Small shipments to Israel
Aliyah Air Freight
A straightforward way to send a few boxes of personal belongings to Israel.
Moving with just a few boxes? Sending books to someone who has already made aliyah? Clearing out belongings a family member left behind? Our self-packed air freight service makes a small shipment manageable: you pack the boxes, and we coordinate pickup, air transport, customs clearance and delivery in Israel.
Is this your shipment?
A practical fit for smaller shipments
You do not need to be shipping an entire household to need a door-to-door service. These are some of the everyday reasons people send a few boxes to Israel.
Starting with a few boxes
A young person or couple bringing clothing, books, linens and the belongings they have chosen to take to Israel.
A few boxes of books
Send a personal book collection or other boxed belongings without arranging a household-sized move.
Belongings still at home
Parents or relatives can send the boxes someone left behind after making aliyah.
What if I have more than ten boxes?
Tell us what you want to bring. We can help compare a self-packed sea shipment or a professionally packed partial shipment, depending on the contents, timing and origin.
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How your boxes travel
Pack and list your contents
Pack your boxes securely and provide an accurate inventory of what is inside each one. Share the box count, dimensions and weights before booking.
We arrange the journey
Your self-packed boxes are picked up at your address. We coordinate export documents, transport to the airport, airline booking and air freight to Israel.
Clear and deliver
We coordinate customs clearance and arrange doorside delivery after your shipment is released in Israel.
Airline security screening and final carrier acceptance apply to every shipment. Flight, customs and delivery timing can vary.
Clear starting rates
What your air freight shipment costs
$995
Up to 5 boxes with up to 40 kg (88 lb) total shipment weight.
$55 per box
Additional boxes, up to a maximum of 10 boxes per shipment.
$10 per kg
Weight over the included 40 kg (88 lb) total shipment allowance.
Box size and a sturdy example
Each box may measure up to 57 inches total when you add its outside length, width and height. One example is The Home Depot Large Heavy-Duty Moving Box, listed as 26 × 16 × 15 inches with double-thick construction. You can use another sturdy box that meets the size limit; please measure the outside after packing.
Paid to Aliyah Lift
- $995 for up to 5 boxes / 40 kg total
- $55 for each additional box, boxes 6–10
- $10 for each kg above the included 40 kg
Paid to FedEx in Israel
- Customs clearance: 350 NIS
- Airport handling: 2.5 NIS per kg
These Israel charges are collected separately by FedEx and are not included in the dollar shipping rate.
The rates above are the standard starting terms. Tell us your pickup location, destination, box count, estimated weight and contents so we can confirm your individual shipment and send you a proposal.
Before you seal the boxes
Tell us exactly what you are sending
An accurate box-by-box inventory helps us prepare documents and identify items that may be restricted, require approval or cause a hold. Please ask us before packing any food, spices, liquids, powders, medication, batteries or other items you are unsure about. An item that can be brought in personal luggage may have different requirements when sent as cargo.
Food and spices: Please disclose these before booking and wait for us to confirm whether they can be included on your particular shipment. Do not assume they are accepted because a previous shipment included them.
What we need for a quote
- Pickup city and ZIP code, and destination city in Israel
- Number of boxes and approximate dimensions and weight of each
- A clear list of what you plan to pack
- Your preferred pickup window and any unusual contents
Before pickup
- Confirm the final box-by-box inventory
- Pack and label the boxes as instructed
- Supply the identity and customs documents requested for your shipment
- Pay the final amount due before pickup, as set out in your proposal
Know what is outside the rate
Services and charges to discuss in advance
Your individual proposal controls what is included. The following services and charges are excluded unless that proposal expressly includes them.
Taxes, insurance and permits
- Customs duties, taxes, VAT and other import fees
- Cargo insurance, unless requested and quoted separately
- Import permits and special governmental approvals
- The 350 NIS customs-clearance and 2.5 NIS/kg airport-handling charges collected separately by FedEx in Israel
Inspections and airport charges
- Physical customs examinations or security inspections
- Airline X-ray or screening charges
- Storage at airport terminals or warehouses beyond the included period stated in your proposal
Special cargo and extra handling
- Dangerous goods or temperature-controlled cargo
- Oversized cargo handling, repacking, relabeling or fumigation
- Truck waiting time, long carries, shuttles or crane service
Carrier and schedule-related charges
- Fuel, security, war-risk or emergency surcharges imposed by carriers or authorities
- Charges resulting from airline schedule changes or events beyond the carrier's control
Insurance is optional and is not included unless requested in writing and confirmed in your proposal.
Common questions
Air freight FAQ
Do you pack the boxes?
No. This is a self-packed service. You provide, pack and accurately describe the boxes; we arrange the quoted transportation and delivery services.
Can I send fewer than five boxes?
Yes, although the starting rate covers up to five boxes. Tell us your exact count so we can advise you on the best option.
Can I send more than ten boxes?
Our standard air-freight offering is capped at ten boxes. For a larger shipment, ask us to compare the available sea-freight options.
Can I put spices or food in the boxes?
Please tell us the exact items and quantities before packing. We need to check whether they can be accepted for this service; do not include them until we confirm.
Is insurance included?
No. If you want cargo insurance, request it in writing so we can provide details and a separate quote.
How long does delivery take?
Timing depends on pickup availability, flights, security screening, customs clearance and delivery scheduling. Ask us for an estimate for your route.
Ready to find out?
Tell us about your boxes.
Share your pickup location, destination, box count and contents. We’ll confirm whether air freight fits and prepare a proposal for your shipment.