Hi everyone!
This is the dedicated thread for all of you making Aliyah from the United States — whether you're just starting out or already living in Israel.
Share your:
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L’hitraot,
The Aliyah Forum Team
This is the dedicated thread for all of you making Aliyah from the United States — whether you're just starting out or already living in Israel.
Share your:
- City/State you’re coming from
- Where you’re planning to live in Israel (or where you already are)
- Aliyah timeline
- Biggest questions or concerns
- Tips or stories for others following the same path

- Are you going through Nefesh B’Nefesh or applying on your own?
- What’s been the hardest or most surprising part of the process?
- Any recommendations for shipping companies, Hebrew learning apps, or neighborhoods that feel “American-friendly”?
- What are you doing about healthcare, schooling, or finding work?

This thread is here to connect you with others on the same journey — so don’t be shy. Ask, answer, and support one another!"Hi! I'm David from Teaneck, NJ. We just got our approval and are flying this August. We're looking at Beit Shemesh or Jerusalem. Super stressed about the job hunt but excited to start fresh!"
L’hitraot,
The Aliyah Forum Team