National Insurance Institute Announces October 2026 Payment Dates and Reporting Deadlines
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The National Insurance Institute has announced payment dates for October 2026, with most long-term benefits due on October 28th. Reporting and payment of insurance premiums are due by October 15th. The Institute also revealed a NIS 28 million investment in rehabilitation centers for victims of hostile acts, with a focus on the southern region. Over 30,000 victims are recognized, and services are expanding.
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- National Insurance Institute payments for October 2026 are scheduled, with most long-term benefits due October 28th.
- Reporting and payment of national insurance and health insurance premiums are due by October 15th.
- The Institute invested NIS 28 million to expand rehabilitation services for victims of hostile acts.
- Over 30,000 victims of hostile acts with at least 20% disability are recognized by the Institute.
- Three new rehabilitation centers for victims are located in the Gaza envelope area.
The National Insurance Institute (Bituah Leumi) has released the payment schedules for October 2026, noting a return to regular payment dates after September's holiday-adjusted schedule. Recipients of unemployment benefits and income support have already received their payments as of Tuesday, October 12th. Child benefits, amounting to approximately NIS 169 for the first child, will be disbursed on Tuesday, October 20th. A central payment date for long-term benefits, including general disability, old-age, survivors, long-term care, and child disability benefits, is set for Wednesday, October 28th. In 2026, the full general disability pension for an individual is NIS 4,711, and the basic old-age pension is NIS 1,838, potentially reaching NIS 2,757 with maximum seniority additions.
Additionally, employers, self-employed individuals, and the unemployed must report and pay national insurance and health insurance premiums by Thursday, October 15th. This date also includes the quarterly payment for those not currently employed. The Institute advises prompt action to ensure timely claims and payments.
In related news, the National Insurance Institute has invested approximately NIS 28 million in expanding rehabilitation services for victims of hostile acts through its "Nefesh, Guf, Ruach" (Soul, Body, Spirit) centers. These centers offer comprehensive leisure, sports, therapeutic, and social support to individuals recognized as victims of hostile acts with at least 20% disability. The first year of services is free for eligible individuals. Over 30,000 victims with 20% or more disability are currently recognized, with about half residing in the southern region, prompting a focus on accessibility there. Three centers are located in the Gaza envelope area: Sha'ar HaNegev, Adi Negev, and Sderot, alongside other national locations. The selection of these centers was part of a competitive process, with most approved by the National Insurance Institute's Fund for the Development of Services for the Disabled. The fund will monitor the centers to assess usage and identify needs, potentially leading to expanded services and eligibility in the future.
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