Israel: Nearly 75,000 New Immigrants Arrive Since October 7, 2023

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Israel has welcomed nearly 75,000 new immigrants since October 7, 2023, highlighting a significant movement of people from different parts of the world over the past three years. The figures were announced on November 11 by Doron Almog, chairman of the Jewish Agency, during a conference organized by Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom in New York.

According to Almog, the arrivals include young families with children as well as university graduates and highly educated professionals. Their presence reflects the diversity of the immigration movement and the range of profiles choosing to settle in Israel.

More Than 20,000 Arrivals Recorded in 2026

Immigration figures for 2026 indicate that more than 20,000 people from approximately 100 countries have moved to Israel since the beginning of the year, according to data released by the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration and the Jewish Agency.

Russia remains the leading country of origin, accounting for 5,685 new arrivals. France ranks second with 4,364 immigrants, followed by the United States, which recorded 3,333 arrivals.

These figures underline the continued importance of immigration from Europe and North America, while also highlighting the substantial contribution of Russian nationals to Israel's latest demographic developments.

France Sees a Significant Increase in Immigration Applications

France has emerged as one of the most notable sources of immigration. The number of Aliyah applications opened in the country reached 7,033 in 2026, compared with 5,349 during the previous year, representing an increase of 31.5%.

The trend is also reflected in the number of people who have actually relocated. According to figures highlighted by the Jewish Agency, arrivals from France more than doubled between 2023 and 2025.

The distinction between completed immigration procedures and applications remains important when assessing the overall movement. In June 2026, the Jewish Agency reported more than 76,000 Aliyah files opened worldwide, while the number of people who had physically arrived in Israel was considerably lower.

A Growing International Immigration Movement

The latest announcement provides an updated picture of immigration to Israel since the October 7, 2023 attacks. Previous figures released by Israeli authorities and the Jewish Agency in July 2026 had already recorded more than 67,100 arrivals during this period.

The increase to approximately 75,000 illustrates the continued scale of the movement. However, the figures also highlight the importance of distinguishing between individuals who have completed their relocation and those who have only initiated the administrative process.

With arrivals continuing from dozens of countries, immigration remains a significant component of Israel's demographic landscape, particularly as France, Russia and the United States maintain prominent positions among countries of origin.