Hi everyone and welcome! 
If you’re planning Aliyah from North America or the UK, chances are you’ll be working with Nefesh B’Nefesh (NBN). This thread explains what NBN does, how they’re different from the Jewish Agency, and what you can expect from them.
Nefesh B’Nefesh is a non-profit organization that partners with the Israeli government to support Jews from: 
United States
Canada
United Kingdom
They do not approve Aliyah — that’s the Jewish Agency’s role — but they help make the process easier, smoother, and more organized.
Nefesh B’Nefesh helps with: 
Application submission (and guidance)
Organizing your documents
Booking Aliyah flights
Offering grants and financial assistance
Pre- and post-Aliyah webinars and resources
Helping with job searches, healthcare, housing, and more
You’ll likely deal with both during the process.
You may be eligible for:
NBN doesn’t just disappear after you make Aliyah. They help with:
NBN offers unique support for:
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed?
Easy Aliyah and other services can:
Bottom Line:
Nefesh B’Nefesh is your Aliyah support team. They don’t approve you — but they help get you there, and guide you after you arrive.
Feel free to ask questions below — and remember to avoid posting personal documents or sensitive info.
Welcome home!
If you’re planning Aliyah from North America or the UK, chances are you’ll be working with Nefesh B’Nefesh (NBN). This thread explains what NBN does, how they’re different from the Jewish Agency, and what you can expect from them.
What Is Nefesh B’Nefesh?
Nefesh B’Nefesh is a non-profit organization that partners with the Israeli government to support Jews from: United States Canada United KingdomThey do not approve Aliyah — that’s the Jewish Agency’s role — but they help make the process easier, smoother, and more organized.
What Does NBN Actually Do?
Nefesh B’Nefesh helps with: Application submission (and guidance) Organizing your documents Booking Aliyah flights Offering grants and financial assistance Pre- and post-Aliyah webinars and resources Helping with job searches, healthcare, housing, and more
Jewish Agency vs. NBN – Who Does What?
| Task | Jewish Agency | Nefesh B’Nefesh |
|---|---|---|
| Verifies Jewish status | |  |
| Conducts interviews | | |
| Approves Aliyah | | |
| Helps submit application | | |
| Offers grants | | |
| Organizes Aliyah flights | | |
| Provides community support | | |
NBN Grants & Support
You may be eligible for:- One-time financial grant
- Free group flight or discounted Aliyah flight
- Assistance finding a community
- Job & career support
- Educational resources (especially helpful for families and young professionals)
What Happens After You Land?
NBN doesn’t just disappear after you make Aliyah. They help with:
Registering for health care (Kupat Cholim)
Finding housing and community networks
Navigating Israeli bureaucracy
Enrolling in ulpan (Hebrew language)
One-on-one guidance with Aliyah advisors
Special Programs
NBN offers unique support for:
Medical professionals
Lone soldiers
Retirees
Families with children
Young professionals and students
Things to Remember
- You still need Jewish Agency approval before NBN can book flights or finalize grants
- Upload all documents early — delays on your end = delays in approval
- Check your email often — NBN will follow up with reminders and updates
Need Help?
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Easy Aliyah and other services can:- Help prep your documents
- Coordinate with NBN and the Jewish Agency
- Translate and apostille documents
- Make sure you don’t miss deadlines
Bottom Line:Nefesh B’Nefesh is your Aliyah support team. They don’t approve you — but they help get you there, and guide you after you arrive.
Feel free to ask questions below — and remember to avoid posting personal documents or sensitive info.
Welcome home!
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