Fees
Bituach Leumi charges monthly premiums, generally billed every quarter. It is charged only to the head of the household (i.e. the husband/father) and covers the wife and all children under age 18.
- Student rate: 171 NIS/month (covers entire family). If wife works, her employer also deducts payments.
- Unemployed: 266 NIS/month
- Employed: Deductions made by employer. Higher-earning spouse pays for the family.
When one is first accepted to Bituach Leumi, they will receive a large bill for the period for which they were retroactively accepted. Visa holders are typically recognized retroactively for the time they held a student visa, up to one year. This bill can be paid via one of the methods listed below.
Note
When a child turns 18, separate payments must be made depending on the child’s personal status. Foreign citizens must update Bituach Leumi with the child’s new adult visa and set up a separate payment plan.
Payment Methods
At the start of each year, Bituach Leumi sends a bill divided into four parts, each covering a three-month period. You can pay quarterly bills using any of the following options:
- In person: Pay bills at any bank or post office. Some post offices accept only Israeli credit cards.
- By phone:
- *6050 (with PIN code)
- 08-650-9911 (no code required, must know exact amount of payment)
- Automatic payments: Set up a standing order (hora’at keva) to be charged monthly instead of quarterly. In this case, you will not receive a bill. Submit a completed authorization form to your Israeli bank
- Online: Pay through the גביה section of your online account or via the general Bituach Leumi payment page. Select the correct payment category – yeshiva students have a special category .
Tip
Pay quarterly bills on time to avoid penalties and protect your eligibility for benefits such as kitzvat yeladim and dmei leidah.
Note
Bituach Leumi payments must be up-to-date in order to register for childbirth or to add a new family member.
If you did not receive you annual bill, contact Bituach Leumi to avoid penalties for late payment.
Your bill can also be accessed through your online account under the גביה section.
