How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Kiryat Shmona?

The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Kiryat Shmona numbers approximately ~1,000 residents — around ~6% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: מרכז, דרום.

What community support is available in Kiryat Shmona for this right?

In Kiryat Shmona, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.

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Community Mortgage — 600,000 ILS for Ethiopian-Israelis in Kiryat Shmona

Govt loan for Ethiopian-Israeli families: ₪600,000 over 25 years, 0% interest for the first 10, 2% for the next 15. Allocated by annual lottery (~200 families).

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About Kiryat Shmona

Kiryat Shmona, located in the Upper Galilee, hosts a small Israeli-Ethiopian community that enjoys the scenery and proximity to nature. The real-estate market offers properties at very low prices, alongside known security challenges.

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Who is eligible?

Any household where at least one criterion holds:

One of the spouses was born in Ethiopia
One of the spouses' parents was born in Ethiopia
The couple is defined as "Falash Mura" with confirmed aliyah

Loan terms

Amount: ₪600,000
Term: 25 years
Rate: 0% for the first 10 years, 2% for the next 15
Down payment: 5% of property value
Registration: ₪70 at a participating bank branch (annual lottery)

How to apply

Register at a participating bank branch (Leumi / Discount / Igud)
Wait for annual lottery results (~200 winners)
On winning, the bank sends approval to sign a purchase contract
Submit documents: ID, income proof, absorption-program confirmation (if relevant)

Quick eligibility check — mortgage calculator.

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Ethiopian community in Kiryat Shmona

Community population: ~1,000
Share of city: ~6%
Main neighbourhoods: מרכז, דרום
Community services: ENP, מרכז קהילתי

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FAQ — Kiryat Shmona

How many Ethiopian-Israelis live in Kiryat Shmona?: The Ethiopian-Israeli community in Kiryat Shmona numbers approximately ~1,000 residents — around ~6% of the city's population. Main neighbourhoods: מרכז, דרום.
How do I claim Community Mortgage — 600,000 ILS for Ethiopian-Israelis in Kiryat Shmona?: Apply via the Government Housing Authority website or the local Ministry of Construction office in Kiryat Shmona. For support: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.
What community support is available in Kiryat Shmona for this right?: In Kiryat Shmona, the following organisations can assist with paperwork, translation and entitlement: ENP, מרכז קהילתי.

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