Stronger
Together
Your Aliyah Journey from South Africa
With the support of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, in partnership with The Jewish Agency.
Making aliyah is a meaningful step, rooted in Jewish identity, community values and a strong connection to Israel.
Through the partnership between The Jewish Agency and the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, South African olim receive trusted guidance, practical support and a smoother path to beginning life in Israel.
Why Make Aliyah with the
International Fellowship of Christians and Jews?
Aliyah is more than a relocation.
It is a life decision.
Founded by Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein of blessed memory, the Fellowship has helped over 750,000 olim from more than 40 countries over the past 40 years.
Together with The Jewish Agency, we provide South African olim with trusted guidance, practical assistance and personal support for a confident start in Israel.
What Support Do You Receive?
- Personal guidance and reliable information about the aliyah process
- Extra luggage allowance, including 3 suitcases plus hand luggage
- A dedicated point of contact and ongoing support during your first year in Israel
- Creer guidance in partnership with Gvahaim to support employment success
- A fully funded flight to Israel
- Additional financial support beyond the government Absorption Basket
- Help with aliyah, absorption, settling in, and navigating life in Israel
The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, Registered Non-Profit Organisation.
Stronger
Together
Your Aliyah Journey from South Africa
With the support of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, in partnership with The Jewish Agency.
Making aliyah is a meaningful step, rooted in Jewish identity, community values and a strong connection to Israel.
Through the partnership between The Jewish Agency and the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, South African olim receive trusted guidance, practical support and a smoother path to beginning life in Israel.
Would You Like to Check Your Eligibility
and Receive More Information?
The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, Registered Non-Profit Organisation.
For around 30 years, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews has been helping advance Jewish aliyah to Israel, supporting the journey of approximately 750,000 olim over the years.
In 2014, the Fellowship established an independent aliyah network,
now active in 26 countries around the world, providing olim with guidance, practical assistance and a supportive framework on their way to Israel and through their first stages of absorption.
For around 30 years,
the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews has been helping advance Jewish aliyah to Israel, supporting the journey of approximately 750,000 olim over the years.
In 2014,
the Fellowship established an independent aliyah network,
now active in 26 countries
around the world,
providing olim with guidance, practical assistance and a supportive framework on their way to Israel and through their first stages of absorption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can make aliyah with the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews?
The IFCJ supports Olim from specific Geographic areas. Anyone from these regions, who is eligible for aliyah and has an aliyah visa received from the consul at the Israeli embassy or from a representative of The Jewish Agency, can receive our support
Does the Fellowship’s support end on the day of aliyah?
No. Our support continues beyond arrival and includes ongoing guidance during your first year in Israel.
In which cities around the world does the Fellowship have aliyah representatives?
Kyiv, Odesa, Minsk, Tbilisi, Almaty, Chisinau, Paris, Buenos Aires, Rio DE Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Montevideo.
I am making aliyah to Israel and I do not have relatives there. Can I arrive and decide where to live only once I am in Israel?
Every oleh must have an initial address before making aliyah to Israel.
Do you assist with documents for obtaining the visa?
No, we do not handle that process. You need to contact the Israeli consulate near you
Will making aliyah with the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews affect my Ministry of Aliyah and Integration benefits?
When making aliyah with the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews together with The Jewish Agency, you receive expanded support before and after aliyah. This includes personal guidance, a funded flight, a welcoming reception on arrival, and continued support during your first year in Israel.
What is the difference between making aliyah with the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews and making aliyah with other organisations?
No. Our support is in addition to Olim’s benefits from the Israeli officials.
What happens if someone makes aliyah and has nowhere to stay during the first few days?
In such cases, the Fellowship assists with funding for initial accommodation for three days.
What should we do if we are renting a flat in Israel without furniture and we have no way of sending a container with our household belongings?
Taking the family’s financial situation into account, we consider individual assistance for olim.
