Israel's National Insurance Institute Updates Payment Schedules and Aid Programs
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
Israel's National Insurance Institute (Bituah Leumi) has issued its October 2026 payment schedule, with child benefits due October 20 and long-term disability and old age benefits on October 28. October 15 is the deadline for insurance contribution payments. Bituah Leumi is also investing 28 million shekels to expand rehabilitation services for victims of hostile actions, establishing specialized centers nationwide, with a focus on the southern region.
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- Child benefits are scheduled for October 20, with the base amount for the first child at 169 shekels.
- Long-term benefit recipients will receive payments on October 28, including disability and old age pensions.
- October 15 is the deadline for insurance contribution payments for employers and the self-employed.
- Bituah Leumi is investing 28 million shekels to expand rehabilitation services for victims of hostile actions.
- Specialized "Soul, Body, Spirit" centers will offer comprehensive support to eligible victims.
- Three new rehabilitation centers are located in the Gaza envelope region.
The National Insurance Institute (Bituah Leumi) has released its October 2026 payment schedule for various benefits, with most payments following the usual timeline. Unemployed individuals and those receiving minimum living support received their monthly payments on Monday, October 12. Child benefits are scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, with the base amount for the first child set at approximately 169 shekels. Long-term benefit recipients, including those with general disabilities, old age, survivor benefits, care benefits, and benefits for disabled children, will receive their payments on Wednesday, October 28. The full general disability benefit for an individual in 2026 is 4711 shekels, while the basic old age pension is 1838 shekels, potentially reaching 2757 shekels with maximum seniority additions.
October 15 marks the deadline for insurance contribution payments for employers, the self-employed, and non-working individuals. This includes quarterly payments for those not currently employed. Bituah Leumi advises all payers to prepare necessary documents and submit payments on time to avoid reporting issues.
In parallel, Bituah Leumi announced an investment of approximately 28 million shekels to expand rehabilitation services for victims of hostile actions. These funds will support specialized "Soul, Body, Spirit" centers nationwide, offering comprehensive support including leisure, sports, therapy, and social interaction. The services are available to individuals officially recognized by Bituah Leumi as victims of hostile actions with at least a 20% disability rating. The first year of attendance at these centers will be free for eligible individuals. Currently, over 30,000 Israelis are recognized as victims of hostile actions with a disability of 20% or more, with about half residing in southern Israel. Three centers participating in the program are located in the Gaza envelope region, specifically in the Sha'ar HaNegev Regional Council, the Adi Negev rehabilitation center, and Sderot. The initiative aims for broad geographical accessibility, with the supporting foundation monitoring service utilization and local needs to inform future service expansions.
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