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Vocational Training Vouchers for New Immigrants in Kfar Saba
New immigrants are entitled to vocational training vouchers worth up to ₪12,000 for accredited courses — to acquire a trade and integrate into the Israeli labour market.
About Kfar Saba
Kfar Saba hosts an Israeli-Ethiopian community with a concentration of academics and professionals integrated into the regional job market. The city offers quiet neighbourhoods, high quality of life and easy access to transportation and employment centres in the Sharon region.
What are vocational training vouchers?
Vocational training vouchers (Shabbim) are a tool of the Ministry of Aliyah and the Ministry of Economy that allows new immigrants to fund accredited vocational courses — without paying out of pocket.
How much is the voucher worth?
- Up to ₪12,000 for one course or several short courses
- Can be used within 4 years of aliyah
- Full or partial coverage depending on the course type
Which courses are accredited?
- Construction and infrastructure trades (electrician, plumber, painter)
- Entry-level tech (QA, product management, UX)
- Hairdressing and aesthetics
- Childcare and elderly care
- Driving (heavy vehicle / taxi / bus licence)
Who is eligible?
- A new immigrant who has made aliyah in the last 4 years
- Registered with the Ministry of Aliyah
- No age restriction
How to redeem
- Choose a course from the accredited-course list (gov.il → vocational vouchers)
- Request approval from the Ministry of Aliyah — available online
- Register with the training institution using the voucher approval
- The institution receives payment directly from the Ministry of Aliyah
FAQ
Can the voucher be used for an evening course? Yes — most accredited vocational courses offer evening tracks.
What if the course costs more than ₪12,000? You can cover the difference through the Merom scholarship, a special fund, or personal payment.
📞 Ministry of Aliyah hotline: 5454*
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