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Israel · Banking & PaymentsBank Hapoalim
Bank Hapoalim is Israel's largest bank, with current accounts, cards, salary deposits and a full mobile app.
What it helps with
- A local accountSalary, rent and bills.
- Paying friends and shopsBit app.
- Foreign currencyDollar and euro accounts.
About Bank Hapoalim:
New residents and olim open accounts for salaries, rent and the Bit payment app, which belongs to the bank. The app handles transfers, standing orders, cards and foreign currency.
Key Features:
- Mobile banking: Transfers, standing orders, cards.
- Bit included: Instant payments between people.
- Foreign currency: Accounts and transfers abroad.
How to Get Started:
- Book a branch appointment online.
- Bring your passport, Teudat Zehut or visa and proof of address.
- Open the account and order a card.
- Install the app and activate it by SMS.
Before you use it
- Fees: Ask for the "digital track" with lower monthly fees if you bank mainly in the app.
- Sign-up: An Israeli phone number is needed to activate the app.
Local number needed
Local ID needed
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Bank Hapoalim work with a foreign bank card in Israel?
- Not reliably — a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is Bank Hapoalim available in English?
- Not officially — the interface is mainly in the local language.
- Do I need a local phone number to use Bank Hapoalim?
- Yes, Bank Hapoalim requires a local phone number to register.
- Do I need local ID or residency for Bank Hapoalim?
- Yes, Bank Hapoalim requires local ID or residency status.
- Where can I use Bank Hapoalim?
- Web · iOS · Android
- How much does Bank Hapoalim cost?
- Monthly fees per the bank's tariff; cheaper digital tracks exist