Frequently Asked Questions

Who is a new immigrant?
An immigrant is a person who has come to Israel and received the status of ‘oleh’ (new immigrant) from the Ministry of the Interior under the Law of Return 5710-1950.
 Those with oleh status are entitled to special assistance granted to new immigrants by government agencies and other organizations, according to the criteria set forth for each subject.
For additional information and to learn about the rights of new immigrants click here.

Who is a returning resident? (toshav hozer)
Returning resident is an Israeli citizen who has resided abroad for at least two years.
For additional information and to learn about the rights of returning residents, click here.

What is the Authority for Small Businesses?
The Authority was set up to be an agency that formulates policy that can assist businesses and initiatives, a body which would formulate policy for promoting small and medium-sized businesses, and assist entrepreneurs, as well as serve as the focus for activity in this field and coordinate the work of various bodies active in this area. The main objective of the Authority is to assist entrepreneurs in surmounting the obstacles and difficulties facing them.

What is MATI?
MATI or the Entrepreneurial Promotion Centers,  acts as a one stop shop , one central address for the business owner or entrepreneur, where he can find a package of services provided for his benefit or receive guidance and information about other relevant tools operated by various organizations and agencies for his benefit.
For more information click here.

What is the purpose of the site?
The purpose of this site is to serve as a vehicle for information and advice to the new immigrant and returning resident who wish to come to Israel with their business or to set up a new business in Israel.

How can I get personal advice about the business idea that I wish to set up in Israel?
Click on personal advice, fill out a short form, and one of our advisers will contact you.

What information must I provide to get business advice?
In order to get preliminary advice, you will be asked to fill out a short questionnaire. If necessary, we will ask you to fill out an expanded version of the questionnaire that will be sent to you by e-mail.

Is there a fee for this advice?
No.  The consultancy service is paid for by the Ministry of Immigration and Absorption and the  Authority for Small and Medium-sized Businesses in Israel.

Is the information that I send kept confidential?
Absolutely. Your personal information is sent only to your personal business adviser.

What are business profiles?
Business profiles are an analysis of the types of industry operating in Israel. In the profile, you can learn about the level of competition in the industry, rates of profitability, barriers to entry, and more.

I decided to make aliyah with my business / to step a business in Israel – who will help me in Israel?
 When you arrive in the country, your personal adviser will help you through the processes that are related to setting up a business and receiving the services on offer to entrepreneurs who are new immigrants and returning residents.