Senior Pension Supplement — National Insurance
Monthly income supplement from National Insurance for citizens 67+ with low income. Amount depends on family status, age, and years of residency.
Who is eligible?
- Israeli citizens aged 67+ (men 67, women 65 — gradually rising)
- 10+ years of residency in Israel before applying
- Family income below a calibrated ceiling (combined pension + other sources)
What's included?
- Basic old-age pension: scaled by years of residency
- Income supplement: for those without pension or with low pension
- Seniority bonus: per year of residency beyond 10
- Spouse supplement: for a partner without their own pension
How to apply
- Login to btl.gov.il — personal account
- File "Old-age pension claim" + attach ID + income proofs
- If needed — visit the nearest branch
- Community members who immigrated late in life — residency periods may include time in Ethiopia in some cases (per bilateral agreements)
📞 National Insurance senior line: 02-6463555 | *6050
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