Permitted and Tax Free

Olim hadashim and toshvim hozrim may import the following items tax-free:

• Clothes
• Linens
• Furniture
• Kitchen Utensils
• Pictures & Decorations
• CD/DVD/Media
• General “Household Effects”
• Two Televisions
• Two Computers
• Refrigerator
• Oven
• Dishwasher
• Washer
• Dryer
• Pedal bicycle (one per person)
• Food (limited quantities)

Permitted and Taxable

Olim hadashim and toshvim hozrim are permitted to import the following taxable items :

• Rugs & carpets
• Charcoal grills
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor swings
• Camping equipment
• Sports equipment
• Pool table
• Ping pong table
• Fax machine (only fax)
• Building supplies
• Non-household goods

New gas grills have special requirements — please ask for details.

Totally Forbidden

The following items are forbidden to be imported by olim hadashim or toshvim hozrim :

• Electric bicycles
• Electric scooters
• Used bike helmets
• Baby car seats
• 3D printing machines
• Firearms
• Hunting knives
• Corrosive materials
• Explosives or flammable materials
• Immoral material

Shipping Without Rights?

Coming to Israel as a student, returning to Israel before you have rights, or simply importing some goods without rights?  If so, your shipment will be subject to Customs duties (import taxes).

The rate for standard household goods is about 35% of the declared value of your shipment.  Items like electronics, maybe taxed at a higher rate.

For current tax rates of personal imports visit the Israel Tax Authority website.