Import and export of goods with Israel — a bilingual EN/RU contract for the bank in 5 minutes. CISG since 2002, settlements in USD or ILS
Choose contract type →Four contract types — for any deal structure with an Israeli partner
Import high-tech products, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food from Israel.
Export metals, grain, petroleum products, and chemicals to Israel.
A contract for services from Israeli companies: technology, healthcare, consulting.
A contract for providing services to Israeli clients: IT, engineering, education.
Key terms to reflect in the contract
Israel ratified the CISG in 2002. The Convention applies automatically to deals between Russian and Israeli merchants.
CISG · 2002The Israeli new shekel (ILS) is a convertible and stable currency. International contracts are often denominated in USD. Both options are acceptable.
ILS/USD · settlementsA Russian resident is required to repatriate proceeds within the deadlines set by the contract. For amounts from 3 million RUB, a unique contract number is registered with an authorized bank.
173-FZ · repatriationIsrael has not officially joined Western sanctions against Russia, but Israeli banks may follow FATF recommendations and decline to process payments. Agree on the payment route in advance.
Compliance · banksAnswers to the most common questions
Israel is a high-tech economy with well-developed trade relations. Russia and Israel have long-standing trade ties: Russian exports are mainly energy resources and metals, while Israeli exports are technology and pharmaceuticals.
The contract should specify the company number (Company Number), the full name in Hebrew and English, and the address. Verification is done through the Israeli Registrar of Companies (ica.gov.il).
Israel ratified the CISG in 2002. For dispute resolution, ICC arbitration (Paris) or ICAC at the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is recommended.
ILS (the new Israeli shekel) is a convertible currency with low volatility. USD is also widely accepted. SWIFT transfers go through Bank Hapoalim, Bank Leumi, and Bank Discount.
Israel's main seaports are Haifa and Ashdod. From Novorossiysk via the Bosphorus and the Mediterranean Sea, transit takes 7–12 days. Air cargo goes through Ben Gurion Airport.