Selling property in Israel from abroad: certificates, withholding at source and fund transfers
Selling an apartment in Israel without living there is entirely possible — but it is a three-layer operation: contractual, tax and banking. Many foreign sellers discover too late that the negotiated price is not the amount that will reach their account, nor on the date they imagined. Here is how it actually works. I. Selling remotely: the power of attorney comes first You are not required to be present in Israel. But your representative must hold an impeccable authority. Two routes exist: a notarised power of attorney (Yipouy Koach Notarioni (ייפוי כוח נוטריוני)) signed before a notary...
Read MoreOlim Hadashim: What Will Change in 2026
Until now, new immigrants were not subject in Israel to any tax obligation on income from foreign sources. As of 1 January 2026, changes are to be expected. For aliyah carried out from 1 January 2026 onward, new immigrants will henceforth be required to declare their worldwide income to the Israeli Tax Authority, and no longer only income from Israeli sources. Nevertheless, only income from Israeli sources will remain taxable in Israel. Other income from foreign sources will continue to be exempt from taxation in Israel during the first ten years following aliyah. From the perspective of the...
Read MoreLes conséquences du maintien d’une résidence fiscale en France en l’absence de toute déclaration des avoirs et comptes détenus à l’étranger
Alors même que selon les textes locaux voire même conventionnels un déménagement en Israël fixerait une nouvelle résidence fiscale dans ce dernier pays, l’aspect déclaratif français du changement de résidence fiscale maintiendrait une résidence fiscale en France en l’absence de toute déclaration du contribuable concerné. Ainsi, et jusqu’à questionnement des Administrations fiscales concernées, il pourra être détenu, à tord généralement, une double résidence fiscale en France (maintenue) et en Israël (de facto), et dont certaines conséquences vous seront explicitées ci-après. Etant à...
Read MoreAcheter ou vendre un appartement en Israël : les étapes clés à ne pas négliger
L’achat ou la vente d’un appartement en Israël est un processus qui nécessite une approche rigoureuse et une bonne compréhension des règles juridiques et fiscales applicables. Une transaction immobilière mal préparée peut entraîner des complications administratives et financières lourdes de conséquences. C’est pourquoi il est essentiel de connaître les étapes essentielles avant de s’engager. Cet article présente les points fondamentaux à maîtriser afin de mener à bien une vente ou un achat immobilier en Israël en toute sérénité. I. Vérification du statut juridique du...
Read MoreReal Estate Law Services in Israel
In the complex landscape of Israeli real estate transactions, engaging specialized legal counsel is not merely advisable but essential. Abitbol & Associates, with its extensive expertise in Israeli real estate law, provides comprehensive guidance throughout every critical phase of your transaction. The legal, tax, and administrative implications of real estate transactions demand sophisticated counsel to mitigate risks and ensure the legal security of all parties involved. Core Legal Services in Real Estate Transactions Our real estate practice encompasses three fundamental areas:...
Read MoreIsraeli Tax : What if Housing Was No Longer a Barrier to Aliyah?
The time for reflection appears to be over – Dear Olim, Israel is waiting for you and finally making your settlement easier! Whether you choose to rent or buy, this article will interest you as state assistance is now available for everyone. Dear Future Tenants, the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration is increasing its housing allowance and will now provide, for 2 years, a monthly allowance of: &]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8″> 0.5% on the portion of the value up to 1,988,090 Shekels 5% on the portion of the value above this amount For aliyah made after August 15, 2024, the...
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