly Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | 2,000 |
| Couple, no children | 3,100 |
| Couple + 1 child | 3,700 |
| Couple + 2 children | 4,100 |
| Couple + 3+ children | 4,400 |
Duration
Year 1: full amount | Year 2: 75% | Year 3: 50% | After 36 months: ends.
How to Apply
- Contact the Jewish Agency before arriving, or the Ministry of Aliya branch within 30 days of aliya
- Documents: teudat oleh, signed rental contract, bank account details
- The lease must be in your name with a full address
📞 Ministry of Aliya: *3450
Ethiopian community in Acre
- Community population
- ~1,500
- Share of city
- ~4%
- Main neighbourhoods
- הצפון, המזרח
- Community services
- ENP
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FAQ — Acre
- How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Acre?
- The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Acre numbers approximately ~1,500 residents — around ~4% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: הצפון, המזרח.
- How do I claim Rental Assistance for New Immigrants — Guide 2026 in Acre?
- Apply via the Government Housing Authority website or the local Ministry of Construction office in Acre. For support: ENP.
- What community support is available in Acre for this right?
- In Acre, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP.
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