National Insurance Institute

Massive autism benefit scam uncovered, leads to multiple arrests

Resident of southern Israel arrested for orchestrating large-scale scheme defrauding National Insurance of tens of millions of shekels through fake autism benefit claims.

Starting January: Yeshiva students to lose discounts

Following Supreme Court ruling and Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's instructions, yeshiva students who do not enlist in the IDF will pay full National Insurance Institute premiums starting in January 2026.

Returned hostages to receive NIS 60,000 from NII

In the first phase, each returning hostage will receive a prepaid card worth 10,000 NIS and an additional cash grant of approximately 50,000 NIS.

Kabbalist accused of taking benefits fraudulently, evading taxes

The Supreme Court permitted publication of the name Raziel Dahan, a kabbalist, who is suspected of fraudulently receiving benefits from the National Insurance Institute and of evading taxes of millions of shekels over several years.

Supreme Court rejects bid to cancel haredi draft notices

The Supreme Court yesterday rejected a petition to cancel enlistment orders sent to about 5,500 yeshiva students, ruling the petition irrelevant after the IDF said it no longer uses National Insurance data.

Special report:

79 victims were murdered in terror attacks in the past year

934 people have been murdered in acts of terror since October 7th, 2023, of which 778 were murdered during the massacre itself. Of those murdered since the war began, 615 were men, 319 were women, 58 were children under the age of 18, and 76 were foreign nationals.

Bill revoking terrorists' eligibility for State benefits passes

Likud MK's bill to revoke terrorists' eligibility for National Insurance Institute stipends passes final Knesset reading. 'We have put an end to insanity.'

New mothers to be able to split maternity pay into 3 installments

Knesset to vote on new bill allowing new mothers to receive maternity pay in one lump sum or three equal installments.

Haredi minister slams:

Judiciary holds a double standard

'Terrorists receive stipends until a special law is passed, but a yeshiva student loses stipends in a single day,' Jerusalem Affairs Minister Meir Porush tells Knesset plenum.

Knesset approves:

Denial of benefits to convicted terrorists

The new law stipulates that benefits will be denied to those who have been convicted of terrorist offenses or declared terrorist operatives. MK Yulia Malinovsky: "An end to the disgrace."

National Insurance Institute:

Amsterdam pogrom will be recognized as terror

The fans who were present and affected in the event will receive immediate assistance upon their arrival in Israel by the National Insurance Institute as victims of terrorist acts.

Supreme Court:

Men in same-sex relationships can be considered 'housewives'

The Labor Court dismissed the appeal of the National Insurance Institute and ruled that a man in a relationship with a same-sex partner within a family unit can be included under the term 'housewife.'

806 civilians murdered since Oct. 7

The National Insurance Institute has released statistics on the number of Israeli civilians killed or injured since the October 7th massacre.

208,319 unemployment pay requests since October 7

The National Insurance Institute has published statistics on unemployment pay since the October 7th massacre.

National Insurance Institute:

Creating payment plan for reservists who live abroad

MK Simcha Rothman raises question of reserve duty payments for those reservists who work outside Israel's borders.

Poverty on the increase:

Almost 2 million Israelis live beneath the poverty line

Around 1 in 4 Israelis have forgone medical treatment or hot meals in recent times.

"Rights in a Click"

New project to help Israelis apply for unemployment rights

National Insurance Institute and Pitchon-Lev launch new project to improve rights utilization.

Hundreds celebrate bar and bat mitzvah at unique 'fun day' event

Over 700 bereaved children celebrate mass bar and bat mitzvah at Israel's National Insurance Institute fun day.

Gay couple asks to be granted housewife exemption

Two men petition Israel's Labor Court to extend them the same National Insurance benefits granted to Israeli housewives.

Proposal: Compensation package for families of Meron victims

National Insurance Institute proposes 100,000 shekel in compensation to families of Meron victims. MK Gafni: 'Implement the plan quickly.'

Throwing Israelis with disabilities a lifeline-but what’s next?

Two thirds of the people living with disabilities have lost their jobs in the corona economic fallout. We must find jobs for them. Op-ed.

When will Israelis receive the coronavirus grant?

Unemployed individuals do not lack motivation to return to workforce, National Insurance Institute head says.

'Make information accessible to everyone'

MK Yaakov Tessler says information, services, must be made available to those who don't have access to technology.

Unemployment payments extended to mid-August

Knesset approves extension of unemployment payments, as well as expansion to include those receiving other stipends.

Largest number of complaints - about the Transportation Ministry

Annual State Comptroller report shows Israelis complain most often about Transportation Ministry, Health Ministry.

Israelis who lost jobs due to pandemic haven't returned to work

Nearly 70% of Israelis unemployed due to coronavirus outbreak have not returned to work, statistics show.

'Coronavirus' child grants to be paid during Passover

Grant of 500 NIS per child will be transferred to parents during Passover instead of afterwards, National Insurance Institute promises.

Mother arrested for injecting kids with insulin to get benefits

Mother of 10 suspected of injecting 5 of her children with insulin to fake their diabetes, get annuities from National Insurance Institute.

Why is the National Insurance Institute hounding Elor Azariya?

National Insurance Institute demands NIS 5,000 from Azariya as a 'discharged soldier.' Following publication, demand cancelled.

Discrimination among bereaved families to be abolished

Families of terror victims entitled to all pension funds and benefits from National Insurance will not have to choose which to give up.

It's not an incentive for parents - it's a grant for children!

MK Merav Ben-Ari responds to Arutz Sheva's article on school grants. With comments by Arutz Sheva.

Israeli government offers financial incentives to divorced moms

Rich divorced moms get 1,000 NIS per child, while most children suffering poverty get nothing at all. Opinion.

Arab poses as National Insurance employee, robs elderly couple

Jerusalem resident arrested after he impersonated National Insurance employee, stole thousands of shekels from elderly couple.

Disability benefits raised by 50%

Israel raises disability benefits by 50%, outcome still falls short of minimum wage.

Teenage yeshiva students exempted from National Insurance tax

Ministerial Committee for Legislation approves Shas MK's law exempting yeshiva students under age 19 from paying NII premiums.

Israel's Social Security Report: In 2044 money runs out

Actuarial report: Starting 2026 National Insurance payments to exceed received funds, forcing institution to open reserve fund.

More than 1 in 5 Israelis living below poverty line

More than 20 percent of Israelis are living below the poverty line, the annual poverty report finds.

Israel near bottom of OECD for welfare expenditure

According to 2015 National Insurance report, Israel is fourth lowest among OECD countries in welfare expenditure.

What's wrong with agreeing to be separate?

5 years later, terror victim beats National Insurance

Being stabbed 13 times, watching friend murdered didn't entitle her to meaningful compensation, NII argued.

How Jerusalem Arabs are fleecing National Insurance

National Insurance head reveals how a billion shekels go to eastern Jerusalem Arabs who trick system, vows to stop terror payments.

National Insurance Asks Terror Victim Why Attacker Stabbed Him

Stabbed in Tel Aviv bus attack, Shai Ohana was shocked to receive letter from National Insurance Institute asking if he knew his attacker.

UTJ Signs Government Deal, Followed By Kulanu

United Torah Judiasm became the first party to join Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's new coalition, followed by Kulanu.

Shalom Yohai Sherki Recognized as Terror Victim

Shalom Yohai Sherki, who was murdered when a terrorist rammed his car into a bus stop, officially recognized by the State as terror victim.

31 Civilians Killed in Terror Attacks Since Last Memorial Day

Terrorism on sharp rise in Israel as annual figure from 2013-2014 jumps from 2 civilian murders to 31 terror-related deaths in 2014-2015.

Defense Ministry: Hundreds of Soldiers to Receive Compensation

Some 300 IDF soldiers have been declared handicapped as a result of Operation Protective Edge last summer, the Defense Ministry said.

Netanyahu Poised to Present Bill Expelling Terrorists

PM expected to propose bill stripping residency status and social benefits from Arab terrorists and their families.

Bill Blocking Terrorists' Benefits Passes Second, Third Readings

Landmark initiative to begin removing incentives for terrorist prisoners and 'gestures' to the PA advances in Knesset.

2,495 Israelis Killed in Terrorist Attacks Since 1948

The National Insurance Institute announces figures ahead of Memorial Day, which begins Sunday night.

Cabinet Approves Stripping Terrorists of Benefits

Terror murderers who are Israeli citizens will not enjoy National Insurance benefits even if they are released early in 'deals,' 'gestures.'

Pension Fund Contribution Rate to Be Raised to 17.5%

Raised rates to take effect on January 1; new workers without pension agreements to begin pension plan within 6 months.

MKs Seek Public Debate over ‘Handicapped’ Criteria

National Insurance Institute accused of trying to save money by pushing through changes to ‘handicapped’ status.

‘Increase Retirement Age, or Raise Taxes’

National Insurance head reveals 50% of funding goes to payments to elderly, suggests raising retirement age.

Jewish Mother Accidentally Shot by IDF Has Payments Cut

Mother of 11 accidentally shot by IDF had her benefits slashed, says Review Board's "Arab doctor saw settlers and decided to take revenge."

National Insurance Leads in Public Complaints

Ombudsman reports on 2012 complaints. Bituach Leumi faces most complaints, followed by police.

Part-Timers Now Eligible for Unemployment Benefits

A new law will make it easier for Israelis who work part-time will for the first time qualify for unemployment benefits.

Helping the Poor, or Hurting?

The institute charged with helping the poor has become their nightmare due to "draconian" policy, lawyer says.

NII Panel Agrees on Benefit Package for Disabled Israelis

A social services panel has reached an agreement on improving the meager monthly benefits for some 200,000 Israelis who have disabilities.

Bill to Automatically Give POWs Disability Benefits

MK Israel Hasson has submitted a bill that would automatically award POWs a 20% disability payment.

National Insurance Institute Strike to Continue

The Jerusalem District Labor Court decided that it will not end an ongoing strike by employees of Israel's social welfare administration.