National Insurance Institute Announces October 2026 Payment Schedule

The National Insurance Institute has announced the updated payment dates for its various benefits for October 2026. Unlike September, which saw payment date shifts due to holidays, October payments will revert to their regular schedule. Recipients of unemployment and income support benefits will be the first to receive their monthly payments, with funds deposited on Monday, October 12. Subsequently, child allowances will be disbursed on Tuesday, October 20, with the basic allowance for the first child set at approximately 169 shekels. The main payment date for recipients of long-term benefits, including general disability, old age, survivors', nursing, and disabled child allowances, is scheduled for Wednesday, October 28. In 2026, the full general disability allowance for an individual is 4,711 shekels, while the basic old age allowance is 1,838 shekels, potentially reaching about 2,757 shekels with maximum seniority additions. Concurrently, October 15 has been set as the deadline for employers, self-employed individuals, and the unemployed to report and pay National Insurance and health insurance fees, including quarterly payments for those not working. The National Insurance Institute urged all parties to prepare in advance and settle their reports and payments by the specified dates to prevent delays or issues.