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Israel Tax Authority Proposes New Flight Tax, Potentially Raising Ticket Prices
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The Israel Tax Authority recommends taxing departing aircraft, which could raise flight ticket prices by NIS 58 for European routes and NIS 274 for long-haul flights. The proposal, based on aircraft weight and distance, aims to generate NIS 1.1 billion annually. Airlines are expected to pass costs to passengers, but the tax is not yet approved and no price changes have occurred.
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- Israel Tax Authority proposes taxing departing aircraft, potentially raising flight costs.
- European flights could cost an average of NIS 58 more, long-haul flights NIS 274 more.
- Domestic flights may increase by approximately NIS 12 per passenger.
- The proposed tax could generate NIS 1.1 billion in annual state revenue.
- The proposal is a recommendation and has not yet been approved for the state budget.
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