Yom Siddurim – During your training you will receive one day per month, during active duty this day occurs once every two months. It’s a day off for you to complete all errands that need to get done (bank, Misrad Hapnim, Misrad Harishui, etc..).

NBN has a Yom Siddurim day once a year. They bring all government offices so you can take care of everything all in one go (driving test, haircuts, change your address, set up Bituach Leumi…)

Meyuchedet – there are 3 main types of army leave for Lone Soldiers:

1. Meyuhedet Chul מיוחדת חו”ל

  • What: Up to 30 days a year visiting family abroad in their country of origin.
  • How: Lone Soldier will need to speak to their commander and Mashakit Tash ahead of time.
  • Additional info: Typically, permission to take a meyuhedet is only granted after the completion of training.

2. Parent Visits in Israel מיוחדת משפחתית

  • What: During training, Lone Soldiers are entitled to 4 days off with their parents in Israel. Once in active service, they are able to take up to 8 days off.
  • How: Lone Soldiers must speak to their commander and Mashakit Tash as soon as they know their parents are coming.
  • Additional info: Please note that Friday/Saturday can be considered part of the number of days off. Receiving additional days off is dependent on the unit’s schedule and the commander’s discretion.

3. Emergency Work Permit מיוחדת כלכלית

  • What: Up to 30 days special permission to live and work outside the army to rectify a serious financial issue.
  • How: Soldiers must submit a request through their Mashakit Tash and provide bank statements to their Mashakit Tash for at least the past 3 months, showing that they are urgently in need of financial help.

Arnona Discount

Lone Soldier houses available to you around the country include: