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Senior (ezrach vatik) discounts in Israel

The statutory senior-citizen benefits, mostly codified in law and administered through gov.il, Bituach Leumi and your municipality. Start with the card, which unlocks the rest.

Last checked 2026-08-14

  1. The Senior Citizen Card (Teudat Ezrach Vatik)

    High confidence

    The official ID that unlocks the statutory senior benefits, free to obtain and available as a digital card.

    Best for:
    Women 62 and over, men 67 and over
    Cost:
    Free
    Official site →
    Checked 2026-08-14Nefesh B'Nefesh

  2. Public transport discount

    Worth double-checking

    A senior profile gives half off most Rav-Kav fares, and older seniors qualify for free travel.

    Best for:
    Senior cardholders
    Cost:
    50% off, or free for older seniors

    The free-travel age has been reformed over time. Confirm the current age on Rav-Kav Online before relying on it.

    Official site →
    Checked 2026-08-14Globes

  3. Medication copayment discount

    High confidence

    A discount or exemption on copayments for medicines in the national health basket for older seniors.

    Best for:
    Seniors 72 and over (and other groups)
    Cost:
    Reduced or waived copay
    Official site →
    Checked 2026-08-14Kol Zchut

  4. Arnona (municipal tax) reduction

    Worth double-checking

    An income-tested reduction on municipal property tax on up to 100 square metres, larger for old-age disability pension recipients.

    Best for:
    Eligible seniors
    Cost:
    About 30% off, up to 100% in some cases

    Income-tested and applied through your local authority, so the exact figure depends on your municipality.

    Official site →
    Checked 2026-08-14Kol Zchut

  5. Television license exemption

    High confidence

    Senior cardholders are exempt from the television license fee.

    Best for:
    Senior cardholders
    Cost:
    Exempt
    Official site →
    Checked 2026-08-14gov.il