Choosing a Place to Live

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Israel is a country with a very diverse population. Before deciding where to live, consider if you fit into the community you are choosing. The following guide will help you with that decision.

 Community Type

Do you want to live in a big or small city, in a Yishuv, Moshav or Kibbutz?

Language

In some places you will find different languages being predominant, e.g., Russian, English, French or Spanish.

 Education

If you have children who are attending school or household members that are planning to study, check out the schools, universities and vocational courses in the area.

 Religious Life

Different religious streams might be predominant in different places. Choose what best fits your needs and cultural background.

 Medical Services & Special Needs

If household members are reliant on regular medical services or have special needs, check for relevant infrastructure, institutions and supply in the area where you want to live.

Employment

Different areas offer different sorts of employment opportunities (i.e. city vs. countryside). Keep job options in mind when choosing a place to live.

Price

Be aware of the fact that prices can differ a lot between different areas, cities and neighborhoods.

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