Concern in Israel: After the elections in France, restrictions may be imposed on withdrawing the savings of Jewish immigrants
The Ministry of Aliyah and Absorption is preparing for the possibility that following the elections in France, restrictions on withdrawing funds may be imposed, which would make it difficult for Jews wishing to immigrate to Israel. The ministry's director-general told Walla that the economic crisis is a significant factor in aliyah. Since the beginning of 2026, more than 4,000 Jews have immigrated from France, an increase of about 50% compared to the same period last year.
The Ministry of Aliyah and Absorption is preparing for the possibility that following the elections in France and the economic crisis, restrictions on withdrawing funds may be imposed, which would make it difficult for Jews wishing to immigrate to Israel and transfer their savings. The ministry's director-general, Dganit Senkar Lenga, told Walla that the ministry is preparing for a possible scenario of restrictions, and that the economic crisis is a significant factor in aliyah, alongside antisemitism. According to ministry data, since the beginning of 2026, more than 4,000 Jews have immigrated to Israel from France, an increase of nearly 50% compared to the same period last year. This month, three aliyah fairs were held in France, attended by more than 600 households. The article includes testimony from an Israeli-French man describing a growing antisemitic atmosphere. The prime minister has instructed the formulation of a government plan to encourage aliyah.