Family and children

After a birth: checking the birth grant and child allowance

A checklist for parents after a birth to check the birth grant, child allowance and actions with official authorities.

6 minutes to read Last checked: 20.10.2026
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Important to know

Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.

Before you start

Some payments and updates may happen automatically in certain circumstances, but not in every case. Check your personal information and the service conditions on the National Insurance website.

Who is this guide for?

Parents following a birth in Israel.

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Conditions and exceptions

Eligibility, amounts and processing depend on family circumstances and current information. Do not rely on outdated amounts in a guide.

Step by step

The checklist

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01

Check what is automatic and what is not

After a hospital birth, the birth grant is usually paid automatically from the hospital report. Check the claim page for exceptions requiring action in your case; check child allowance separately.
What should you prepare?

Birth details and messages from the hospital or authorities.

Please note

The procedure may differ for a birth abroad, a different residency status or special circumstances.

Birth grantThis link opens an external website↗
02

Check personal and payment account details

Check that the competent authority has current parental details and relevant payment account information.
What should you prepare?

Documents required by National Insurance.

Please note

Do not give ID numbers or bank account details to a third-party website.

03

Check child allowance separately

Read the child allowance page and check whether you need to submit a claim or update details.
What should you prepare?

Information and documents required by the official service page.

Please note

Receiving one payment does not prove another payment or registration has been completed.

Child allowance informationThis link opens an external website↗
04

Keep confirmations and check other rights

Gather messages and confirmations, and check parenting rights, maternity leave and health services with the relevant authorities.
What should you prepare?

Submission receipts and documents for your chosen services.

Please note

This guide does not replace medical instructions or an eligibility decision.

Official sources

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