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Everything you need to help you plan your move.
We always recommend speaking directly to the relevant embassy for the most accurate and up to date moving advice:
Popular Destinations in Israel
Global Moving Services is vastly experience in international removals to cities all over the globe. Their long history and detailed knowledge of different countries makes them the perfect choice for your move. Here are some of the most popular destinations we are asked to move people to in Israel:
Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Rishon LeZion, Petah Tikva, Ashdod, Netanya, Beersheba. Get a quote to one of these places
Need Help?
If you are unsure about what you need, one of our international move managers is always willing to help. Just call us on +44 121 392 1720, or fill out an international removal enquiry, and we’ll ease you through the process.
Moving Your Money
If you’re moving to Israel, it’s very likely you’ll have to exchange a large amount of currency. Many people waste thousands doing this through their bank as they think there is no alternative; but we partner with FC Exchange who specialise in doing just this. FC Exchange will offer all Global Moving Services customers preferential rates when exchanging currency and guarantee to beat other rates you’re receiving. Ask one of our move managers about this, to find out more click here or give us a call: +44 121 392 1720.
Get Insurance
We always advise taking out an insurance policy with us on every move. Although we like to think we’re the best in the industry, the odd accident can occasionally happen. For added peace of mind, make sure to speak to one of our move managers about this.
If you have already contracted us for your international removal to Israel, then you can download the insurance form and email the completed form back to your international relocation manager.
Moving Your Car Or Motorcycle
Below is a list of the documents you will need when planning to move your vehicle to Israel:
- Proof of registration in owner of the goods’ name
- OBL
- Permit from Israeli Ministry of Transportation
- Proof of value, if car was bought specifically for the shipping (i.e. SWIFT copy, etc.)
- Insurance documents
- Purchase Invoice
- Israeli driver’s license
- Copy of title (from country of origin)
Additional Import Advice
- All cars must comply with the Israeli Institute of Standards.
- Only diplomats can import vehicles duty free.
- Permit from Israeli Ministry of Transportation must be obtained prior to loading vehicle for shipping.
- If vehicle arrives to Israel and owner of the goods does not have permit, penalties could be levied by Israeli Customs, on behalf of Israel Ministry of Transportation.
- For returning Israelis with EURO 1 or certificate of origin the duties are approximately 128.15%; without the documents, the duties are 144.12%.
- Full taxes and duties apply over CIF value of the vehicle (i.e. value of vehicle + cost of shipping combined).
- Right-hand drive vehicles (i.e. from UK, Australia, etc.) are NOT permitted to be imported to Israel.
- Any vehicle loaded into a container (with or without personal effects) is subject to stripping / de-vanning from the container at port, by port personnel.
- The duties for new immigrants is applied as follows:
- Up to 1750 cc: 46.25 %
- Over 1750 cc: 75.50 %
Relocating Your Pets to Israel
These documents will be required when planning to relocate your pet to Israel:
- Vaccination record
- Veterinary health certificate
- Import license
- Declaration of possession
Additional Import Advice
- The import license must be issued within 10 days of arrival by the Director of Veterinary Services, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, for pets not transported as part of accompanied baggage (limit of 2).
- A copy of the veterinary health certificate and details of pet’s arrival must be forwarded to the Director of Veterinary Services at least 2 days prior to import.
- For pets transported as accompanied baggage, the owner must provide a declaration that the pet has been in his or her possession for at least 90 days prior to import.
- Healthy pets with accompanying documentation will not be quarantined.
- Cats and dogs must be vaccinated against rabies within 1 year but no less than 30 days prior to arrival in Israel (the dosage must have been equal to or greater 0.5 IU/ml).
- Cats and dogs must be older than 4 months upon arrival, with the exception of pets imported from Great Britain, Japan and Cyprus (3 months old is permitted).
- Cats and dogs must have an electronic chip in conformance with Israeli requirements.
- Some breeds of dogs cannot be imported; check with agent for specific details.
Think very carefully before moving these items to Israel. Items on this list will be taxed and/or require specific permission to import. In all cases they must be declared prior to you relocating to Israel:
- Cigarettes (250) and tobacco products (250 g)
- Gifts (non-residents may import gifts equal to approximately USD 125)
- Inheritance papers (must be issued by the Israeli Court)
- Appliances (no special privileges except 25% discount on sales tax)
- Alcohol (dutiable)
- Communications equipment, including phones, fax machines, etc. (dutiable)
- Curtains, drapes and carpets (dutiable)
- Devices fueled by natural gas, such as methane, propane, etc. (must be approved by the Standards Institution of Israel, including the following gas-powered items: barbecue grills, hobs/burners, cookers, ovens, heaters, etc. Without approval, items are subject to confiscation and destruction by Customs authorities and the owner of the goods is liable for charges incurred during the process.)
Do not move any of these items to Israel:
- Weapons and ammunitions
- Dangerous chemicals
- Drugs
- Gas BBQ / Grill (of any kind)
- Electric bicycle / scooter / moped (of any kind)
- Food (2 kg)
- Biological commodity (seeds, plants, raw wood, etc.)
- Outdoor furniture (e.g., plastic chairs, tables, grills, etc.)
- Sporting equipment
- Explosives
- Wine / alcohol (2 L)
- The following additional items are prohibited in GMS Baggage/Courier Consignments:
- Aerosols (all kinds, Hairspray, Deodorant etc)
- Aftershaves / Perfumes / Fragrances
- Airbags
- Alcoholic Drinks or Bottles
- Ammunition of any kind
- Animals of any kind (Dead or Alive)
- Any items containing Petrol (Liquid, Gas or Fumes)
- Biological Samples
- Car Batteries
- Cash & Cards (Credit / Debit)
- Chainsaws
- Cheques (Bank)
- Christmas Crackers
- Counterfeit Currency
- Dangerous Goods
- Driving Licence
- Drugs (Including Prescription)
- Engines
- Excrement / Filth
- Fire Extinguishers
- Fish (Dead or Live)
- Foodstuffs (all kinds)
- Hazardous Goods
- Human Remains (including ashes)
- Infectious Substances
- Knives
- Laptop Computers, Mobile/Smart Phones or Tablets
- Lighters
- Lottery Tickets
- Nail Varnish / Nail Varnish Remover
- Oils
- Paints
- Passports
- Perishable Goods (All)
- Plants / Seeds etc
- Printer Toner
- Seatbelt Tensioners and Steering Wheels
- Stamps
- Tobacco
- Water
- Weapons (all kinds, including replicas)
- Windscreens
Disclaimer: Customs regulations can change at any time with or without notice. This information is provided as a guide only. While Global Moving Services has exercised reasonable care in publishing this information, Global Moving Services makes no representation, either expressed or implied, as to its accuracy or applicability.