What Benefits are Available to New Immigrants or Returning Citizens?
Consultations – New immigrants and returning citizens receive a number of free consultation with a Mati advisor. As part of the consultation, your advisor will provide important information for opening a business. More importantly, your advisor will check the feasibility of your business idea and offer relevant assistance and advice.
Loan request up to 100,000 NIS – The Ministry of Immigrant Absorption provides loans at special rates to new Olim. Other loans may also be available to you. New Olim and returning citizens can apply to these loans via Mati Beer Sheva at a considerable discount.
One on One Assistance – You are eligible to receive 25 hours of free one-on-one consulting with an expert business advisor in the specific fields you need assistance, such as marketing, finance, import/export, management and more.
Courses and Training – You may receive significant discounts on courses held at Mati Beer Sheva.
Who is Eligible for New Immigrant and Returning Citizen Benefits?
A new immigrant, with a new immigrant certificate, up to 10 years from their date of immigration
Returning citizens with relevant status certificates, up to 2 years from their return