National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) — Rights of Ill Persons, Disability, and Injury Benefits

Source: http://www.btl.gov.il/English%20Homepage/Events_en/IllPersonRights/Pages/default.aspx · 2026

The National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) promotes take-up of rights throughout all life stages.

The rights of ill persons at the National Insurance Institute and other organizations in the community include:

• Entitlement to benefits during an illness period
• Entitlement to benefits after an injury or accident
• Entitlement to discounts and advantages in various institutions and organizations

About the National Insurance Institute

The National Insurance Institute is responsible for the social security of Israeli residents. Its primary mission is to ensure means of subsistence for those unable to earn their living.

It collects insurance contributions from all residents according to their social background and status, and pays benefits to those entitled. This mechanism transfers income from economically established groups to weak and vulnerable groups, contributing to a more equitable distribution of national income and reduction of poverty.

Life Events Covered by the National Insurance Institute

The NII provides social rights adapted to changing life situations, including:

• Illness and Disability
• Injury
• Pregnancy and Birth
• Families and Children
• Ceasing Work
• Reserve Service and Release
• The Third Age (Senior Citizens)
• Death and Widowhood
• Staying Abroad

Relevant Resources

• Benefits information: https://www.btl.gov.il/English%20Homepage/Benefits/Pages/default.aspx
• Insurance contributions: https://www.btl.gov.il/English%20Homepage/Insurance/Pages/default.aspx
• Public inquiries: https://www.btl.gov.il/English%20Homepage/About/Public%20Inquiries/Pages/default.aspx
• Rules and guidelines: available on the Bituach Leumi website