Bituach Leumi — Child Benefits (Kitzvat Yeladim, Chisachon L'chol Yeled)

Source: https://chaimvchessed.com/information/bituach-leumi/bituach-leumi-rights-benefits · 2026

Kitzvat Yeladim (Child Stipend)

Parents of a child registered with Bituach Leumi who has not left Israel for more than 3 months are eligible to receive kitzvat yeladim, a monthly child stipend. Bituach Leumi pays this stipend to the mother via an Israeli bank account registered in her name.

This stipend is paid irrespective of income:

• 173 NIS for the first child
• 219 NIS for the second, third and fourth child
• 173 NIS for the fifth child and on

Applying for Kitzvat Yeladim

Israeli citizens with a mispar zehut: Parents should receive this benefit automatically.

Foreigners: Apply when registering the child with Bituach Leumi. Upload the form via צירוף מסמכים at the end of the online application. Follow up to ensure the application was processed; if not, resend via the mother’s online account.

Child already registered with Bituach Leumi: Submit the application from the העלאת מסמכים section of the mother’s online Bituach Leumi account.

Steps:

1. Under פעולות באתר on the side of the page, choose העלאת מסמכים
2. For נושא choose ילדים
3. For קטגוריה choose תביעות/ טפסים
4. For מסמך choose תביעה לקצבת ילדים

Required Documents (merged into one PDF)

1. First child only: Proof of bank account in the mother’s name (e.g., a void check)
2. Form BL5025 (available at btl.gov.il — an elucidated version is available at chaimvchessed.com)
3. A copy of the child’s passport and visa
4. Dapei knisot v’yitziot for the child and one parent

Tip: If the file is too large to upload, compress it using ilovepdf.com.

What is a Daf Knisot v’Yetziot?

An official page documenting one’s entries and exits from Israel. Obtain it at Misrad Hapnim (Population Authority) by presenting your passport.

• Adults over 18 must go in person; one spouse cannot represent another
• A child under 18 does not need to be present; a parent can obtain the document on their behalf
• No appointment needed. Opening hours: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8:00am–12:00pm; Monday and Wednesday afternoons 2:30pm–5:00pm. Printed free of charge.
• In Jerusalem: Misrad Hapnim is at Shlomtzion Hamalka 1 (off Rechov Yaffo)

After Submitting

A few days after submitting, send a query through the צור קשר section of your account:

• For נושא הפניה choose ילדים Expect a response within a few days.

Retroactive Payments

• If the child’s teudat leidah (Israeli birth certificate) was obtained within a month of birth: kitzvat yeladim can be paid retroactively for up to 1 year
• If received later, or if the child was born outside Israel or is over one year old at application: only 3 months of retroactive payments are likely to be granted

Important Note on Absence

If a child resides outside Israel for more than 3 months, they are no longer eligible for kitzvat yeladim. After the child returns to Israel, contact Bituach Leumi to reinstate payments.

Chisachon L’chol Yeled (Savings Plan for Every Child)

Established in 2017, this program ensures all children in Israel have savings when they reach adulthood.

How It Works

• Until age 18: Bituach Leumi deposits approximately 58 NIS per month into a savings account or investment fund in the child’s name
• Parents may add up to an additional 58 NIS per month from their kitzvat yeladim allowance
• At age 18: Bituach Leumi deposits a one-time grant of 582 NIS; child may withdraw funds with parental consent
• At age 21: An additional 582 NIS is granted; child may withdraw without parental consent
• All management fees covered by Bituach Leumi until age 21; after that, fees are deducted from the account
• Parents receive annual reports on each child’s plan

Registration

Parents choose their desired savings track. If no track is chosen by the time the child is six months old, Bituach Leumi will use the same track as older siblings or choose one themselves.

To learn more, select a track, or double contributions, visit the Child Savings Plan page on Bituach Leumi’s website (btl.gov.il).

To change an existing track, contact the savings company directly.

Important Notes

• Money cannot be withdrawn before age 18 except under extenuating circumstances
• Leaving Israel and canceling Bituach Leumi membership does not entitle the family to access the savings
• Some track options may raise concerns regarding ribbis or U.S. tax implications — consult appropriate rabbinical and financial advisers