Israel is a land of great opportunities, but it also comes with significant challenges. The high cost of living makes owning a home a distant dream, while the prices of groceries, insurance, food, clothing, cars, and fuel drive expenses even higher. There’s often little left for leisure or vacations, not to mention the heavy taxes burdening both employees and business owners. Adding to this is the constant tension caused by the region’s political and security instability.
But what if you could choose a life where you can escape the pressure, where your money stretches further, and where you and your family can enjoy the harmony of a quiet and peaceful life?
Welcome to Slovakia
A Country of Stability, Nature, and New Opportunities!
Why Do We Recommend Moving from Israel to Slovakia?
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Slovakia
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Israel
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Cost of Living
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Lower costs for housing, groceries, and services. Average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in the capital, including utilities, is around €1100-1400 per month.
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High costs. Average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in central areas is approximately $2500-4000 per month.
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Taxes
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Income tax starts at 10%
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Income tax is 23%
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Healthcare
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Affordable public healthcare. Private clinic insurance costs range from €97-150 per month.
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Expensive private healthcare, 17% contributions for self-employed, and mandatory pension fund deductions.
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Education
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Free public education and affordable private schools (Cambridge, Montessori, British) from €950/month.
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Free public education, private schools of similar quality cost from €1800/month in central areas.
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Business Opportunities
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Transparent tax system, startup support, and access to the large EU market for collaboration.
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High taxes, complex regulations, and a geographically limited market.
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Regional Stability
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A peaceful country with no external threats.
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Constant instability in the Middle East.
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Mortgages
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Up to 80% mortgage availability, favorable terms from developers during the construction phase.
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High household debt, maximum financing at 75%, high interest rates, less favorable developer terms.
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Nature and Ecology
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Clean environment, national parks, easy access to recreational areas.
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Dense urbanization, limited access to nature.
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Accessibility
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1-hour drive to Vienna, 2 hours to Budapest, and only a 3.5-hour flight to Israel, making it convenient for travel across the EU.
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Limited freedom to travel by car outside Israel, high costs of air travel.
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Who Is Life in Slovakia and Relocation from Israel Suitable For?
What issues can we solve for you?
Anyone who moves to a new country may experience loneliness. To address this, we strive to foster a supportive community and vibrant social life for our clients and all residents in Bratislava. Togetthere collaborates closely with the local Jewish community, organizing meetings, workshops, and activities to help children and adults make friends and feel at home in their new surroundings. Our company welcomes new initiatives and event ideas, ensuring that you feel part of a community and surrounded by friends in your new environment. We believe that a rich social life and a sense of belonging are crucial for successful integration into a new country. Togetthere is committed to supporting you at every step, helping you create a happy, fulfilling life in Slovakia.