Tax

Israel Police arrest four women in tax-refund scam that hit some 500 victims

Three of the suspects worked at a legitimate tax-refund firm, police say, steering clients’ fees into private accounts and cashing out their pensions

Israel police conducting an operation, July 13, 2026.
California’s proposed wealth tax is putting business domicile under scrutiny in exit planning.

California's proposed wealth tax makes business domicile part of the exit analysis

Children gather and play on a water truck in Gaza City, Gaza Strip, on September 23, 2026. The Emergency Committee of the Chambers of Commerce and Industry recently held a protest, warning that shortages of tires, oil, and spare parts are disrupting the operation of these water trucks.

Gaza aid shipments resume as Hamas backs down from extortion threats targeting private merchants

IDF soldiers operating in southern Lebanon.

Reservists lose municipal-tax discounts after wartime protection expires, petition says


How a tax opposed by Shas sparked climate backlash in the ultra-Orthodox community

A newly published Hebrew University of Jerusalem study found that the well-meaning environmental tax turned into a cultural flashpoint.

 DISPOSABLE PLASTIC tableware are on display at the Osher Ad Supermarket branch in Givat Shaul, Jerusalem.

Your Taxes: How to get off tax fines

Israel’s tax authority fines can be heavy, but there are ways to reduce or eliminate them. Here’s how to navigate the process and seek relief.

 Illustrative image of doing taxes.

Service industry staff do not need to pay VAT on tips, Tax Authority confirms

The Tax Authority had initially decided to begin enforcing VAT on tips from June 1, 2025, onwards, but this decision was successfully reversed.

 Tips jar with money on light wooden table in cafe; illustrative

Become Compliant and Claim $1,400: A Six-Week Window for U.S. Expats

U.S. expats have a limited six-week window to become fully compliant with the IRS, avoid penalties, and claim the $1,400 stimulus payment.


Making aliyah to Israel next year? Here are some tax changes to keep in mind - opinion

Stay informed: Keep up with news of the specific reporting requirements from the Israel Tax Authority.

 THE ISRAEL Tax Authority is apparently interpreting ‘mail’ to include email and downloads from the Internet.

US jurist accuses online encyclopedia of ‘disseminating propaganda’ and ‘rewriting history’

Acting attorney for Washington DC, Ed Martin, gave the Wikimedia Foundation until mid-May to comment on legal concerns that may risk their tax-exempt status.

 Wikipedia homepage on the computer screen under magnifying glass. Wikipedia is a free Internet encyclopedia.

Netanyahu denies pushing tax exemption regulations for Milchan

Netanyahu is suspected of allegedly pushing for several regulatory changes that would have been beneficial to his friend while in a position of power.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu looks on at his criminal trial testimony hearing in the Tel Aviv District Court yesterday.

Get ready for a major revolution on Highway 6 starting April 1st

Highway 6, Israel's main transport artery, will undergo major changes starting April 1st, 2025, aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving travel efficiency.

 Part of Highway 6

Not just at Ben Gurion: A new duty-free shop is set to open here

The Israel Airports Authority has published a tender for a duty-free shop at Haifa Airport as part of an upgrade, with a concession for up to 4 years and an option for extension.

 An airplane at Haifa Airport

They can't keep doing reserves forever: Families react to new benefits initiative

The plan includes benefits for combat soldiers and aims to take "meaningful steps" to deepen appreciation and aid for reservists.

 RESERVE SOLDIERS of the Be’eri Battalion.