The field of insurance and pension rights, including eligibility for National Insurance benefits, is among the most important issues for Israelis living permanently outside of Israel.

Over the years, most employees in Israel, whether salaried or self-employed, have contributed (or had contributions made on their behalf) to various insurance and pension programs. These include life insurance, personal accident insurance, and different pension and provident funds. These amounts accumulate in insurance companies, pension funds, or savings plans in Israel.

Often, people are unaware of the total amount that has accumulated for them, and in some cases do not even know where their money is held or how it is invested. (In Israel, frequent changes and mergers in the financial sector make it difficult to track these funds over time.)

Unfortunately, insurance companies and pension funds are not quick to release money to beneficiaries and often create unnecessary obstacles to delay payments. For example, they may demand that funds be deposited into a bank account in Israel — even though many of you no longer maintain one, and banks may refuse to open new accounts for non-residents. This is why it is essential to work through an experienced and effective attorney.

Having represented dozens of Israelis living in the United States in successfully receiving their funds directly into their U.S. bank accounts, we are well equipped to assist you. Whether through consultation or legal representation, we help locate your accounts and savings in Israel and ensure you receive all the funds rightfully owed to you — even if you do not have a bank account in Israel.