Aliyah

Summer has always been the peak season for moving to Israel. However, the summer 2026 Aliyah wave arrives with a unique set of financial updates, shifting community trends, and logistical [...]

You’ve taken the step. Whether you’re enrolling in a degree program at Bar-Ilan University, joining an intensive ulpan at Brodetsky House in Tel Aviv, or starting a new professional [...]

Making Aliyah is a journey of a lifetime, but the logistics of an Aliyah lift in 2026 require more strategic planning than ever before. As we move through April, the combination of seasonal [...]

Planning an international relocation is always a complex logistical puzzle. However, when you add regional instability and geopolitical uncertainty to the mix, the process requires an entirely [...]

Making Aliyah is one of the most exciting journeys of your life, but it involves significant logistical planning. One of the first questions almost every future Oleh asks is: “What is the [...]

Why 2026 is Your Year for Aliyah: Stability, Growth, and New Beginnings. Are you watching the news and wondering if it’s time for a change? You aren’t alone. For many American families, 2026 has [...]

Here is the operational reality for families moving to Israel this year,  why the “booking window” may be closing earlier than usual, and what Kef does to avoid delays at origin and [...]

Over the last few weeks, Google search behavior in New York has shown a clear jump in interest around “Aliyah” and Israel-related relocation terms. This does not automatically mean thousands of [...]

Every future Oleh asks the same question: “When should I go?” Usually, the answer is driven by the heart (Zionism, family, religious obligation) or the school calendar. But at Kef [...]

Understanding Your Status: The Oleh Chadash Tax Privilege Making Aliyah is a transformative step, and the Israeli government offers significant logistical support to new immigrants (Olim [...]

KEF International has become synonymous with compassion, reliability, and expertise in supporting Jewish families through every stage of relocation-especially Aliyah, returning residents, and [...]

Relocating internationally, whether you’re moving to Israel or leaving Israel for a new country, is a major life event that comes with logistical, legal, and emotional challenges. With the [...]

Embarking on a journey to a new home is a significant step, and when that journey involves crossing international waters, having a reliable and experienced shipping partner is crucial. KEF [...]

Are you planning to embark on an exciting journey to the heart of the Middle East? Whether it’s for work, family, or simply a new adventure, moving to Israel can be an enriching experience. [...]

If you are planning to move to Israel as part of the Aliyah process, it’s essential to understand the importance of Aliyah shipping. It refers to the transportation of your personal [...]

Shipping goods to Israel can present several challenges, including: 1.    Customs regulations: Israel has strict customs regulations that must be adhered to, and non-compliance can result in [...]

From selling a house to finding a community, making Aliyah involves big decisions and all the details in between. When it comes to shipping, you need to know the facts so you can make efficient [...]

Making Aliyah Single As a single moving to Israel, remember you are not alone.   Not only have 1,800,000 made aliya since 1970, but your ancestors have come and gone several times.  They never [...]

“Jerusalem, my happy home, when shall I come to thee?” Once pictured as the center of the world on maps, Jerusalem has been a cherished destination for thousands of years. The city is Israel’s [...]

Bringing your parents to Israel is a mitzvah – and a major undertaking. Fortunately, there are many resources available to help you with the process. The reasons for moving are many. Your parents [...]

Bet Shemesh is a popular destination for English speakers moving to Israel.  About 20% of the city residents speak English as their mother tongue, but the percentage is much higher in certain [...]

The North of Israel offers olim the rolling green hills of the Galilee, stunning views from the Golan Heights, and the fertile fields of the Jezreel and Jordan Valleys – as well as the [...]

If you want good advise on making Aliyah, then go to the experts – real Olim. We asked Olim from all over what they thought were the most important things to know when making Aliyah and put [...]